Sundial (Light Bringer, #1)

Oct 24, 2011 Wicked ♥ (Wickedly Bookish Reviews) aka Bat-Jess rated it 4 of 5 stars · review of another edition

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Whitney Forbes is your average 15 year old girl about to turn 16. She goes to high school, has awesome friends, and is being pursued by IT boy Reid Wallace. While she enjoys her adolescence to the fullest, there is one thing that lingers at the edge of her happiness giving it a bittersweet taste. When Whitney turns 21, the CIA will own her and force her to work for them as a remote viewer, a psychic who uncovers the secrets...more Reviewed for Wickedly Bookish Reviews
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Whitney Forbes is your average 15 year old girl about to turn 16. She goes to high school, has awesome friends, and is being pursued by IT boy Reid Wallace. While she enjoys her adolescence to the fullest, there is one thing that lingers at the edge of her happiness giving it a bittersweet taste. When Whitney turns 21, the CIA will own her and force her to work for them as a remote viewer, a psychic who uncovers the secrets of hostile nations.

There are just so many wonderful things about Sundial I hardly know where to begin. First off, it is very well written making it a smooth enjoyable read. The authors obviously put a lot of thought into how Whitney and the other psychic's abilities would work and how the American government would be able to put them to use. The Clarion program fits seamlessly into what the average American perceives the CIA to be and doesn't feel made up or forced. On top of being totally awesome, the psychics of this book also have food allergies as part of their genetic makeup. In Sundial, people who have a food allergy are more evolved and develop psychic abilities. The science is actually pretty well developed and explained throughout the book. What a neat way to highlight a condition that has become more pronounced throughout the years!

I think my favorite part of the world the authors have placed their heroine in is the unique use of Kung Fu in Whitney and Reid's training. I haven't seen this in any of the YA books I have read recently and felt it was both appropriate and really neat to learn about. It was a treat to see such clashing cultures twine together to make such capable people.

The characters in Sundial are strongly constructed and very likable. Whitney is really like no other YA heroine you will read about. She knows exactly what she wants from life before the CIA gets their hands on her and she is determined to have no less. She is confident, capable, and far from the often self-destructive example we see in today's YA books. If you are a parent, and want a good read for your teen where the heroine isn't completely self-centered, whiny, and out-of-control, I would highly recommend Sundial. Don't get me wrong, I love YA fiction so much, and enjoy the racier books immensely,, but I am also an adult and understand how to separate fiction from fact. Let's be honest here, a good majority of YA fiction features teen girls ready to give up their lives, futures, and even families to be with some hot, sparkly, Emo vamp. While this is all fine well and good in a fictional world, it sends a bad message to impressionable teens who have yet to figure out what a real, healthy relationship entails. Sure, we all have to make sacrifices for the ones we love at one point or another, and it is pretty romantic to think someone loves you so much they would sacrifice everything for little old you. However, when you love someone, you don't expect them to give up everything they love and value just so they can be yours. This is where Sundial gets it right. Whitney and Reid's relationship revolves around their mutual attraction for each other of course, but also contains a respect and intelligence that teen relationships often lack. The authors offer a healthy and realistic example of what teens should expect out dating.

As for pacing, the book begins out slow and doesn't quite get to the action until the last third,, however once I got to the action, I understood exactly why. The authors are setting up Whitney's world and getting the reader familiar with the characters, how they think, and the way the interact with each other. This is the first book in a series, and like any other first, needs to take the time to set up the world and its characters.My only real complaint about this book was that things seem almost too easy and what I mean by this is that Whitney and Reid seem to always have the answers. Things almost always go without a hitch and that irked me a bit. I understand these people are psychics and can see what is going to happen and all, but everything can't go perfectly all the time. At some point, something has to go wrong. Obviously this wasn't a big enough problem to keep me from enjoying Sundial, but I do look forward to things not always falling perfectly together in book two.

