I know I haven't really written a review in a while, so here's Shatter Me. I read this back in January, and liked it enough to read again.
Title: Shatter Me
Author: Tahereh MafiPages: 338
Publisher: HarperTeen
Genre: Dystopia/Paranormal
Shatter Me is the story of Juliette, a girl who's been isolated because she has the power to torture people, and ultimately kill them, only by her touch.
Now, this book went in a completely different direction then I expected.
The story takes place in a world that is slowly dying. There's very little food left, death and diseases is everywhere, and 'The Reestablishement' has taken over the world.
'The Reestablishement' has also taken control over Juliette, and plan to use her as weapon.
But Juliette doesn't want to hurt people, even after a lifetime of family and friends neglecting and hurting her. So, along with her lost and found childhood friend, Adam, she battles her way through this new and dangerous world.
For more info, here's the book trailer:
One of the many things I found interesting in this book, is the use of strikeout words. This adds to Tahereh Mafi's beautiful poetic style. It also shows how Juliette grow stronger and more confident as the amount of strikeouts diminishes.
Juliette is an superb protagonist. She's a very strong person who tried her hardest to love, even if no one would return it. I really felt bad for her, seeing her be outcast at school, trying to help a child, but failing disastrously. Yet, after all those years, one person has shown her affection. Can you guess? Yep, it's Adam.
Which brings me to a final point. The romance in this story is amazing. It isn't the whole love at first sight, that drives me up the wall. It's really the kind that grows over time, that's all worth the wait. Plus, the way it's written is amazing. You can feel the rush through the words.
I'm giving Shatter Me 5 out of 5, for this breathtaking story in this difficult world. I can't wait for the sequel!
