If you check out the books I’ve read on my Goodreads shelves or if you ask me for a suggestion for a book to read, most of the time, it’s Young Adult books that I read.
It started when I had to take Children’s and Young Adult Literature classes in college, though I’ve always been a reader. But, after that, I mostly read YA. I read the books my students read and could talk about the books with them or call their bluff when they claimed to have read a book I knew they hadn’t.
But beyond my teaching days, it was still Young Adult books I reached for. I think because most of the stories are easy to relate to. The stories are usually about more than just the story, there are overarching themes(sometimes obvious, sometimes subtle, but the books are usually about more than they appear on the book jacket- or Amazon description, if you’re an e-book reader like me).
Dark Hope, Book One of the Archangel Prophecies is no exception. Hope was kidnapped as a young child, found in a very mysterious way, with an unexplained mark on her neck(don’t worry, this isn’t a vampire book- am I the only one completely over any mention of vampires?).
Her very religious father kept her sheltered from the world(for reasons he’ll explain later). But now Hope wants a little more freedom, so she goes to live with her mom. While there, she meets Michael(given his name and the name of this series by Monica McGurk, you can probably figure out exactly who he is).
Dark Hope talks about the war among the angels and introduces us to the Fallen, some terrifying angels. We find out what the mark on Hope’s neck means and how she’s connected to an ancient prophecy that will put her at odds with the angel she’s starting to fall in love with.
I don’t want to reveal too much about Dark Hope(I HATE book spoilers), but I will say that I can’t wait for the second book to see what happens next(and that I don’t trust Henri, so if you read, let me know what you think about him).
Dark Hope Giveaway
One of you will win a copy of Dark Hope(ARV $13.99). Enter using the Rafflecopter widget below.
What is your favorite genre to read?
I was selected for this opportunity as a member of Clever Girls Collective and the content and opinions expressed here are all my own.
I like all kinds of books, but I’m always looking for a new series 🙂
My daughter LOVED this book. She can’t wait for the second one to come out.
This sounds like a great read. I’ll give it a shot. I’m a big fan of young adult books.
That sounds like an awesome book. I definitely want to read it.
I bet my daughter has read this book. It sounds like something she would absolutely love.
I just finished reading this book, and was surprised by how much I liked it. I can’t wait for the second one, too!
With all the good reviews, I will have to give this one a read! Looks interesting.
Oh, I’m ALWAYS looking for new books to read. Thanks for the recommendation.
This sounds interesting. I’ll have to check it out. It’s very “Supernatural”.
I bet my teen would like this one. She’s always getting books for the Kindle, so I’ll remember to tell her about this one and see what she thinks.
I love a good book and this one sounds like it is really good!
Dark Hope sounds like an incredible book to read. I really enjoy young adult books, especially ones in series. The Warrior series (about Warrior Cats) has been pored over time and time again. I entered to win a copy (under Ora Lee Gurr), but you can bet I will be buying a copy if someone else wins. Thanks for the great review!
This doesn’t sound like a book that I would pick up for myself but I said the same thing about Twilight. I think maybe I just don’t want to admit I like reading young adult fiction sometimes.
I bet I’d like this book. It sounds really good
i’ve been all about YA books for years. except for the outlander series i’m into now. most of the YA stuff seems to be excellent reading!
I have not read a book in far too long. This sounds like a really good book to read. Thank you for the review and sharing it with us. I love that they let you do a giveaway too!
I’ve been a writing a series about Angels on my blog..this one sounds very good. Thank you for the recommendation.
(I also love YA fiction)
It looks like a great read! Thanks for the giveaway!
I love psychological thrillers the most. I still enjoy a light chick lit read now and then too.
Ohh, this is an interesting book for sure. I wish I had more time to read!
I like to read a lot of different genres, because I think that I learn so much from books. This book sounds wonderful.
Great book review and giveaway. It sounds like a great read
I read almost everything. At 39 I still reach for a good young adult series.
Sounds like an interesting book to read. Good luck to everyone entering the giveaway!
this sounds like an excellent book. I’m going to put it in my tbr pile! thanks.
I’ve been looking at adding a few new books to my reading list. I’d love to read this book!
Sounds like a good read – I like books that are easy to read and have a meaning.
I’ve heard a lot of great things about this book. It is on my read list for fall!
Sounds like a good read. I look forward to being able to sit down and dig into a good book.
Sounds like a great book. My favorite books are ones by VC Andrews. They are so interesting to me.
sounds like a great read. great giveaway here too!
Love Paranormal and Zombie books!! My kindle its so full of them, but there’s room for one more 🙂