Meghan thought her only worries would be getting the most popular guy in school to notice her. And he notices her all right, enough to publicly humiliate her. But that's the least of her worries--her brother Ethan begins acting strange and even attacks her. Her friend Robbie explains Ethan's been kidnapped and replaced with a changeling.
Meghan can't believe it at first, but Robbie proves his story and the two head off into Nevernever to rescue Ethan. Robbie's real name is Puck, like in Midsummer Night's Dream, and he acts as Meghan's guide. Much more is going on than meets the eye, as Meghan learns of her heritage and the danger facing all the fey.
An interesting first in a series. A lot of character development and action, but the story kind of drags in the middle. Meghan falls for Ash, one of the fey princes, without much of a back story or interaction, and there is some forced dialogue as the author struggles with her themes. A mix between Midsummer Night's Dream and Alice in Wonderland. Despite all of this, I'm still going to be waiting for the next one in the series!
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Going Bovine by Libba Bray
Cameron is coasting through high school and life in general. The less he has to do, the better. That includes his job, school, and home.
Then he becomes sick--deathly sick. He has the human version of mad cow disease, and his life expectancy has shortened to months.
While he's in the hospital, he sees an angel Dulcie. He has two weeks to find a Dr. X, save the world, and get cured. Cameron and Gonzo, a dwarf in the same hospital room, escape the hospital to begin a road trip they'll remember for the rest of their lives. Fire-giants are entering our dimension and reeking havoc and appearing when Cameron least expects them. The Wizard of Reckoning is after Cameron, Gonzo, and Dr. X. Cameron has to face him and his disease.
A great fantasy. Glimpses at what's truly going on appear throughout the book. Many twists, turns, and unexpected humor can be found throughout the story. Lots of action, adventure, and excitement.
Then he becomes sick--deathly sick. He has the human version of mad cow disease, and his life expectancy has shortened to months.
While he's in the hospital, he sees an angel Dulcie. He has two weeks to find a Dr. X, save the world, and get cured. Cameron and Gonzo, a dwarf in the same hospital room, escape the hospital to begin a road trip they'll remember for the rest of their lives. Fire-giants are entering our dimension and reeking havoc and appearing when Cameron least expects them. The Wizard of Reckoning is after Cameron, Gonzo, and Dr. X. Cameron has to face him and his disease.
A great fantasy. Glimpses at what's truly going on appear throughout the book. Many twists, turns, and unexpected humor can be found throughout the story. Lots of action, adventure, and excitement.
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