Nevermore (Nevermore, 1) - Softcover

Creagh, Kelly

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1442402016 ISBN 13: 9781442402010

Publisher: Atheneum Books for Young Readers, 2011

Synopsis

Nevermore A page-turning psychological mystery that is equal parts horror, humor, and romance, "Nevermore" is the story of Varen--a Poe fan and Goth--and Isobel--a cheerleader and unlikely heroine.

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Review:

"Tender, and engrossing, so richly textured and acutely rendered. . . . The chemistry between Varen and Isobel is positively simmering and as necessary as breathing. . . . Creagh totally "gets it," the whole painful and traumatic high school experience. . . . An unforgettable and graceful story." - FiendishlyBookish.com

"Verses from Poe's poems and synopses of his stories are woven seamlessly into the story, and the ghoulish spirit Pinfeathers is memorably menacing and gory. . . . a creepy, otherworldly climax." --"Kirkus"

"This Gothic Romeo/Juliet story is an English teacher's jewel box, with high appeal for readers who might ignore classic literature. Veiled and overt allusions to Poe, Shakespeare, and Frost will support discussion about love, loyalty, popularity, and independence beyond the trendy, dramatic, supernatural action." --"VOYA"

" . . . I fell in love with "Nevermore". . . . The chemistry is perfect and it simmers slowly throughout the novel at a beautiful, restrained pace. . . . Absolutely recommended." -TheBookSmugglers.com

"Always one step ahead of the reader, "Nevermore" is a book to engage in, speculate over, and savor." -"New York Journal of Books"

"One of my "favorite "2010 debuts. It has all the components of an amazing YA novel. A sympathetic, fun main character; a sexy, dark dude; a perfectly-paced plotline; a classic-inspired story arc; and a "damn" good love story!" -NaughtyBookKitties.com

About the Author:

Kelly Creagh is a 2008 graduate of Spalding University's MFA in Creative Writing program. When not writing, haunting bookstore coffee shops, or obsessively studying Poe, Kelly's passions include the ancient art of bellydance. She lives with her squirrely, attitude-infused dogs--Annabel, Jack, and Holly--in the heart of Old Louisville, Kentucky's largest and spookiest Victorian neighborhood. Kelly is the author of the Nevermore trilogy. Visit her at KellyCreagh.com.

About this edition

• Publisher: Atheneum Books for Young Readers
• Publication date: 2011
• ISBN 10: 1442402016
• ISBN 13: 9781442402010
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 576