I was approached by the authors to read and review Sundial. I am so grateful that I got the opportunity to be a reviewer for such a neat book. The authors had this to say about their debut novel, "We have tried to show girls in a positive and capable light and to give a boost to kids who feel socially isolated because of a food allergy through an exciting mainstream adventure." Well, with that being said, Fruzzetti and Pearsall succeed in this endeavor brilliantly. I recommend Sundial to all of you YA lovers and to teens looking for something that has both supernatural excitement and substance.(less)

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Aug 23, 2012 Cocktails and Books rated it 2 of 5 stars · review of another edition

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"Whitney Forbes always new she was special. Growing up with a father in the CIA, it is no surprise that she would be automatically included into the top secret agency; chosen at a young age to be part of clarion, a unique program developed for children like her, who were gifted. Her ESP has always allowed her to read people and see things to come, but when she is inexplicably drawn to Reid Wallace it becomes clear that her abilities far surpass that of any other person with such a gift. After th...more "Whitney Forbes always new she was special. Growing up with a father in the CIA, it is no surprise that she would be automatically included into the top secret agency; chosen at a young age to be part of clarion, a unique program developed for children like her, who were gifted. Her ESP has always allowed her to read people and see things to come, but when she is inexplicably drawn to Reid Wallace it becomes clear that her abilities far surpass that of any other person with such a gift. After the devastating news that a close friend has passed on, Whitney’s life heads in a direction she never saw coming. With a new secret mission ahead and the knowledge of what is to come she must find the ability to blindly trust the one person who still manages to surprise her and take on the role of leader as the sundial.

Reid Wallace has always been a lady’s man. It is no surprise to anyone when there is a new girl on his arm; but when he is paired with Whitney Forbes he soon discovers that there is more to her than meets the eye. Being an empath himself he is able to read things about her and her past that no one else would know. This brings him even closer to Whitney and pulls him into feelings he never knew he could have. Now that their fates are intertwined he must find the courage to be there for her like no one else, to teach her, and to face a mission so dangerous that he may not return.

The fact that both of these characters were involved in either military or CIA since they were younger really makes for a perfect pair; but at the same time brings up a lot of questions regarding trust. He was meant to protect her and teach her the one thing she needs to know most, how to block others with gifts from reading her thoughts; but for her, trusting him isn’t easy; especially when it comes to Karen. There is definitely something there and when you pair that with the fact that he refuses to tell her, it becomes clear he has something to hide. However, for the mission at hand the two characters abilities completely complement each other and allow for a very interesting mystery.

I feel that the author really rushed the story, going from one moment to the next abruptly, with no real warning. She skipped over days sometimes weeks in a matter of one paragraph. Although, most people would prefer in person to skip the detail and get straight to the point, I find it completely unappealing in a book. It felt as though you were running through, trying to catch up, only to get lost again; like being in a coma for a few days and then you wake up and return right back to life as if nothing had happened. I admire the story line and the mystery within the book; however, I do not think I would read it again.
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Oct 24, 2011 Melissa rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

SUNDIAL has all it takes to be the beginning of an epic adventure--right up to a cliffhanger of an ending that leaves you cheering and wanting more. This is an edgy read and one you will enjoy if you like mystery, suspense and intrigue. Every chapter leaves you with a question mark in your mind and, like a true suspense, not every question is immediately answered!

Whitney is a rock of a character. She knows who she is and she cultivates good friends. It is a refreshing change that she considers h...more SUNDIAL has all it takes to be the beginning of an epic adventure--right up to a cliffhanger of an ending that leaves you cheering and wanting more. This is an edgy read and one you will enjoy if you like mystery, suspense and intrigue. Every chapter leaves you with a question mark in your mind and, like a true suspense, not every question is immediately answered!

Whitney is a rock of a character. She knows who she is and she cultivates good friends. It is a refreshing change that she considers her options and makes smart decisions before diving in--even though she still finds herself in sticky situations from time to time. Blair, her best friend, always has her back and their relationship provides humor and balance. These two make a tough team and are always helping each other out even when one is pushing the other off a boat! Now, that's saying something!

