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Im not sure what I expected when I first delved into this debut by Amy Plum, but whatever it was certainly wasnt this refreshingly romantic story. It reads like a fairytale; beautiful and magical that makes you wish you could fall into the world of Kate and Vincent. Very rarely has a debut novel so captured my adoration and attention the way Die For Me has.
When Kate arrives in Paris following the deaths of her parents, shes in a numbing freefall. It was painful to see the way she had so completely tucked into herself and was starting to shut down until Vincent. I think the romance of Kate and Vincent will go down as one of my favorite novel romances of all time if for no other reason than their love wasnt easy.
When Kate discovers Vincent is a revenant and what that entails, she actually walks away. It seems like authors are so quick to get to the romance nowadays that they forget the reality. The reality is most teenage girls wouldnt jump at the chance for a supernatural boyfriend. Most would be freaked as hell and would need a few weeks (as Kate does) to fully accept the implications of what that means. I love that while Kate was sweet and innocent she was also insecure and scared enough to admit that maybe she was in over her head. I love Amy Plum for letting the readers see that weakness.
Ive read dozens of paranormal romances and mostly the reaction to finding out ones significant other is not-so-human is either the immediate thats OK, I love you anyway even though weve only known each other for a few days or an initial hesitation only to be replaced by wondrous ardor the next chapter. Plum doesnt take the easy way out and her characters are all the richer for it.
No matter how epic the love, nor no matter how earth-shatteringly awesome the hero/heroine is, no story is complete without a dynamic cast of characters. Allow me to assure you that this book has that covered in spades. From Kates whimsical sister Georgia to Vincents enchanting kindred (I could seriously devour an entire series for each of these characters, and I may stage a riot if I dont see some Ambrose/Charlotte in the next book), there is never a dull moment to be found.
Plums time spent in France clearly shows as the novel is rife with lush description that literally puts you in the scene with the characters as they walk the Parisian streets. I could almost smell the buttery crescent rolls baking and the warm aroma of cappuccinos as I turned the page. Her in-depth knowledge adds an extra layer that is as fantastical as the lights of Paris.
In case you havent noticed, Ive fallen head-over-heels for this novel to the point where Ive already pre-ordered it. I recommend anyone reading this review go and do the same. I promise you wont regret it. I certainly dont.
When Kate arrives in Paris following the deaths of her parents, shes in a numbing freefall. It was painful to see the way she had so completely tucked into herself and was starting to shut down until Vincent. I think the romance of Kate and Vincent will go down as one of my favorite novel romances of all time if for no other reason than their love wasnt easy.
When Kate discovers Vincent is a revenant and what that entails, she actually walks away. It seems like authors are so quick to get to the romance nowadays that they forget the reality. The reality is most teenage girls wouldnt jump at the chance for a supernatural boyfriend. Most would be freaked as hell and would need a few weeks (as Kate does) to fully accept the implications of what that means. I love that while Kate was sweet and innocent she was also insecure and scared enough to admit that maybe she was in over her head. I love Amy Plum for letting the readers see that weakness.
Ive read dozens of paranormal romances and mostly the reaction to finding out ones significant other is not-so-human is either the immediate thats OK, I love you anyway even though weve only known each other for a few days or an initial hesitation only to be replaced by wondrous ardor the next chapter. Plum doesnt take the easy way out and her characters are all the richer for it.
No matter how epic the love, nor no matter how earth-shatteringly awesome the hero/heroine is, no story is complete without a dynamic cast of characters. Allow me to assure you that this book has that covered in spades. From Kates whimsical sister Georgia to Vincents enchanting kindred (I could seriously devour an entire series for each of these characters, and I may stage a riot if I dont see some Ambrose/Charlotte in the next book), there is never a dull moment to be found.
Plums time spent in France clearly shows as the novel is rife with lush description that literally puts you in the scene with the characters as they walk the Parisian streets. I could almost smell the buttery crescent rolls baking and the warm aroma of cappuccinos as I turned the page. Her in-depth knowledge adds an extra layer that is as fantastical as the lights of Paris.
In case you havent noticed, Ive fallen head-over-heels for this novel to the point where Ive already pre-ordered it. I recommend anyone reading this review go and do the same. I promise you wont regret it. I certainly dont.
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