Finale (Hush, Hush #4) by Becca Fitzpatrick 0/5 stars

Hey, guys!  I always read the full book before I post about it here.  That is not the case today.  I couldn't take this book, and it got abandoned.  More on that later.

Preview Books in the Series:
Hush, Hush (book 1)
Crescendo (book 2)
Silence (book 3)

The Cover:

I am the kind of person who always finishes books, no matter how much I hate them.  (A good example is Afterworlds by Scott Westerfeld).  I stick it out, hoping for some redeeming quality, so you know it's bad if I give up.

To be honest, I only started Finale because I was waiting for And Then There Were None to become available at the library, and I felt kind of guilty to abandon a series 3/4 of the way through.  I honestly would have rather been sitting in silence than reading this book.

Simply, the plot was ridiculous, the characters were ridiculous, and the writing was mediocre.

The major selling point of this series is supposed to be the relationship between Nora and Patch.  However, the don't have chemistry and the longer the series went on, the more Patch seemed abusive.  Nora was not allowed to talk to any other boy, she's criticized for hanging out with her friend, etc.  Instead of being entranced by their romance, I was scared for Nora's safety.  Bad foundation for a book.

The only thing left to say is do not read this book.  Even if you liked the previous books, Finale was awful.  Would not recommend reading.  Ever.

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Silence (Hush, Hush #3) by Becca Fitzpatrick 4.5/5 stars

Hey, guys! I finished reading the third book in the Hush, Hush series by Becca Fitzpatrick, Silence. In case you missed it, here are my reviews to book one (Hush, Hush) and book two (Crescendo).
I enjoyed reading it, and it was much better than book two!
The Cover:

The Cover:
Yeah, no.  First of all, let's think about what went on when discussing the cover.
"Want to make up a scene and use that for the cover?"
"Yeah. Sure.  While we're at it, how stereotypical do you think we can be?"
"The more stereotypical the better.  We want all of our readers to be embarrased to be seen reading this book with its cover!"
That's what I picture happening.  Suffice to say, I'm not a fan.

Official Description:
Nora Grey can't remember the past five months of her life. After the initial shock of waking up in a cemetery and being told that she has been missing for weeks - with no one knowing where she was or who she was with - she tried to get her life back on track. Go to school, hang out with her best friend, Vee, and dodge mom's creepy new boyfriend.
But there is this voice in the back of her head, an idea that she can almost reach out and touch. Visions of angel wings and unearthly creatures that have nothing to do with the life she knows.
And this unshakable feeling that a part of her is missing.
Then Nora crosses paths with a sexy stranger, whom she feels a mesmerizing connection to. He seems to hold all the answers...and her heart. Every minute she spends with him grows more and more intense until she realizes she could be falling in love. Again.

My Review:
This book was much better than Crescendo. Nora was slightly less annoying, though she still irritates me.  The plotline was exciting and I enjoyed it.  Nora's amnesia helped Silence regain some of the best qualities of book one, but it also grew annoying to read as Nora attempted to remember events and people we have know about for a long time.  
I'd recommend Silence if you have read the other Hush, Hush books!

Phrase: 
Jev

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Crescendo (Hush, Hush #2) by Becca Fitzpatrick 4/5 stars

Hey, guys! I just read the sequel to Hush, Hush, Crescendo.  It was, in my opinion, much worse than the first, but still pretty good.  If you missed it, here is my review of book one!  It was worth reading it you want to check that out!
The Cover:

The Cover:
This cover shows Nora standing moodily in the rain (which is basically the gist of this book).  She's dropping a feather, probably of a fallen angel.  It's a pretty lame cover, but its not terrible.

Official Description:
Nora Grey's life is still far from perfect. Surviving an attempt on her life wasn't pleasant, but at least she got a guardian angel out of it. A mysterious, magnetic, gorgeous guardian angel. But despite his role in her life, Patch has been acting anything but angelic. He's more elusive than ever (if that's possible) and what's worse, he seems to be spending time with Nora's archenemy, Marcie Millar.
Nora would have hardly noticed Scott Parnell, an old family friend who has moved back to town, if Patch hadn't been acting so distant. Even with Scott's totally infuriating attitude, Nora finds herself drawn to him - despite her lingering feelings that he is hiding something.
If that weren't enough, Nora is haunted by images of her murdered father, and comes to question whether her Nephilim bloodline has anything to do with his death. Desperate to figure out what happened, she puts herself in increasingly dangerous situations to get the answer. But maybe some things are better left buried, because the truth could destroy everything - and everyone - she trusts.

My Review:
I really loved Hush, Hush, but Crescendo caused me to be very irritated at the characters. That plot kept going and I was very interested in the book, but Nora was perhaps that most annoying character that I've read about it a long, long time. She makes wild accusations on everyone close to her. She breaks up with Patch for basically no reason and then complains for him being around. She does not pick up on the obvious clues around her and blames seriously everything on Patch even though HE WAS INNOCENT IN EVERYTHING GOING ON!!!
I enjoyed the book but wished it was narrated by anyone other than Nora. I was hooked into the plot, but Nora irritated me so much that I struggled to get through the novel.  It might frustrate you, it might not, but if you like Hush, Hush, you'll probably still like Crescendo.  I'd recommend reading it if you are interested in where this story goes.

Phrase:
It must be Patch!

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Hush, Hush by Becca Fitzpatrick 4.9/5 stars

Hey guys!

A few days ago, I finally caved and read Hush, Hush.  It's been on my to-read list practically forever, but I never had a chance to read it.  Until now.  This is just going to be a mini-review but it should give you guys the gist!

Cover:

Cover: 
I really like this cover.  Its simple, but elegant.  It shows Patch... falling from heaven.

Official Description:

A SACRED OATH

A FALLEN ANGELA FORBIDDEN LOVE
Romance was not part of Nora Grey's plan. She's never been particularly attracted to the boys at her school, no matter how hard her best friend, Vee, pushes them at her. Not until Patch comes along. With his easy smile and eyes that seem to see inside her, Patch draws Nora to him against her better judgment.
But after a series of terrifying encounters, Nora's not sure whom to trust. Patch seems to be everywhere she is and seems to know more about her than her closest friends. She can't decide whether she should fall into his arms or run and hide. And when she tries to seek some answers, she finds herself near a truth that is way more unsettling than anything Patch makes her feel.
For she is right in the middle of an ancient battle between the immortal and those that have fallen - and, when it comes to choosing sides, the wrong choice will cost Nora her life.

My Review:

This book wasn't perfect, but I enjoyed it.
The characters were complicated and complex. The plot had me hooked.
Really the only issue I had were the characters' lack of concern over certain details. For example, if your best friend tells you that a boy physically threatened her, would you really push to go camping with him? (If you answered yes, you are rather a (A) terrible friend or (B) asking to die.)
Oh, and also the fact that Nora is supposedly doing well enough in school to go to an Ivy League college. If that was true than none of the event in this book could happen because of homework, etc. (I'm aware how nit-picky that is, but I'm getting sick of books where school is not as time consuming as it really is!)
All in all, a good book. I highly recommend it.

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