Reid is dynamic and interesting. Yes, he is the most popular boy in school but he is more than the perfect cliche. He makes mistakes and is befuddled by Whitney. His super cool persona is another element that nothing is what it seems. I really like that he has met a mental fencing partner in Whitney and their witty exchanges reveal a mental test of wills and wit. Their conversations were funny and sharp--just like the characters. I appreciated that their relationship is deep while they are surrounded by shallow materialism. I'm glad Whitney out foxes Reid when she can't out power him and that there is a lot of strategy which adds to the plot's tension.

The wealthy powerhouse of Washington, D.C., and affluent Alexandria, VA, are the stomping grounds of this book. This area of the country is where money and power are always an undercurrent and is a fitting backdrop for the story's location. Nearby Langley, VA, houses the CIA and makes the setting of a DC suburb an obvious and pivotal choice. The glamorous monuments, historical and high brow Old Town all help to contribute to the sophisticated air of the book and makes me think it would play out as a great movie!

The book is subtle and well crafted. It is full of surprises and good characters. SUNDIAL leaves me believing Whitney and Reid can take on the world and I wonder where they will go next!
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Oct 23, 2011 Kristi rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Exciting, Fun and Stylish!

I'm from DC and Sundial captures the area perfectly: money, power, back deals, intrigue---right down to the high school sororities! It is incredible how much money is in pockets of DC and its suburbs and it gives kids there a lot of "freedom" and independence. This setting works for the teens to be from here and to be able to do what they are able to do. It is sort of like a real life Hogwarts with money instead of magic wands.

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Oct 21, 2011 Cris rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

This is the smartest young adult novel I have read in quite awhile. I
give it five stars for its complex plot, structure, character
development and world worth experiencing!

If you are looking for more than just a paranormal love story Sundial
is a good choice and had me checking out their website to look for a
sequel release date. I promise you the ending will have you on the
edge of your seat and takes you to place you would never imagine to
find two high school students!

What I liked about the...more

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Nov 07, 2011 Dabny W. rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Hey girls! This relationship driven novel is amazing because a girl gets to play it RIGHT for once. What would you do if the guy everyone was crushing on tried to give you a ride home or threw a party just so you would come? Maybe not what you would expect if you were Whitney Forbes! If more of us were like Whitney we would figure out how to have a lot fewer broken hearts and how to be in control of our own destiny. At the very least, you have found lead characters you can respect and admire.

The...more Hey girls! This relationship driven novel is amazing because a girl gets to play it RIGHT for once. What would you do if the guy everyone was crushing on tried to give you a ride home or threw a party just so you would come? Maybe not what you would expect if you were Whitney Forbes! If more of us were like Whitney we would figure out how to have a lot fewer broken hearts and how to be in control of our own destiny. At the very least, you have found lead characters you can respect and admire.

The powerful world these characters dwell is alluring. They have money, cars, boats and designer clothes at their fingertips and spin through a cinematic landscape. Yet Whitney is unimpressed. The genius of this book is that her focus is never blinded by the materialism (in fact she seems sickened by it and says as much) because she wants something real. The tiny details of the setting make it authentic and dazzling and teach you NOT to settle for the superficial box checks. What a great message for all who chase the most popular guy in school—there had better be more than just the image because if you settle for glamour you have settled for nothing at all!

The execution of Sundial is not typical of a YA start. The authors give quality relationship building and background upfront because it drives the plot and makes it believable when one character must risk it all for the other. It is unconventional in others ways as I felt it expected more from the reader than to blitz through it in search of a cheesy, spoon-fed rush because many aspects of the book are sophisticated and intellectual. If you race through it, you will miss clues and many of its unpredictable twists and turns. The foundation of this story is solid and the scientific bent made it plausible.

