Hush Hush

Hush, Hush

by: Becca Fitzpatrick

For Nora Grey, romance was not part of the plan. She's never been particularly attracted to the boys at her school, no matter how much her best friend, Vee, pushes them at her. Not until Patch came along. With his easy smile and eyes that seem to see inside her, Nora is drawn to him against her better judgment.

But after a series of terrifying encounters, Nora's not sure who to trust. Patch seems to be everywhere she is, and to know more about her than her closest friends. She can't decide whether she should fall into his arms or run and hide. And when she tries to seek some answers, she finds herself near a truth that is way more unsettling than anything Patch makes her feel.

For Nora is right in the middle of an ancient battle between the immortal and those that have fallen - and, when it comes to choosing sides, the wrong choice will cost her life.

My rating *****

The first thing that drove my attention to this novel was the book cover. I love it! It looks mysterious, sexy and interesting…just like the novel itself. This book reels you in and its almost impossible to look away. The author managed to include all the important factors, which combined make up for an amazing plot. There is suspense, mystery, forbidden love, and of course dark, sexy quintessential bad-boy.

Patch is a very interesting and memorable character. From the very beginning of the book you know there is something a little off about him but you can’t just pinpoint it. Your gut tells you that he is not all good but you can’t help falling for him. Every time he was mentioned you couldn’t help but grin like a school girl. The way the author described the chemistry between Patch and Nora is thrilling. The back and forth bickering, flirting and desire makes up for a great read. Nora is very realistic and safe, which balances very well with Patch’s character.

I loved the plot. This novel is packed with a lot of action. Every time I thought that I had it all figured out new twist completely threw me off. “Hush, Hush” is definitely one of my favorite books.

I have read many reviews that compare this book to Twilight, which I think it’s absolutely inaccurate. Those two novels have nothing in common, besides having supernatural characters. in my opinion this novel is more similar to “Fallen”, and after reading both of them I think “Hush, Hush” is better.

I know that there will be a sequel “Crescendo” coming out sometime this year and usually I like series but with this one I wish the author would stop after this. The reason I say this is because since the Twilight series every YA author is pushing to write a series to compete with it and that’s just not going to happen. So, I would hope they would stick to writing great novels not series.