Title: Goddess “A STARCROSSED Novel”
Author: Josephine Angelini
Rating: ★★★★★
Genre: Young Adult
Publisher: Harper Teen
Publication Date: May 28, 2013
I looked forward to this book, and the ending of the series, since the first novel. I fell in love with Josie’s characters, the inventive plot and the beautiful narrative that is embedded within the pages.
Lately, 90% of the books I read are on my iPad. These though, this trilogy, I needed in hand. Feeling the pages for some reason adds to the majesty of her writing. I can’t tell you enough how Helen & Lucas are two of my favorite YA characters. Ever.
With how excited I was for this book, I was apprehensive. In my head, Josie had a lot to do in the finale. Including finding a way to work in, “Unleash the Kraken” (you have to read to find out if she did.)
These books are long, detailed and so well thought out that I was nervous she wouldn’t deliver. I have never loved being proved wrong so much.
Not only does she deliver but it’s magical. It holds the same beautiful quality that the other two have so much that I went back and read all three again together just because I could. Yes, that’s a lot of words and yes, I foresee myself doing it again.
There were times that I was biting my nails. I may have thrown a cup. I even set it down and walked away during the first read thru because I had to go searching for my heart (Thanks, Josie)
The series is complete. For those of you who were waiting because you hate waiting… now is the time to pick them up and revel in the awesomeness of Angelini’s writing.
PS: Angelini really did hit the cover lotto with this series. Harper’s design team did a magnificent job. They are GORGEOUS in person. Just stunning.
xo
Nina