The slow burn and smoldering heat of the beginning blazes to a white-hot ending and this reminded me of a more literary approach to a clever and memorable adventure. This book is original and I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a cultivated take on paranormal romance and suspense. Bonus that it dares to take on how to sort out the difference between a fleeting crush and the real deal! Read it and learn something! (less)

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Oct 21, 2011 Andrea added it · review of another edition

When I read the synopsis for Sundial, I was definitely curious. A girl with unique abilities who is involved with secret government agencies sounded like a good time. When you add in a good-looking, mysterious guy? Even better.

I'll start with what I liked about Sundial. I thought that the idea behind the story was very interesting and extremely intelligent. The fact that so much apparent thought and brain power went into writing this book is what appealed to me the most. I wasn't quite sure w...more When I read the synopsis for Sundial, I was definitely curious. A girl with unique abilities who is involved with secret government agencies sounded like a good time. When you add in a good-looking, mysterious guy? Even better.

I'll start with what I liked about Sundial. I thought that the idea behind the story was very interesting and extremely intelligent. The fact that so much apparent thought and brain power went into writing this book is what appealed to me the most. I wasn't quite sure what was behind Whitney and Reid's extra abilities, but then, I like a mystery.

There were a few characters in Sundial that I really liked. Whitney was strong, capable, and definitely not a whiner. I also liked Reid. He seemed to be very much like Whitney, super smart, athletic, capable. Both Whitney and Reid really seem to have it all. Whitney's best friend Blair was undoubtedly the most fun character to read. She was funny, a little pushy and could be frivolous. Those aspects to Blair made her the perfect counterpart to Blair, who was ever practical.

Here's the hard part, because I have to admit, there were a few things about Sundial that I had issues with. Starting with, the characters. I know I said I liked Whitney, Blair and Reid, and I did. But it seemed that every single character was rich, athletic, smart, just too perfect. There was a lot of clothing and accessory labels mentioned that I had never heard of. Maybe I'm lame, I dunno. That made it hard for me to identify or empathize with them. To be fair, maybe the area in which Sundial is set is exclusively wealthy. But still, hard to identify with.

Another issue I had was the transitioning between paragraphs. For example, several times Whitney would suddenly pass out at the end of the chapter. Then, in one instance, at the beginning of the next chapter, she and Reid are on a boat with friends and she's mad that another girl is coming on to him. That left me flipping back and forth, making sure the pages weren't stuck, or missing. I found that to be very disorienting and distracting.

So. I've been trying to sum up exactly how I felt about Sundial. I didn't dislike it, but I had issues. Issues I could just not overlook. I still think it was a very interesting idea with a lot of potential.

Favorite Quote:

"'You are no ordinary girl but you are still a teenage girl,' Dr. West said with a twinkle in his
eye. 'Love is something no of us have any training for, but love and empathy are what make us
uniquely human.' "
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Mar 10, 2012 Ashley rated it 3 of 5 stars · review of another edition

This book was wonderful in its humor and the writing flowed beautifully. The ratings for this book were exceptionally high and I was eager to read it. As I read, I found myself laughing at the natural humor that Whitney showed and the relentless personality of Reid. Unfortunately,I felt that the book deserves three stars simply because it takes over half the book for any sort of action or suspense to really take place. It is obvious from the beginning that Reid and Whitney will end up together,...more

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Nov 23, 2011 carole rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Sundial is an incredible adventure of a book! I loved it from page one. It's the kind of book that makes you think, a lot, you can't just fly through pages. It's got an in-depth and intense plot filled with everything from very funny characters, science, high school, parties, CIA, and more!!

Whitney is hilarious!! I can picture her and her snarky attitude in my head. Fruzzetti and Pearsall do a remarkable job creating characters that made me want to keep reading. Whit has some of my favorite feat...more Sundial is an incredible adventure of a book! I loved it from page one. It's the kind of book that makes you think, a lot, you can't just fly through pages. It's got an in-depth and intense plot filled with everything from very funny characters, science, high school, parties, CIA, and more!!

