Breathless by Brigid Kemmerer
Release Date: April 30, 2013
Publisher: Kensington Teen
Pages: 65
Series: Elemental #2.5
Review Source: Netgalley
Synopsis: (from Goodreads)My Thoughts:
Too many secrets. Not enough time.
Nick Merrick is supposed to be the level-headed one. The peacemaker. Since it’s just him and his three hotheaded brothers against the world, that’s a survival tactic.
But now he’s got problems even his brothers can’t help him survive.
His so-called girlfriend, Quinn, is going quick as mercury from daring to crazy. Meanwhile, Quinn’s dancer friend Adam is throwing Nick off balance, forcing him to recognize a truth he’d rather shove back into the dark.
He can feel it—-the atmosphere is sizzling. Danger is on the way. But whatever happens next, Nick is starting to find out that sometimes nothing you do can keep the peace.
My first thoughts after reading this book? "Nick, you really need a hug."
It’s not often that I fall in love with a novella. I know the point of them is that they’re shorter than a novel, but I usually find them too short. I tend to want more of the story, or more of that character. It helps knowing that we're getting a full book featuring Nick, but in this case I wasn't left wanting at all. To me, 'Breathless' is a perfect piece of fiction that captures a specific moment in time and a specific feeling.
It’s hard to review a piece of this length without spoiling the plot, but it’s safe to say that you never would have guessed at this side of Nick without being in his head. ‘Breathless’ features Nick’s struggles with his powers and with family expectations in a multitude of ways. ‘Breathless’ is about having to admit to yourself first who you are, before you can embrace it and share it with others.
‘Breathless’ also gives us a deeper look at Quinn, a character who I never really cared for previously. While she's still not my favourite, you can't help but feel sad for her family situation and understand a bit where she's coming from.
Basically? Brigid Kemmerer writes absolutely amazing characters who have incredibly emotional journeys. This novella is no exception to her immense talent. I loved the story and the potential it gives us for Spirit (Hunter’s book), and especially for Siege (Nick’s book).
If you haven’t yet read the Elementals series, be sure to pick up Storm soon. You won’t be disappointed.
The Cover:
I have to say that these covers aren't my favourites, which is unfortunate, because the books are AMAZING.
Rating:
[5/5]Find Breathless by Brigid Kemmerer on Goodreads & Amazon.
You really made me want to pick up this series, it sounds like a fun one.
ReplyDeleteAlso, I'm glad the novella was good and interesting and explained more of the characters
Ooh, good!! It's a great series, I think you might enjoy them.
DeleteSo many are fan girling about the entire series and I haven't even read the first book. I can't wait to find out what's so special about it. Thanks for sharing your thoughts x
ReplyDeleteYay, hope you'll enjoy it! Based on other books you love, I can see you really enjoying these ones.
Delete"I know the point of [novellas] is that they’re shorter than a novel, but I usually find them too short." I feel the exact same way about novellas, Ashley, which is why I usually avoid reading them.
ReplyDeleteI still haven't read this series but I know it has a lot of fans. Lol, the covers may be partly to blame ...
Yes, so often they're just kind of boring or pointless... thankfully the last couple I've read have been really enjoyable.
DeleteUgh the covers... they are definitely why I held out at first, despite reading good reviews for Storm. They are well worth ignoring the covers for, though. ;)