Evermore (The Immortals #1)

Reader reviewed by deltay

In Evermore Alyson Noel has woven an enticing beginning to her the immortals series. The main protag's name, Ever Bloom*, is beautiful and original, and makes an interesting play-on. The relationship between Ever and Damen progressed a little too quickly in the beginning, going from I-definitely-don't-have-a-thing-for-him to BAM! I'm-irrevocably-in-love-with-him, but this doesn't stand out glaringly, due to Noel's beautiful storytelling style.

Diction choice was eloquent and flowed beautifully, especially with those descriptions coming in groups of three. The concept behind the story was intriguing, and it was a new take on common YA themes. Characterization was very well done; Ever is real and dimensional, suffering in silence and just wanting an escape from the angst of her life experience at such a tender age. The besties Haven and Miles were interesting personas, quircky but endearing. The "magical" characters were relatively good, but there were facets that were slightly shallow and uncredible. The tie-ins to history were nicely inserted, and rooted the story more firmly in realism.

Summerland was a beautiful idea. Noel has crafted quite the introduction to her immortals saga, and it's no wonder that Evermore has cracked bestseller lists. Evermore is a wonderful urban fantasy/paranormal romance read that will be enjoyed by many teenage female fans, if current trends are accurately predictive. I'm definitely going to be checking out the sequel, Blue Moon (August 2009).

Reader reviewed by melisa

This book was in one word amazing. It had different elements that made for a smooth, well thought out plotline. The mysterious Damen will leave you breathless and the confused and slighty depressed Ever will leave you questioning. The only bads to this book would be how the end plays out but knowing that there's a sequel, it won't be long until the background story picks up. I enjoyed the break from all the vampire hysteria going around however there's a bit of supernatural spunk with bits about love , life , and friendship. I suggest this to anyone, it;s easy to read and enjoyable.

Reader reviewed by Desiree Mobley

This book is very sweet and proves what true love really means! It will have you lifted off your feet from the romance but also at the edge of your seat with fright!