Whitney is hilarious!! I can picture her and her snarky attitude in my head. Fruzzetti and Pearsall do a remarkable job creating characters that made me want to keep reading. Whit has some of my favorite features of a girl in charge, tough yet charming, sweet and knows what she wants. From the very beginning I knew I was going to love her. She talks in the book about knowing what she wants and not settling, and not changing her life for a boyfriend and it's a characteristic I think all YA books need in their heroine. We have to teach young girls that, YOU DON'T NEED A MAN but they're nice to have around. ;)

The authors keep the readers on their toes, especially in the end of a book. The plot just gets thicker and thicker, and the ending OMG! I love when I'm done with a book, to feel like I need to skim through it one more time, because it can't be over I NEED MORE!! I'm using a lot of caps in this review, but they are necessary. Am I getting my point ACROSS? K just making sure.

Anyway, onto the boyfriend. Wow! What a charmer. It thrilled me that while everyone else was falling over him Whitney kept her cool. Boyfriends complicate things, and she realizes that from the beginning. Does that stop her from falling fast? Of course not, she's not immune to love but she's a thinker and is always one step ahead of the situations thrown at her, except with him (how frustrating).

This is how I would describe this book to someone wanting to know the genre. It begins as a YA contemporary romance or coming of age, pretty simple plot, easy to get into and used to the setting and slew of characters. Yes some of our characters have unique abilities but they're still just teenagers living day to day until they can be adults. Slowly the story begins to get more complicated and intricate, the authors add in many different elements like martial arts, covert-ops, spy, death, intrigue, drama, nuclear fall outs, until eventually we are consumed in this tale. And yes, on top of everything, it's a love story. And, oh how I love a great love story.

It's books like this that I want to quote when people say to me "Carole, you're 24, why do you still read YA?" because it's freaking fantastic! I mean geeze, get a grip!

I recommend Sundial to fans of Kelley Armstrong's Darkest Powers series and Darkness Rising series, and anyone looking for a great action packed book. Thank you to the authors for approaching me to read this amazing book, it's definitely a series I plan to follow and one I will recommend to everyone and anyone who will listen!(less)

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Oct 01, 2012 Anjie Kendall rated it 5 of 5 stars

As a child of the 80's myself, reading some of the brand names that popped up, along with the songs referenced, brought a smile to my face. Since I live in the DC metro area, I also was amused knowing where many of the places where. As for the story itself, I found it to be very good, and I really couldn't put it down until I finished the book. The characters grabbed me and held my attention the whole time. I loved that Reid was much more complex than just a pretty boy jock. I liked that Whitney...more

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Aug 27, 2011 Reading Vacation's Mom rated it 4 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Whitney is facing many obstacles. There are evil people trying to take over the world, a CIA plot, pure energy, and a cute boy named Reid who Whitney cannot get out of her mind. Oh, and then there are the superpowers that both help and hinder the whole situation.

Let me tell you about these superpowers. My personal favorite is Reid’s power. He can tell the history of an object just by touching it. Other powers include enhanced eyesight and incredible physical strength to name a few. Whitney has t...more

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Feb 09, 2012 Angieleigh rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: bc11-12, ya

Whitney Forbes isn't your average nearly-sixteen-year-old girl. And Reid Wallace isn't your average teenage boy either.

Whitney has ESP along with several other gifts. She knows of Reid's reputation, but is slightly curious when he turns his attention towards her instead of Liz Cooley.

I can't say much more without giving the plot away. I absolutely loved this book and could barely put down my Kindle. Though I didn't understand hardly any of the scientific aspects of the book, the background sto...more

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Oct 22, 2011 Julia rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

I just finished this a few days ago. I thought this first book (its part 1 of a series) was really great! I live in the DC area and this book sparked my interest because the book is based in my home town. The characters really pulled me in and I thought they were really well developed...not to mention very likable and funny. Things REALLY start getting good towards the middle and end of the book when the main characters, Whitney and Reid start getting more involved with each other as the uncontr...more

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Apr 03, 2012 Ruth rated it 2 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: fantasy

This book was mediocre. The characters were ok, but nothing truly special. The writing style was the biggest flaw in the book. It did not sound like anything a teenager, even an intelligent teenager thinks like. In fact, I'd say it sounded nothing like an intelligent teenager. Here's a sample of the writing:

"My tired brain continued to wake up but my eyelids were not cooperating. They were too heavy to hoist. I saw a sliver of light through my struggling lashes."

