Aura’s life is anything but easy. Her boyfriend, Logan, died, and his slides between ghost and shade have left her reeling. Aura knows he needs her now more than ever. She loves Logan, but she can’t deny her connection with the totally supportive, totally gorgeous Zachary. And she’s not sure that she wants to.
Logan and Zachary will fight to be the one by her side, but Aura needs them both to uncover the mystery of her past—the mystery of the Shift.
As Aura’s search uncovers new truths, she must decide whom to trust with her secrets…and her heart.
From Goodreads.
- Publisher: Simon Pulse
- Release Date: May 3rd, 2011
- My Copy: eARC received from the Simon & Schuster Galley-Grab Program.
- Pages: 384
- Series: Shade
- Genre: Paranormal YA
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 | Shift (Shade, Book 2) |
*Minor Spoilers for the previous book in the series
Right when I was feeling Paranormal YA didn’t have that much to offer me anymore and I got to believe I might need an extended break from the genre, That I get the chance to read this amazing series by one of my favorite authors. My hopes have been restored and the Paranormal YA has gotten a reprieve in my eyes.
Shift is the second book in Jeri Smith-Ready’s Shade series and it picks up right where Shade left off, with Aura being able to do what is believed to be the impossible for the boy once known as her boyfriend and her first love.
In Aura’s world anyone born from her birth date on is able to see and talk to ghosts. That change in the world’s perspective is known as the Shift and Aura has been extremely curious about it for a long time. She is certain that there is more behind the Shift than is believed and she plans to get to the bottom of it.
In Shift the whole gang is back and more mysteries are unveiled. The book is very emotional and exciting and if you enjoyed Shade you are sure going to love Shift.
I have to say that even though I really like Logan, I am totally Team Zachary. He is so swoon worthy that I recommend reading this book lying down. However, what I love most about Zach is that even though he is awesome, he is also real and flawed in a way that is impossible to not relate.
Aura is such a great leading lady. I love that she doesn’t really shy away from her feelings. She might avoid dealing with them from time to time, but she usually owns them and the consequences of feeling them quite well.
Jeri Smith-Ready has already taken over my hart with her Fantasy trilogy and then with her awesome UF series, now with her YA one she has created a deadly trio that will basically grab you, regardless of age or taste.
If you enjoy Paranormal YA books, this is definitely a series I recommend wholeheartedly!
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Jeri does seem to be able to take on any genre doesn't she?
Nice review!
I have got to give this series a try!
Ohhh I've heard such good things about this series! I can't wait to give it a try, it's been one I've been wanting to start for a while but things just keep getting in the way. Fantastic review Larissa, super excited to meet Zachary:)
Oh I've been wanting to read this one. ACK! I needs it now. This sounds like a book I'd love.
Another YA series that I have not read :( I really need to find a way to freeze time
I really did enjoy Shade, so I'm looking forward to Shift. I'm curious about all the questions going on. Zach *is* a good character. I love when they are flawed! Thanks for sharing.
I have certainly been hearing a lot about this book lately and look forward to reading it. Thanks for your review and efforts.
I love your review! And I agree that this is such an amazing series.
Even though I am totally Team Logan, I do admit that you are right when you say that Zach is -
"He is so swoon worthy that I recommend reading this book lying down."