Hourglass: Die Stunde der Zeitreisenden (Hourglass, #1) by Myra McEntire

Jan 03, 2013 Judith (Judith'sChoiceReads) rated it 1 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: broads-of-the-world-united, cheesy-bad, cheesy, give-me-the-flamethrower, the-horribles, the-worst-of-friends, predictable-doesn-t-begin-to-cut-it, time-travel-ooh

WARNING: This review will not be coherent and most definitely a rage as I am pissed. That is all.

Emerson: A short poem I have composed and to be sung to the tune of ‘Georie Peorgie,’ the first half and at the second half, to ‘Humpty Dumpty’ lies below. The rest of the verse is purely improvised. Mostly.

“Emerson, Emerson, barely foot five
Tried to be spunky and made the kids cry
She terrorized the readers and made them beg, “Emerson, be gone, fowl beast! Stay away!”
Until one day she fell ~~was pushe~~

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Jo Judith,

You talk about not judging people but, and I quote, or rather, copy-paste, 'You seem like the kind of person who judges people because they hav...more Judith,

You talk about not judging people but, and I quote, or rather, copy-paste, 'You seem like the kind of person who judges people because they have different views from you, the kind of individual who thinks bullying will get people to agree with you.', so that's for judging people. I do not bully people to get my way. I simply have strong opinions and a hard shell.

I appreciate the fact that you replied to that, so thanks for that. I do know that I tend to have way, way, to much confidence, and that bleeds over into convincing people that I'm write, but, if you're like me, which I highly doubt, and feel bad for you if you are, you'll understand that it's just kind of important to get people to agree with you.

I'm the youngest of four, so I'ev kind of spent my life being ignored unless I could prove a point using logic, so I guess it could, technically, be considered bullying. I, personally, don't think of it like that. I have been ridiculed all my life, which is how I got that hard shell, and I was ridiculed because I lierally live in the library and tend to have at least four books on me at all times.

Right now, you kind of sound like my sister to me, who's always telling me to grow up. I don't mean that in any offensive way, but I just really hate it. I tend to think that whenever someone older than me is saying that, they're saying, "Be more like me." But that's just me.

I guess I just kind of - what's that word - overreacted, but I think you might have too on the review of Hourglass. You got so mad about it, like I do on some books *cough cough* the mazer runner *cough cough*, and on every mention of sexism. I'm very, very against sexism. But you get worked up. I get it.

I'm also pretty defensive of everything I think. I just feel like I can never let someone go against me, because then they win. You know that line in Les Miserables, when Javert's about to commit suicide, and he's like 'It's Valjean or Javert', that's,um, kind of me. But ya. Also, that would be pretty awkward if you haven't seen Les Miserables and I just spoiled it for you. SORRY!!!!!!!

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Aug 02, 2011 Cara rated it 3 of 5 stars · review of another edition Recommends it for: paranormal fanatics

Shelves: 2011, awesome-covers, paranormal, science-fiction, series

Yes, I was one of the people slobbering over the cover and didn't pay too much attention of what the book was really about. Then I heard two words, time travel and I had no choice but to read it of course. I'm confused with my feelings for this one. The "feelings" I have are too all over the place. I loved some of things and some things really bothered me, but I will definitely be reading the sequel Timepiece.

Emerson is a 17 year old living with her older brother and his wife. When we meet her...more Yes, I was one of the people slobbering over the cover and didn't pay too much attention of what the book was really about. Then I heard two words, time travel and I had no choice but to read it of course. I'm confused with my feelings for this one. The "feelings" I have are too all over the place. I loved some of things and some things really bothered me, but I will definitely be reading the sequel Timepiece.

Emerson is a 17 year old living with her older brother and his wife. When we meet her she is recovering from her parents’ death and her time in a mental hospital, and is grasping to find some normalcy. The problem with that is she keeps seeing beings from the past, and this is where Michael Weaver comes in. Emerson's brother, Thomas, hires Michael to help her with her problem. Soon enough Emerson learns she has a deep connection with Michael and the society he works for, called the Hourglass. That turns out know more about her than she does. Emerson feels like she can trust Michael, but then she finds out some things that cause her to ask questions. Michael is being vague and avoids answering them, and Emerson can tell something is up but she can’t tell what exactly. What she finds out is something huge and of enormous scope, which leaves her wondering if she may be in over her head.

