Okay so anyone who has ever read a Lauren Myracle book, I ask you...is there a better YA writer out there today? We are talking about an author who can write everything from The Winnie Series to the Bliss to Kissing Kate. This woman is a seriously talented writer. I am NOT a writer, of course and so I can't find the right words to describe what a great writer she is. I wish Ms. Myracle would write something about what an amazing writer she is, because she can write!
First of all, on a somewhat superficial note, when I saw the cover and the design of Shine I feel in love. Then I started reading it and man, man, man I just couldn't put it down.Myracle starts off by quoting the best Author ever, "You are the light of the world." Matthew 5:14 and then she spins a tale so incredible that it took my breath away.
This is a book for all to read. Young, old, believer, non-believer, gay, straight, city, country, boy, girl, purple, orange or blue.
Patrick is found beaten and tied to a gas pump and a gas pump nozzle shoved down his throat. This heinous act has all the marking of a vicious hate crime, as Patrick is gay. His childhood best friend, Cat, who is dealing with her own trauma is set on finding out who committed this horrible crime.
I won't say anything more about this book because my words fall short but please, read this book. I can't imagine reading a better one this year. Fantastic.
Aw, Ing! YOU are the one shining here. What a beautiful and generous review. You have both made my day *and* left me feeling very humbled. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteOh! Erm, me again. You should check out the trailer an art student made for Shine. It's gorgeous, I think. I'd love to hear your opinion!
ReplyDeletehttp://tinyurl.com/ShinyTrailer
Lauren Myracle! DUDE! WOW!
ReplyDeleteI can't believe you found my post and wrote on the blog!
I am totally blown away! I can't ever thank you enough and I am the humbled one!
AND I just got my copy of Ten today! I am so excited!!!!!!!!!!!
THANK YOU SO MUCH!
PS: I love the video trailer! Love it! And I love your books!
God bless!!!