First off, "too heavy to hoist"?...more

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Dec 12, 2011 Debbie (at) I Heart YA Books rated it 4 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Sundial has an excellent storyline: teenagers with gifted psychic powers. C.F Fruzzetti and M.I. Pearsall have definitely created a fantastic series. But I do have a few issues with this story. One, there are a few places where the story jumps. For example, they’re at school, and then when I turn to the next page they’re on a boat for the fourth of July. That was a big gap in the storyline for me. What took place between that time? Second was with Reid and his relationship with this girl Karen....more Sundial has an excellent storyline: teenagers with gifted psychic powers. C.F Fruzzetti and M.I. Pearsall have definitely created a fantastic series. But I do have a few issues with this story. One, there are a few places where the story jumps. For example, they’re at school, and then when I turn to the next page they’re on a boat for the fourth of July. That was a big gap in the storyline for me. What took place between that time? Second was with Reid and his relationship with this girl Karen. This was a hard one for me to overlook. Yes, I understand there’s a secret going on with Reid and Karen that will come out in the next book, but this totally aggravated me. I mean, Whitney and Reid are supposed to be in a serious relationship. Reid has told Whitney he loves her, right, and Reid and this girl Karen were together two months ago. Even spent an hour together behind a locked bedroom door at party. Plus now that Reid and Whitney are supposed to be together, Reid is still flirting with her and giving her rides to school. At a party, Karen yells to Reid "Hope you don’t mind that I wore your T-shirt, Reid". And what gets me is Whitney is pissed, but she never asks him about it. Excuse me, but that’s not real for me. I think any girl would jump his butt on this. There’s no way I would be at a party and some ex-girlfriend that my boyfriend used to go with says that in front of everybody and not ask him about this girl wearing his shirt. I would definitely say: HOW THE HECK DID SHE GET YOUR SHIRT?! And then tell him to kiss my butt, good-bye. It’s been fun, BYE! Then to top it all off, every time Whitney talks to Sean, who has been her friend since grade school, Reid tells Sean not to talk to Whitney and also pushes Sean in the pool at the same party that Karen was yelling to Reid about wearing his T-shirt. Whitney said nothing about it.... nothing! I'm sorry, but this is not going to do it for me. There’s not a girl—even a girl with super-powers—that's not going to be pissed. Now with that out of my system, if the author’s intentions were to get me totally worked up over Whitney’s walk-right-over-me altitude, then she did dang good job at it, because it worked. I am.

I loved everything else about this novel. I even liked Whitney (except this one issue with her) I somewhat liked Reid, even though I see him as a jerk right know in this first book. Their super powers and being in a secret government program with the CIA, and Reid and Whitney being trained for missions I really liked with all this James Bond secret agent and the cold war. I love the nineteen eighty's music theme that is in this storyline. So yes, I would recommend Sundial as a great read, and I will read the next book in this series, mostly to see if Whitney gets a back bone with the Reid and Karen problem. The two authors are fantastic writers and I will be glad to come back and say, man they really got me with the Karen thing and it was amazing what C.F. Fruzzetti and M.I. Pearsall did with the MC’s character development.