All right so I think I can sum up with one line what irked me most about this book:

"Jumping between them was as smart as jumping in the middle of a cage match, but I did it anyways, putting a hand on each of their chests. Even in the heat of the moment I had to appreciate the muscle tone of both."

Now, I think this is the most cringe-worthy line of the book but there are lines similar to this peppered throughout, and I felt it kind of took away from the actual romance of the book. And of course more than one guy has to like her. *sigh* If you cannot stomach things like this you should probably steer clear. I'm pretty tolerant of these romances and it's clear from the beginning that they have a strong connection/attraction to each other. Another thing I have to gripe about is her brother who lets her get way with a lot. I am the oldest of my siblings and I would have no way accepted some of the things he did. I guess I'm old school that way, but you ask any responsible (keyword) older sibling and they'd probably tell you the same thing. I also felt like I was reading a magazine article at times because we are told what Emerson is wearing all the time. I don't actually need to know that much, but that may be just me.

Put aside all I said though because despite that I was really engrossed with this story. The plot moves along at a good pace and the story has an epic feel to it. The strength of the book is the time traveling and how that works. Towards the end of the book my stomach was literally in knots anticipating what was going to happen next. I am getting attached to characters and the idea of what is going to happen to each and every one of them, so the author can certainly write.

Bonus they actually mentioned empanadas in the book! Now for those of you who don't know it's a Hispanic dessert that is sooooo good, so yes it got kudo points just for that. So in conclusion if you are a huge fan of paranormal romances I suggest you move this up on your to-read list.

Later added: I switched my rating from 4 to 3 stars. I don't usually do this but I think I fell for the swept-off-my-feet-syndrome. Still entertaining but needed something a little more real for me to feel like it deserved the 4 star rating.(less)

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Dec 17, 2011 Ashelynn rated it 4 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: recommend

This review also appears on Gypsy Book Reviews.

Holy crap, I could not put down Hourglass! I downloaded the sample on my iPad and read the first three chapters twice before getting the book. (I really wanted a hardcover for this book. :P) When I started reading it, at chapter four, I got annoyed when anybody interrupted me while reading it. I was interrupted a lot because it was cleaning + moving horses day. Thus why it took me all fracking day to finish this story.

So, read Hourglass when your d...more This review also appears on Gypsy Book Reviews.

Holy crap, I could not put down Hourglass! I downloaded the sample on my iPad and read the first three chapters twice before getting the book. (I really wanted a hardcover for this book. :P) When I started reading it, at chapter four, I got annoyed when anybody interrupted me while reading it. I was interrupted a lot because it was cleaning + moving horses day. Thus why it took me all fracking day to finish this story.

So, read Hourglass when your day is free. It’s for the best.

It’s told strictly from Emerson’s point of view, and she has a great voice, but (it may just be me) I don’t think she had a southern accent. At points she did, especially in the beginning, but in the middle, she says “y’all” and I was shocked because I didn’t think Emerson would say that. Yes, she would, she’s in the south.

Sigh.

I did like that Emerson’s family was around—Thomas, her brother, and his wife Dru. Emerson’s parents died four years ago, and after a few bumps, Emerson’s back to living with her brother and sister-in-law. In most YA, the parents seem to melt away, but with Hourglass, they were present. And there were consequences for what Emerson did behind Thomas’s back.

As Rachel Hawkins says on the back of the book, there is a killer plot. And Beth Revis was right about the delicious romance. I love Michael! And yes, there is a love triangle, but it didn’t feel like one. Kaleb was awesome, and I like him too, but he didn’t get a lot of screen time like Michael did. So, it’s more like two friends liking the same girl, except the girl likes one of them more. In this case, Emerson likes Michael more. It’s quite obvious about 330 pages in. ;) Or when I said “WHY???” in a status update.

And speaking of that, those pages are very emotional. I felt like shaking the book. I would give this book five stars despite the voice problem if—if—it made me cry or sigh in relief. It didn’t, though, I still want to shake the book. Myra told me to shake it gently.

I really recommend YA lovers to pick up this book. It’s the perfect blend of science fiction and paranormal and romance. I think I’m going to ~~eat~~ read it again soon.
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Jun 28, 2011 Mariya rated it 4 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: young-adult

I could not stop reading Hourglass until I got to the last page. This book is a mix of romance, plot twists, and wicked mystery. I was so into this book I may have forgotten to go to sleep. So I stumbled upon this book and read the description and I was like what is this book about. It feel like the cover, book title, and book description is all a mystery of what the contents of this book contains. I was curious, so I had to crack open the book and once the book was open I could not close it.

