Tuesday, September 9, 2014

Made for You by Melissa Marr a review by Brandi Breathes Books


Made for You by Melissa Marr
Bestselling author of the Wicked Lovely books Melissa Marr’s first contemporary YA novel is a twisted southern gothic tale of obsession, romance, and murder. A killer is obsessed with Eva Tilling. Can she stop him, or will he claim her?
When Eva Tilling wakes up in the hospital, she’s confused—who in her sleepy little North Carolina town could have hit her with their car? And why? But before she can consider the question, she finds that she’s awoken with a strange new skill: the ability to foresee people’s deaths when they touch her. While she is recovering from the hit-and-run, Nate, an old flame, reappears, and the two must traverse their rocky past as they figure out how to use Eva’s power to keep her friends—and themselves—alive. But while Eva and Nate grow closer, the killer grows increasingly frantic in his attempt to get to Eva.
For the first time, New York Times bestselling author Melissa Marr has applied her extraordinary talent to contemporary realism. Chilling twists, unrequited obsession, and high-stakes romance drive this Gothic, racy thriller—a story of small-town oppression and salvation. Melissa’s fans, and every YA reader, will find its wild ride enthralling

Publishes in US: September 16th 2014 by HarperCollins
Genre: fantasy (for the visions), contemporary feel
Source: Harper Teen
Series? No

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     I was sent this one, and even though murder thrillers aren't always my favorite to read, I do like the premise of her being able to see other's deaths. It is so creepy and makes me wonder what she can do to intervene. 

    It was told from a few perspectives, but mainly from Eva's point of view. She is struggling after waking up in the hospital. Her memories are a little scattered and she has scars all over. As a teen, or woman in general with our sometimes fragile self esteem, it can be a worst nightmare. Other things are changing too. Her childhood friend keeps showing up at the hospital and they are reconnecting. But this is a true old fashioned southern town, where Eva is big money and from the big names in the town and her reputation doesn't allow for people like him. 

    I have never read any Melissa Marr, but I enjoyed this one surprisingly and flew through most of it. I felt like it slowed down some in the middle, but then picked up at the end and went barreling to a dramatic ending. 

    I liked the friendship between Eva and Grace in this one. They told each other everything and supported each other in every way they could. The romance was a little awkward at times because at first she was dating someone who was cheating on her and not there for her while sick. But it was cute to read about once the other guy was out of the way. 

    I never guessed who the killer was but I never am able to see that sort of thing coming. We got the perspective of Judge, the obviously unstable guy who thinks that Eva is meant to be his bride and his acts of violence are teaching her things and giving her messages. 


Bottom Line: Overall good story, I liked Eva and the premise.

My question to you, my lovely readers:
If you could know, would you want to know how you'll die?

26 comments:

  1. It's cool it was able to guess you in the dark about the killer for so long! I love books like that – it was the same for me with the Dangerous novels :D

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  2. This sounds like a book I'd like to give a try. I like the sound of the mystery and the friendship. Great review!

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  3. i'ts nice to see you were surprised. I'm curious about this one because I liked the one I read by her.

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  4. This cover never failed to impress me. I have heard a lot about this author and this story seems so good. Also I love when I cannot guess who the killer is! And to answer your question - no. I think that it'd be just another burden to carry. Great review, Brandi :)

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  5. I would not want to know how I die!

    I've been curious about this one. I'm glad you enjoyed!

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  6. I've never read anything by Melissa Marr either.
    And no, I don't think I'd want to know how I die!

    -Lauren
    www.shootingstarsmag.blogspot.com

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  7. I did enjoy it (the murder side of things was spot on, so loved that) but didn't really like the characters all that much, lost steam for me too once I knew who the killer was (I picked up on the signs pretty early on) so that was disappointing, but still, couldn't put it down and read through it pretty quickly. :) Nope. I wouldn't want to know where/when/how I die, I mean, you'd be terrified the rest of your life, haha.

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  8. I have read some Melissa Marr before, and I actually prefer her YA stuff to her more adult stories. I'm glad you enjoyed Made for You, Brandi, even if it didn't completely blow your socks off.
    I hope you're recovering nicely from your surgery last week :)

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  9. I usually like her books pretty well and this sounds good!

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  10. I have been meanign to read Marr and haven't gotten around to her. I like that this is a murder suspense book. I think this is the one to try.

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  11. I have this one on the way and I can't wait to get my hands on it. I'm not sure about multple perspectives, but the rest sounds great.

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  12. I like the sound of this one, but the author's books have been a mixed bag for me. I may end up seeing if the library has it once released. Great review!

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  13. I would be tempted to know how I died, but I wouldn't want to know it. If I found out it was going to be horrible and full of pain it would haunt me all my days and I wouldn't be able to enjoy life. Even though it would be assuring to know it was the opposite, it's not a risk I would like to take :D

    So, I wouldn't want to know. As for the book, I am glad you managed to enjoy it in the end, and that it surprised you a bit. I just love when books you peg as neutral end up being better than expected :D

    Check out my review and giveaway: http://olivia-savannah.blogspot.nl/2014/09/fountain-of-earth-book-review-giveaway.html

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  14. Oh I did not know she had a new book out

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  15. A murder thriller and an awesome friendship. And that cover! I'm pretty excited to read this one. Great review, Brandi!

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  16. This one sounds pretty interesting and I know a ton of people like this author. I may have to give this one a try. Great review!

    Teresa @ Readers Live A Thousand Lives

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  17. I love murderer thriller's! I wish I got sent this one too

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  18. Glad you enjoyed it. I'm not much of a reader of these kind of books, but Melissa Marr is a great author.

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  19. The last Melissa Marr book that I've read I DNFed so I'm not sure about this one. Will consider it b/c of your review but hmm, really thorned.

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  20. I have a copy of this and I love mysteries so I'm really excited for it. Great review, Brandi! :)

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  21. This sounds awesome! I like intense books. And to answer your question, there is no freaking way I would ever want to know how I am going to die. It would make me paranoid and I would be jumping at every little turn I make. Ya, I think there is a dang good reason why we don't know.

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  22. This sounds good, and yay for you trying a new author and genre outside your norm!

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  23. This does sound like a great read. I was here for some recs in the YA dept for my kids, but I just might read this one for me! Bad I know! I would recommend Alane Adams, alaneadams.com is her site. She got a book The Red Sun which was a quick read for me but the kids enjoyed it. Just in case anyone was looking for a good one!

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  24. Great review Brandi. <3 I'm glad you enjoyed this book; but sorry you didn't fully love it :) I cannot wait to read it. <3 when my hardcover arrives ;p Thank you for sharing sweetie :)

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  25. This sounds really interesting Brandi. I have read some of Melissa's work before and this sounds so different to that. It is great to see you weren't able to pick the killer though, kept in suspense... love it!

    Naomi @ Nomi’s Paranormal Palace

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  26. Hmm. So not my typical kind of read but it does sound interesting!

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