Book 1: The Unbecoming of Mara Dyer
Book 2: The Evolution of Mara Dyer
Book 3: The Retribution of Mara Dyer
I am writing this review as a
whole series, as there is only so much I can say about these books without
spoiling what takes place within them, or taking away from the enjoyment of
each twist and turn that unexpectedly happens throughout. So this review may be
a little shorter than others I have done.
The Mara Dyer trilogy is truly an
original and captivating paranormal romance/thriller and at times horror
series. Being Michelle’s debut novel,
she certainly knows how to introduce us with a bang, in this eerie tale.
Michelle’s writing is truly
amazing, drawing you in right from the start and leaving you wanting to know
more. Each book ended with a cliff hanger, and I truly couldn't wait to pick up
the next and find out what happened. This is such a beautifully written and yet
seriously twisted book, that becomes darker as it goes along. I loved the light
and shade that carried on throughout, the innocence and vulnerability of our
main protagonist Mara, but then the darkness that she brought and just how
untrustworthy she was as a narrator, was truly creepy.
The characters within this book
were brilliant, the loving family, who truly support Mara through everything
and whose only wish is to see her better and happy again. Jamie, the first
friend Mara makes in the series, which not only provides humour but is a
brilliant contrast to that of Mara’s character herself. Then Noah Shaw, the
swoon worthy boy with one hell of a reputation, who has a secret of his own.
These were the main characters throughout the series; however others do pop up,
doctors, therapists and even someone from her past. Each character is written
in great detail and the relationships built between each is brilliantly
highlighted and felt due to Michelle’s great writing, the relationships feel
real and genuine and possibly the only thing we do feel to be true in this
story. Plus there really are some overly creepy characters created…Phoebe...wow!
I found as the story progressed
you were sucked deeper in to this dark world, left solving mystery after
mystery. The books certainly became darker, and I did struggle with the sudden
change in Mara in the third book, to be so fearful of what she could do, to then
outright going out and doing it no questions asked (this may not make sense for
those who have not read the book, but i really don’t want to spoil anything…
more of an incentive to go and pick it up maybe?) Mara’s vulnerability was so
evident in that final book, and I really felt like Jamie’s character was the
pivotal force throughout it that made me deal with that, he really did become
one of my favourites with his humour and the spark and dynamic between him and
Mara was truly amazing.
Overall this series is truly fantastic,
it leaves you on the edge of your seat, freaked out, holding your breath and completely
confused and yet absolutely desperate for more all at the same time. You finish
each book and are left saying’ What!!!’ so you just have to pick up the next
one. Michelle Hodkins story really is one of a kind, and I absolutely loved the
dark world she created and all the amazing characters within it. So I really
would say if you like thrillers, a bit of romance, and even paranormal stories.
Then this truly is for you. Just brace yourself for a bumpy ride.
I would give this series 4 out of 5 stars.
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