Eme...more I could not stop reading Hourglass until I got to the last page. This book is a mix of romance, plot twists, and wicked mystery. I was so into this book I may have forgotten to go to sleep. So I stumbled upon this book and read the description and I was like what is this book about. It feel like the cover, book title, and book description is all a mystery of what the contents of this book contains. I was curious, so I had to crack open the book and once the book was open I could not close it.

Emerson sees spirits and her brother is very worried so then she meets Micheal who is from Hourglass who ends up helping her with this gift of hers. Emerson goes deeper into the world of Hourglass. There are other people like Emerson who have these gifts, so she is not alone. And her past may not be what it really is.

This book was quite exciting because from the beginning you want to know what the hell Hourglass is, and it's like it's kept a secret for a while and every chapter you have more and more questions. Which brings me to Micheal. SO he is Emerson's love interest and he is sweet and caring like any guy.

One annoying habit that he had that drove me crazy was that Micheal sort of tried to do what he thought was best for Emerson. If he thought something was too dangerous or if he thought he was protecting her he would do it his way without considering her feelings on the subject. Another thing is he stresses at the beginning how they can't be together and I swear I sat through the whole novel wondering why the hell not? Only to find out it was something stupid.

I thought Emerson's family, her brother Thomas and her wife, Dee. we great family. But I thought her brother was way too protective and smothering her too much. If I was Emerson I couldn't handle it. I think he is the same as Micheal in doing what he thinks is best for Emerson without her consent and even though he is her legal guardian he should give her some space.

We were introduced to some characters of the Hourglass that have some ablities like Emerson does and it was cool to meet them and I hope that we get to learn more about their ablities in the next book. Overall this was a great 2011 author debut. I enjoyed it a great deal and look forward to reading the next book in the series. You will not want to miss Hourglass. It is a must-read.

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Jun 22, 2011 Arlene rated it 2 of 5 stars · review of another edition Recommends it for: Fans of "that" book

Recommended to Arlene by: Street Corner Booker Read

Shelves: street-corner-pick, read-2011, time-travel, ya-paranormal, young-adult

This review has been hidden because it contains spoilers. To view it, click here. Rating Clarification: 2.5 Stars (closer to 2)

Well, I’m obviously in the minority when it comes to the appeal of this book. For me, Hourglass just had too many bumps in the journey to make me a fan.

The storyline felt very choppy with its constant starts and stops and I almost came close to calling it quits around mid-way through. The hardest part for me was trying to find a connection or some sort of spark between Emerson (a name I love BTW) and Michael. I just didn’t catch it at all. ^^ However...more

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Aug 05, 2011 Kristi (The Story Siren) rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Hourglass was an incredibly impressive debut.

I was captivated from the very first page. Emerson is an irresistible character, I loved everything about her. Her snark, stubbornness, selflessness.... vulnerabilities. She was a very likable character, and I don't think the story would have been that impressive without her. Her relationship with Michael was heartfelt and warm, it just felt natural, no insta-love for these two.

There were aspects of the novel that I didn't anticipate at all! And I don...more

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Jun 17, 2012 Irisheyz77 rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: arc, ya, time-travel, series, sci-fi, romance, purchased, for-review, fantasy, dual-time, debut, signed

I am a wreck. A complete and total wreck. This book has left me a jumbled mess and I spent a good 10 min willing more words to appear on the blank pages. This book is so f***ing unbelievable. Put it on your wishlist...you don't want to miss it!!! Because 5 stars isn't a high enough rating...

(full review to come)

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Jun 19, 2011 Isamlq rated it 2 of 5 stars · review of another edition

I caught myself rolling my eyes at how hot she found him. Throughout the book, Emerson could not get over how good Michael looked. She was all, “His classic looks, his lips, his clothes, even his muscles (even saying his muscles have muscles!)” So, yes, there were plenty eye roll, head-meet-table moments. Then I realized I was being too critical and actually expecting it to suck. Once I recognized these, let go of some of my expectations, things got a little better. Yes, there’s a lot of the sam...more I caught myself rolling my eyes at how hot she found him. Throughout the book, Emerson could not get over how good Michael looked. She was all, “His classic looks, his lips, his clothes, even his muscles (even saying his muscles have muscles!)” So, yes, there were plenty eye roll, head-meet-table moments. Then I realized I was being too critical and actually expecting it to suck. Once I recognized these, let go of some of my expectations, things got a little better. Yes, there’s a lot of the same old, same old in it, but two things kept me going: her family… and the hope that it wouldn’t be too YA typical.

