Shiver me Timbers this was Fantastic!!!! Maggie is my new book hero. After Lament and Shiver I'm practically jumping out of my own "skin" waiting for Ballad!!!
Book Synopsis:
For years, Grace has watched the wolves in the woods behind her house. One yellow-eyed wolf—her wolf—is a chilling presence she can't seem to live without. Meanwhile, Sam has lived two lives: In winter, the frozen woods, the protection of the pack, and the silent company of a fearless girl. In summer, a few precious months of being human... until the cold makes him shift back again. Now, Grace meets a yellow-eyed boy whose familiarity takes her breath away. It's her wolf. It has to be. But as winter nears, Sam must fight to stay human—or risk losing himself, and Grace, forever.
Grace has been watching the wolves outside her Minnesota home every winter. She is drawn to one in particular that has stunning yellow eyes, and she's certain that it is the same wolf who saved her from the wolves who attacked her when she was a young girl. Grace was bitten but never changed, although she feels instincts and longings she can't explain. Sam leads two lives, in the heat and brilliance of Spring and Summer he lives precious months as a human but once the crisp air of fall descends upon him the aching in his bones start and by winter he transforms into the other world of his life as a wolf.
When an event in the book threatens to end the wolves existence Sam becomes human to save himself, its middle fall and not a good time to be shifting. As destiny would have finally him and Grace connect. They are drawn to each other fire and ice but dazzling in their existence. It doesn't take long for a strong love to build and as impossible as it may seem they also realize they have been in love since the day he saved her. As the temperatures get cooler, Sam and Grace struggle to keep him human, struggle to hold on to the thin thread of hope and the picture of a future together but the bitter cold and other obstacles threaten to take him away forever.
Told beautifully and seemingly flawless, the story is written in both Sam and Grace's voice giving a unique articulation to the tale unfolding. What I adore about Maggie Stiefvater's writing is her ability to describe the surroundings and how the characters are feeling. I actually felt cold while I was reading parts of this book.....there was even a point when Sam's fighting his transformation I had to put some socks on....brrrr. Sam is so beautifully poetic and sad. Grace is strong and insightful. Maggie's poetic voices to her characters flow with rhythm and beauty. The thoughts in Sam's head are almost song like. The great thing I loved about Sam and Graces relationship although intense they had fun and acted like a normal couple. I could see them curled up reading a book or just hanging out. My favorite part....Ill try not to squeal, when Sam whispers in Graces ear..... I am alone in the world, and yet not alone enough to make each hour holy. I am lowly in this world and yet not lowly enough for me to be just a thing to you.....and you'll have to read this fantastic book to get the rest.......A haunting love story with plenty of drama to keep you guessing and gushing. I loved reading this book and completely believed and fell in love with the romantic and magical world of Shiver.
5/5 YA Love Story, Werewolves
I haven't read anything by this author but I keep hearing good things. I may have to pick up this book soon! :)
ReplyDeletei just got this book today ;)
ReplyDeleteI think I am the only one who didn't like this one, but I have recently picked up Lament so I am going to give that a try
ReplyDeleteI loved it because of Sam...he was so poetic I almost cried...;D
ReplyDeleteI've been wanting to read it. Sure... make me want it more. ;)
ReplyDeleteI loved this one for various reasons, but just know that while it was in my presence, it was loved. Maggie Stiefvater is such an amazing, poetic writer....
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Thanks, this is one I haven't tried and now I can't wait!
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing this I have not read this author but I love haunting love stories!
ReplyDeleteGeniale!
I enjoyed this book too. Nice love story!
ReplyDeleteI'm reading this book now and I love it! Almost done with it and I already want the sequel!
ReplyDeleteI love Maggie. I can't wait to read this.
ReplyDeleteBTW You have a lovely blog. I love the music. It's soft and sweet.