What if your whole world turned upside down in one day? Violet, the main character, never truly believed in God, much less angels. When she discovers that she may be a Grigori aka part-angel, part-human, Violet does not know what to do about it. Lincoln claims Violet is his eternal partner, but there are limitations and rules that go along with being his partner that Violet never anticipated. In Violet's confusion, she allows Phoenix, a Fallen Angel, to get close to her. The two develop a close friendship that could be that "something more" Violet has always hoped for. However, Phoenix has quite a few skeletons in his closet. Can Violet trust Phoenix? If given the choice, will Violet choose Lincoln or Phoenix?
EMBRACE is a great new paranormal romance by author Jessica Shirvington. Violet's character connects easily with the reader. She can be impulsive, but the reader will like her quick smiles and kind personality. The secondary characters, particularly the love interests, will hold the reader's attention throughout the novel. Phoenix is the "bad boy" of the novel whereas Lincoln is the "golden boy." Lincoln is more of a rule-follower where Phoenix chooses for himself regardless of the rules. The two have very different, clashing personalities and Violet faces a tough decision.
The events in EMBRACE are very fast-paced. Violet and the reader both must absorb a large amount of information, but the author handles it well. The quiet romantic scenes are realistic and work to further confuse Violet on who she should choose. The ending leaves this reader happy and excited to know another novel will be added to the series! Hopefully in short order!
Violet Eden is dreading her seventeenth birthday dinner. After all, it’s hard to get too excited about the day that marks the anniversary of your mother’s death. The one bright spot is that Lincoln will be there. Sexy, mature and aloof, he is Violet’s idea of perfection. But why does he seem so reluctant to be anything more than a friend? After he gives her the world’s most incredible kiss – and then abandons her on her front doorstep – Violet is determined to get some answers. But nothing could have prepared her for Lincoln’s explanation: he is Grigori – part angel and part human – and Violet is his eternal partner. Without warning, Violet’s world is turned upside down. She never believed in God, let alone angels. But there’s no denying the strange changes in her body … and her feelings for Lincoln. Suddenly, she can’t stand to be around him. Luckily, Phoenix, an exiled angel, has come into her life. He’s intense and enigmatic, but at least he never lied to her. As Violet gets caught up in an ancient battle between dark and light, she must choose her path. The wrong choice could cost not only her life, but her eternity…
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