The good things first: Her family is present. One normally reads of YA protags who feel left out and misunderstood, alone to deal with their issues (until the requisite love interest shows up to shake things up.) In Hourglass, Emerson has a loving and supportive family. With their parents dead, Thomas and Dru, his wife, are all she has. And that’s a good thing because they are there for her, while still setting down some rules for her.

Another positive was the whole seeing ghosts and time travelling thing. Or at least it could have been a good thing. Because honestly? A lot of the book was Emerson obsessing over Michael’s physical perfection. The time travel aspect just came across as to easy with the serious lack of explanation. Readers are expected to take things at face value: Em can see dead people (sort of.) Em can harness her powers. And Em can do this by following what bleep-bleep says. For a character touted to be independent and not so trusting (and she really was those things at first,) I was very surprised by how easily later on she accepted some of the explanations. Well, maybe because it’s their “electric connection,” that’s time and again, alluded to in the book.

Again, it still sadly is just another YA despite the story being “I see dead people” with the added element of time travel. Hourglass could have been so good. However, the characters weren’t developed: Emerson is not as independent or strong as I would have liked. But maybe that’s a good thing because there can only be so many “strong” characters, right? Uh. Nope, not right, at all. She came across as jealous and childish. Then Michael. He’s there, he’s hot... and Em likes him (a lot). Why? Whu...? How? Is it because he is hot, has pouty lips and muscles that have muscles that they develop a romance? I mean really?! The other characters too were not as developed; I wish their abilities were explored a little more.

Oh, and there’s also a love triangle.

If you still haven’t gotten enough of inexplicable YA romances, with characters thought to be tough and strong but are really just enamored with the physical attributes of their requisite romantic interest, this might do.

At least the ending was good. It was surprising enough to get me to want to read the next one.
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Jun 30, 2011 Imo :D (Omnom Books) rated it 4 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: psychic, ya-paranormal, ya-romance, ya

Okay, i finally got around to writing the review, hope you enjoy :D

Hourglass was a heart-stopping, adrenaline filled read that captivated me from start to finish. Though Myra Mcentire is only a debutant her work shows effortless writing and iconic wit that will make her books an insta-buy in my local store.

Ever since the horrific accident that claimed her parents, Emerson has been able to see the phantoms or ‘rips’ of those who lived before her time. After multiple stints in therapy and endless...more Okay, i finally got around to writing the review, hope you enjoy :D

Hourglass was a heart-stopping, adrenaline filled read that captivated me from start to finish. Though Myra Mcentire is only a debutant her work shows effortless writing and iconic wit that will make her books an insta-buy in my local store.

Ever since the horrific accident that claimed her parents, Emerson has been able to see the phantoms or ‘rips’ of those who lived before her time. After multiple stints in therapy and endless medication, Emerson is beginning to give up when her brother Thomas insists on meeting one last person who may be able to help: Michael.
Michael Weaver is gorgeous, smart, sympathetic, and definitely nothing like she imagined. He comes from an organisation called the Hourglass, but his distinct evasiveness stirs an unease in Emerson as she is plunged deeper into the world of psychic abilities and the people who harness them. She’s sure things can’t get any stranger when suddenly Michael asks of her the seemingly impossible: her help in the prevention of someone’s murder. The only problem is that the murder has already happened: six months before.

Emerson is the kind of heroine most authors would dream of writing about: strong, sassy, and able to flip a guy on his ass without chipping a single nail. She’s a fighter, a loyal and honest friend, and someone who takes what life gives her and lives to the fullest. Her smart ass comments had me cracking up and her ‘edit button’ is something I can relate to. In fact, the dialogue in this book is probably the best bit, and Mcentire’s writing is completely her own. The idea for a time slip/travel based plot is not unheard of, but the author puts it in a unique twist that appeals to all readers, not just the young’uns. The secondary characters were also rewarding in their own way, each padding out the nooks and crannies in this novel and making it more real.

