Review: Supernaturally by Kiersten White

Supernaturally by Kiersten White

Evie finally has the normal life she’s always longed for. But she’s shocked to discover that being ordinary can be . . . kind of boring. Just when Evie starts to long for her days at the International Paranormal Containment Agency, she’s given a chance to work for them again. Desperate for a break from all the normalcy, she agrees. But as one disastrous mission leads to another, Evie starts to wonder if she made the right choice. And when Evie’s faerie ex-boyfriend Reth appears with devastating revelations about her past, she discovers that there’s a battle brewing between the faerie courts that could throw the whole supernatural world into chaos. The prize in question? Evie herself. So much for normal.

Review:

Supernaturally was a riveting and exciting sequel to the fantastic Paranormalcy. There was endless action and so many plot twists that kept me hooked and I can't believe I have to wait so long for the third book, Endlessly, to be released! 

Evie was back and although she has changed a lot from book one, she was still her sweet and independent self. I know we would we great friends in real life and I enjoyed getting to know her even more in Supernaturally. Evie's adventures are always unique and entertaining. Her spunk and fierceness make her such a likable character and Kiersten White did an excellent job of developing Evie even more in this addition to the series. 

While I admit I didn't enjoy this one quite as much as the first book, I still was overjoyed to be back in Evie's world and experiencing all her adventures alongside her. This book did not fall into the sequel slump as there was just as much action and plot twists that I had been hoping for. Evie learns more about herself and those around her in Supernaturally and she experiences the "real" world for the first time. There were new characters introduced, as well, which made the book that much better. 

Paranormal encounters abound and Evie is forced to make some difficult choices. Lend played an even bigger role in Supernaturally and I am so glad he had his chance to shine. Although everything between Lend and Evie wasn't sunshine and butterflies, this just made them a much more realistic couple. 

There were many surprising things revealed in Supernaturally that kept me hooked. Evie learns more not only about herself, but about those around her. The last few chapters were especially addicting and once I started reading them I couldn't set the book down. There is still one more book in the series to come, Endlessly, and the ending of Supernaturally was a cliffhanger. Not a huge one, but there is still a lot I am anxious to see resolved in the third and final addition to the series!

Overall, Supernaturally was a fantastic addition to the series. I didn't enjoy it quite as much as the prequel, but it was still an exciting and entertaining read that proves just how great of a writer Kiersten White really is. Endlessly can't be released soon enough- I need more of Evie and Lend!

Overall: 4 out of 5 stars

July 26, 2011/HarperTeen/336 Pages/Young Adult/Book Two

Source: Bought

Other books in the series: Paranormalcy and Endlessly (2012)

Review: Paranormalcy by Kiersten White

Paranormalcy by Kiersten White

Weird as it is working for the International Paranormal Containment Agency, Evie's always thought of herself as normal. Sure, her best friend is a mermaid, her ex-boyfriend is a faerie, she’s falling for a shape-shifter, and she’s the only person who can see through paranormals' glamours, but still. Normal.

Only now paranormals are dying, and Evie's dreams are filled with haunting voices and mysterious prophecies. She soon realizes that there may be a link between her abilities and the sudden rash of deaths. Not only that, but she may very well be at the center of a dark faerie prophecy promising destruction to all paranormal creatures. So much for normal.

Review:

The hype surrounding Paranormalcy was all correct- it was an exciting, original, and romantic debut that I had a hard time putting down!

To start off, Evie was a kick butt heroine. She never backed down from a challenge and was so brave and determined throughout the novel. I really felt for her- she didn't know anything about her past and spent all of her time bagging and tagging for the IPCA (International Paranormal Containment Agency). On top of being in control of her awesome pink taser, Tasey, and being able to take down vamps and werewolves, Evie was a sweet and caring girl who just wanted a normal life. Her bubbly, sarcastic, and outgoing personalty shown from the pages. Even in the most dire circumstances Evie could bring a smile to my face.

I think my favorite part of the novel was the plot. It was so original and unique that it drew me in right away. The idea of IPCA was so interesting and I was fascinated by their work, even if I didn't always agree with it and how they treated paranormals. The idea that werewolves, vampires, hags, and other creatures were at large in present day was frightening, yet really neat. Kiersten introduced so many different creatures I loved hearing about every one. This was completely different than any other paranormal book I've read and I can't wait to see where she takes it in Supernaturally!

The romance aspect was so well developed and I just adored Lend. As a shapeshifter he could take the form of anyone, but Evie loved him for who he really was. Readers get to experience their relationship from the first meeting and I loved every scene where they were together. Lend was so protective of Evie and they truly loved each other.

Murders are occurring so everything isn't always fun and games. Paranormals are being murdered and a certain faerie ex boyfriend is after Evie for reasons he won't tell her. There are a lot of twists and turns in the plot and the ending didn't tie up everything...so now I need the sequel to find out more!

Overall, Paranormalcy was a fast paced and exciting debut with an awesome main character, original plot, and sweet romance. I can't wait to read more by Kiersten White!

Overall: 4 out of 5 stars

August 31, 1010/HarperTeen/335 Pages/Young Adult/Book One

Source: Around the World Tours

Other books in the series: Supernaturally and Endlessly (2012)