384p.
Published: Harlequin Teen
Available: Now
Source: Netgalley and publisher for review
Some things are permanent.
Indelible.
And they cannot be changed back.
Joy Malone learns this the night she sees a stranger with all-black eyes across a crowded room—right before the mystery boy tries to cut out her eye. Instead, the wound accidentally marks her as property of Indelible Ink, and this dangerous mistake thrusts Joy into an incomprehensible world—a world of monsters at the window, glowing girls on the doorstep, and a life that will never be the same.
Now, Joy must pretend to be Ink’s chosen one—his helper, his love, his something for the foreseeable future...and failure to be convincing means a painful death for them both. Swept into a world of monsters, illusion, immortal honor and revenge, Joy discovers that sometimes, there are no mistakes.
Somewhere between reality and myth lies…
THE TWIXTMy thoughts:
I must admit that this was a confusing world at the beginning of this book. You are sort of thrown into the world with Joy and had to feel your way around things. While this didn't really bother me, I also had to question how Joy was able to handle it so easily. Yes, she freaked out, but at the same time was able to trudge on ahead without much PTSD or thought. Even though I questioned this, it did not stop my enjoyment of the world.
There is also a budding romance in the works. I goes slowly so there is no insta-love here which I appreciated. Something so strange for both Joy and the fae, Ink, I would have had a problem if it went any faster than what was presented. However, even though I loved the way their feelings budded and grew slowly I don't think I was entirely convinced of the romance. I also have to say I wasn't unconvinced as well. :) I know that sounds confusing, but it really felt that they were still on the journey to discovering each other and I suspect I will become more convinced as the series progresses.
I give this book either 3.5 or 4 stars. It's sort of inbetween. I have a feeling that now that the world is established, the characters will start to shine even brighter as the adventure continues. I look forward to the next book in this series.
I've heard a lot of mixed reviews for this and seeing as its an in-between sort of book, I think I'll wait to see how the sequels are before picking this up. Lovely review, Melissa!
ReplyDeleteIt was still an enjoyable read for me. I really like the world here.
DeleteWhile I enjoyed this story, I definitely agree with you about the romance. Ink needed her, more than loved her and it seemed like Ink was more intriguing to Joy than anything else. Still, interesting story.
ReplyDeleteTrue and he had no concept of love before this. He didn't even pay attention to the humans. I still enjoyed it. :)
DeleteI did hear that about the world and I want my worlds to be awesome
ReplyDeleteI thought it was a pretty creative world. :)
Delete"I have a feeling that now that the world is established, the characters will start to shine even brighter as the adventure continues."
ReplyDeleteI agree completely Mel! I struggled with the world just a bit in this one as well, even though I was thoroughly impressed with the originality of it. I think now that some of my questions have been answered and the purpose of Ink's job is a little clearer to me, I'll be totally on board for book 2! Lovely review:)
Yes, and I can see how more of this world would become even clearer to us later on. I think the basics were covered in this book.
DeleteNot sure if I'm going to like this book. Getting thrown into something seems a little confusing to follow.
ReplyDeleteI think you'll have fun with this one Savy!
Deletewow I didn"t know this book, even by name. I'm intrigued now.
ReplyDeleteIt's often hard to have a great first book when you're trying to build a world...or so it seems. I don't read a lot of fantasy type novels. I'm glad this one was relatively good for you though!
ReplyDeleteI was all over this, and after reading reviews I am not sure. Everyone was lost..I do love that the cover is made using metal and burning the rose on it. Happy Hump Day!*watches Camel walk by*
ReplyDeleteThe world sounds interesting but I just don't know. It does sound like it was a good read all around though :)
ReplyDeleteI was confused with Luminous and I wasn't sure about this one. I've read so many mixed reviews, I think I'll wait for the next book to see if things even out. Maybe things become clearer in the next book.
ReplyDeleteMaybe the world will iron out as the series goes. I do like that cover though. :) Thank you!
ReplyDeleteSorry the world was confusing but the budding romance and the idea that the characters will shine even more as continues sounds great
ReplyDeleteI've been seeing some good reviews for this one and I'm definitely curious about it!
ReplyDeleteWell, the cover does nothing for me, but your review makes me curious about the book.
ReplyDeleteI actually love being thrown into an unknown world preferably in the dark, and feel my way around. In all honesty, that's my very favorite thing. Plus, the absence of instalove and that gorgeous cover are two more points in favor of this book.
ReplyDeleteThis sounds like a fascinating world, though I'm a bit disappointed to hear the romance isn't as strong as I would have hoped. Still going to give this a shot, and hope for the series to get better. Great review! :-)
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