And what kind of review would this be if I didn’t talk about the boys. And god, are there boys. Two, in fact, but don’t panic just yet, a love triangle does not seem to be occurring in the distant future. Emerson’s focus is solely on Michael, and who could blame her? Both Michael and Kaleb bring in that special something, adding tension and emotions that would otherwise be lacking. Whilst Michael and Emerson are ‘the thing’ in Hourglass, I honestly can’t say which guy was my favourite. Kaleb may be a player, but damn, he’s a hot one.
The romance in the book was definitely satisfying, add in some sizzling tension and steamy kisses, and, well, you have yourself a winner.

Breaking away from that topic though, as hard as it may be, the actual plot of Hourglass is not deficient in any department and delivers exactly what it promises. This may not be a proper ghost story, but the introduction of Emerson’s powers and how they can be used is intriguing, almost as much as the ‘who dunnit’ mystery and the big betrayal at the end. Yes, there is action, yes there are explosions (thank god), but this is the kind of book I hang out for when stalking Goodreads and other blogs.

Hourglass is a fantastic mix of sci-fi, paranormal, and romance. The plot is packed with twists that will throw you off balance and I found myself turning the pages like a woman possessed. Myra Mcentire is to be thoroughly congratulated on all that she has achieved in her debut novel, and I have now found that there is a sequel I can want as much as Spell Bound (Hex Hall #3), dang, Ms. Hawkins, what a cliff hanger!(Sorry, getting a bit carried away there…) Anyways, buy it buy it buy it! You’ll be sure to love it as much as I do.(less)

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Jun 28, 2011 Amy rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: 104-in-2011, ya-favs

This book was like Back to the Future meets Twilight meets X-Men. Loved it!! Full review to come soon!

Full review added 6/28/11. See my blog www.fictitiousdelicious.com !

I love storylines that are new and different, not to mention AMAZING, and HOURGLASS definitely fits into those categories! This book was at once fun, captivating, romantic, suspenseful, and hilarious. I love, love LOVE Emerson. I love that she can kick butt, I love her awesome ability (and the fact that it scares the crap out of...more

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May 09, 2011 Ta§chima Cullen rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: books-i-own, 5-star-shelf

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This book rocked. That is it. If you have eyes read it. If you cant read get someone to read it for you because you just don't want to let this one pass you by. I love it. Period. The main character is on the Kick Ass Chicks League accompanied by ladies non other than Katniss Everdeen (Hunger Games), Rose Hathaway (Vampire Academy), and Cat (The Night Huntress Series). She is quick, she is witty, she is phenomenal. Even if the entire plot were to suck (...more You can find more reviews @BloodyBookaholic

This book rocked. That is it. If you have eyes read it. If you cant read get someone to read it for you because you just don't want to let this one pass you by. I love it. Period. The main character is on the Kick Ass Chicks League accompanied by ladies non other than Katniss Everdeen (Hunger Games), Rose Hathaway (Vampire Academy), and Cat (The Night Huntress Series). She is quick, she is witty, she is phenomenal. Even if the entire plot were to suck (which it didn't) I would still read it because of her. That's how serious I'm about this girl. Shes got spunk!

Em is a girl with problems. The thing is she sees ghosts, or that is what she believes she sees. I mean when you see a flapper girl walk past you in a hallway you do a double take, when you touch her and she disappears you just go mental. Which Em did actually, she went mental. But not because of her ability alone (although that sure helped a bit). After her parents died she went into a deep depression that swallowed her whole. But now she is recovered, sort of, and she is going to go back to live with her dear brother, and guardian, which by the by knows about her secret. He tries to get her help when he finds out about this mysterious society called The Hourglass, little did the brother know that by contacting them he was setting a billion things in motion.

And so it begins. As you already realized by now I loved the main character (which is ALWAYS a good thing) but there is more to the book than just the main girl. There is also the plot, which in here is very original and entertaining. The book and the friendships that evolve in the book made me feel comfortable, like I could have stayed longer and read even more. Which I was willing but the damn book is only 300 something pages long. Anyways, the romance part of the book doesn't over cloud anything but it's rather well balanced. I had my doubts about the main lover, because his best friend was just so darn attractive also. They are both good characters, and you should totally get to know them.