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Oct 30, 2011 The Loopy Librarian rated it 3 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Sundial takes the reader back to the early eighties and the last vestiges of the Cold War, but it begins as a romance between two uniquely gifted and specially skilled teenagers. The book begins rather slowly. The reader is given clues that something major is going to happen and that these two teenagers, Reid and Whitney, will be important players, but the story takes its time getting there. The first 187 pages are dedicated almost exclusively to the courtship between Reid and Whitney. They spen...more

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Sep 18, 2011 Katie rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

I enjoyed every minute of this intelligent, fast-paced, plot-twisting book! Great characters, great setting (love the '80's references and the use of D.C. as a backdrop), exciting story. On a side note, I'm thrilled to see food allergy as part of a smart young adult novel; these kids have to watch what they eat, but otherwise they are teenagers who are capable and athletic and intelligent and ready to take on the world (literally!). Definitely a recommended read! Great for young adults and paren...more

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Mar 01, 2012 Sue rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

During the beginning of this book I found myself thinking that it might be more of a teenage book. I kept reading because I knew that it would become more. By a quarter of the way through, I could hardly put it down. I couldn't wait to see what would happen next. At the end I was wishing the next book in the series was out already. Unfortunately it isn't due out untill September 2012. I can't wait.

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Nov 13, 2012 Sara rated it 1 of 5 stars · review of another edition

I can't believe anybody actually liked this book. Perhaps all the five stars are from friends of the authors. The writing of this book was horrible. The storyline weird and the characters a bit unbelievable. If you can't relate to the story, or the characters, and the writing is horrible, I can't really understand how you could enjoy this novel.

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Apr 16, 2012 Carolyn rated it 4 of 5 stars · review of another edition

I really want to give this 3.5 stars because it took sooooo long to go anywhere and the end left me HANGING (and I hate that). But the writing was good, the storyline original, and bonus points were given for creating an intelligent, self-aware teenage girl. Books aimed at this demographic are sorely lacking in that department.

I am really looking forward to the next book because I know we'll get right to the meat and not have to slog through so much character development. All that said, the aut...more

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Sep 16, 2011 Deannamccullough rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Sundial is a fun and fast read with likable characters. The attraction and tension that is between Reid and Whitney engages the reader and makes you want them to succeed as a couple! This is a good read for both the teenager as well as the adult. The end is a big cliffhanger and has us waiting anxiously for the next book in the series!!!

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Sep 11, 2011 Erika rated it 4 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: read-in-2011

I loved this book!! Whitney is a fantastic down to earth character and her easy banter with Reid is phenomenal. I wish I was that witty! This book was fast paced and just when you thought nothing more could happen or occur it did. Plus the cover is gorgeous, definitely a book to add to your tbr piles.

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Nov 24, 2011 Lynn rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

This book was so well written. It left you wanting to read the next book. In the book, Whitney knows that she is different. So she learns how to deal with it and wondering if she can trust a very handsome guy, Reid. It was fun, passionate and full of mystery.

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Jul 08, 2012 Joie rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Simply fantastic! What a refreshing YA novel. There is intelligence, suspense, profound observations about life/people, in addition to the usual quirky teenage drama. Highly recommended read! Can't wait for the sequel.

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May 16, 2012 M. Lucinda rated it 2 of 5 stars · review of another edition

I didn't get very far in this book because I became too bored to even finish it by chapter 5. It didn't have enough action for me. Maybe it would have picked up later on, but I didn't think it was worth continuing reading to find out.

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Feb 05, 2012 Katherine rated it 2 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: young-adult, fantasy-romance, series-read

The writing to me seemed pretty choppy. I did like that the girl cared about herself and doesn't rush into a relationship. if you are a YA you may like this more than I did.

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Sep 10, 2012 Caitlin rated it 1 of 5 stars · review of another edition

If I hadn't been without internet in SE Asia, and thus unable to download a new book, I never would have finished this one.

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Mar 15, 2012 Maresa Ledford rated it 4 of 5 stars · review of another edition

I really liked this book. It was original and I loved the banter between the two lead characters. However, you need extensive knowledge of the pop culture of the 80's to understand their clothing choices, etc.

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Nov 30, 2012 Spiral2007 rated it 3 of 5 stars · review of another edition

this book was okay. it read a lot lighter than i expected, given the subject matter. but overall, it was okay.

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Jun 15, 2012 Ari rated it 4 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: borrowed-book, read-in-2012

Pretty good, alright it got interested at the end.. And then I find out its number one out of a series! Arg!

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