Book Review: Hush, hush (Becca Fitzpatrick)

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

But after a series of terrifying encounters, Nora's not sure whom to trust. Patch seems to be everywhere she is and seems 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 she is right in the middle of an ancient battle between the immortal and those who have fallen -- and, when it comes to choosing sides, the wrong choice will cost Nora her life.

Oh Patch!

Yeah, that pretty much sums up what I sighed after I read the book. And probably what I was sighing throughout my entire read. Really, Patch is the character. The one. My literary boyfriend.

So now it's obvious I'm hooked to this book, I'll try to write a not-so-bias review.

The concept of fallen angels is currently the new trend in YA fiction. I love how Hush, hush rides the wave and tweaks it to really get into the badass nature of fallen angels. Afterall, they have fallen for a reason - this book does not make you forget that. Becca Fitzpatrick manages to convey the alienation of these fallen angels while effectively giving them their humanity. By doing so, she has highlighted their weakness and the distance that makes Nora and Patch's love story very difficult, at the same time very enticing. Now, who doesn't love forbidden love?]

And I luuuurve the sexy interactions between Nora and Patch and the whole concept of fallen angels Becca created. Gripping, thrilling, and tucks you in the story as if you're part of it.

I won't gush over the super sexy, amazingly laid out, drool-worthy falling Drew Doyon Patch Cipriano cover. Instead I'd rather cut this review short before I ended up spoiling the plot to those who haven't read it yet (like my sister *evil laugh*).

So, if, like me, you're into YA fiction with a sexy, dangerous romance, complete with the seductive-perfect-bad-boy love/lust interest and a fast-paced, plot that will have you turning the pages until you're breathless and exhilirated and screaming for more, get Hush, hush!

Crescendo (which by the way will reveal Patch's real name) tops my can't-wait-to-read books of 2010, and I think I might actually beg Becca Fitzpatrick for an ARC soon.

Definitely five stars!