Fallen

Fallen is without a doubt the best fantasy love story I've read in years. On her first day at Sword & Cross reform school, Luce finds herself instantly attracted to two boys. Cam is polite and very charming. But then there is Daniel... Luce is drawn to Daniel and senses a familiarity she can't explain, but he keeps pushing her away. As she eventually grows closer to Daniel, Luce becomes more certain that he is hiding an impossible secret and that there is more to her past that even she could guess. Lauren Kate's writing is not the best, and the characters are not fully developed, but I think I enjoyed the story because I want to believe in the kind of love that is passionate, unavoidable, and consuming.

Shiver

Shiver is about a girl named Grace who has spent her life fascinated by the wolves who live in the woods behind her house. She has a special bond with one wolf in particular, and when she meets Sam in his human form Grace is drawn into the world of werewolves. The two were destined for each other, but their bliss is short-lived. Sam can only stay human as long s the weather is warm, so the pair race to find a cure as winter is fast approaching. Maggie Stiefvater's writing is a little too poetic for my taste, and Grace's character lacks much depth and compassion. Overall I enjoyed reading Shiver, however, the plot and love story give off too much of a Twilight-vibe.

Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Demigod Files

The Demigod Files is a supplement to Rick Riordan's series, Percy Jackson & the Olympians. The books starts with a foreword by the author, introducing it as a survival guide for young demigods. Included are interviews with current residents of Camp Half-Blood, as well as three short stories about Percy's quests that would have taken place before The Last Olympian. The Demigod Files are not a crucial part of Riordan's legacy, but I enjoyed reading more about the heroes of Camp Half-Blood.