My favorite books of all time have a good plot sure, but they have even greater characters. I mean a plot can be great but if you dislike the person telling the story you are just going to shut the book then and there. This book it's totally going into my top 2011 reads list. You should read it once it comes out, it wont disappoint!(less)

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Jul 11, 2011 Nic rated it 4 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: 2011, scb-read, paranormal-supernatural-world, romance-awww, read-in-2011

Favourite quote: "Most of what I say is complete truth. My edit button is broken."

I was excited to read Hourglass. I mean how could you not be with such an intriguing synopsis and gorgeous cover. And while I ended up really enjoying Hourglass I did struggled at the beginning.

The start was a bit slow for me. It lacked that something special that makes you get caught up in the story and care about what is happening. But half way through things changed and there was action, plot twists and chemis...more

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Apr 23, 2012 Crystal Posey rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: 2011, favorites

This is by far the greatest and most clever young adult book I have ever read.

I purchased the HOURGLASS ebook, because I couldn't get to the book store this morning. My husband said, "Fine, but please don't turn around and buy the hardback next week." I wasn't sure at the time. I told him we'd see. He rolled his eyes.

See, I have a thing for owning the actual books, but I can't own them all. Not until I'm rich, which I WILL be one day. Until then, ebooks are great for feeding my expensive reading...more

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Aug 09, 2010 Victoria Schwab rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Review to come, but oh my can Myra write.

I have said and will say, I always want to be friends with her characters. Add to that the positively YUMMY boys, and a killer plot, and you have a WINNER.

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Jun 17, 2011 Joy (joyous reads) rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: own, favourites

This book took my breath away; from the very first page of being introduced to Emerson (love that name, btw!) to the very last page of the very last chapter. I really thought this was just another time traveling tale but it turned out to be a lot more (think about a bunch of kids with powers and ability to time travel).

Now, time traveling stories are hit and miss with me. You can't be too scientific or you'll lose me entirely. And though I couldn't quite make the connection with genetics and tim...more This book took my breath away; from the very first page of being introduced to Emerson (love that name, btw!) to the very last page of the very last chapter. I really thought this was just another time traveling tale but it turned out to be a lot more (think about a bunch of kids with powers and ability to time travel).

Now, time traveling stories are hit and miss with me. You can't be too scientific or you'll lose me entirely. And though I couldn't quite make the connection with genetics and time/space continuum, most of the 'jumping' aspect of this book was explained quite simply enough that my simple mind could follow. I got confused with the part where everyone (Em, Michael, "two other people" <--spoiler! sorry) were trying to change each other's past. But trust me, it was explained plainly--my brain is just slow when it comes to these things! Lol.

There's a love triangle in this book. Wait! Hold your groans! I've got to say that I've never, ever, ever read a love triangle where I was going either way. Michael or Kaleb? Kaleb or Michael? It didn't make a difference. I was cheering for the both of them. They were both deliciously hot! You'll just have to read to find out who Emerson ended up with. But this is just the first book soooooo...who knows? :)

Emerson. What can I say about her? She shares my passion with coffee. Hah!

She's cracked, broken, in pieces but not emo. Far from it, actually. For someone who had gone through the horrific memories of her parents' deaths and being committed and medicated, I have to say that, girlie sure was well adjusted. I really enjoyed reading Emerson. She's a sprite who can throw Michael over her shoulder in one breath and serve espresso in heels in another. She can actually put up seeing 'ghosts' without resorting back to mind numbing pills and help an 'empath' deal with the cascade of emotions that threatened to bring the white-coated men with strait jackets!

So often, we read a lot of missing parents syndromes in this genre but I'm glad this actually strayed away from that. Sure her parents were dead, but her support system was almost perfectly normal. I really loved her relationship with Thomas, her brother and Dru, her sister in law. She got grounded, scolded like a normal seventeen year-old would and the ridiculous security/camera all over the house was just...well, ridiculous. :) Oh! and her best friend Lily...I'm severely curious about her and hoping that she'll end up with "the person Emerson did not end up with" (<--spoiler! again).

I really, really, really, loved this book! *Shelves it into favourites*

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Jun 13, 2011 Christie rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition Recommends it for: Fans of shows like Heroes

Shelves: vine, read-in-2011, favorites

Emerson Cole began to see people that weren't actually there right before her parents passed away. Relying heavily on the ghostly visitors attire to discern if they were real or an unwelcome "blast from the past". Emerson's condition caused numerous embarrassing situations, as well as her eventual admittance to a mental hospital.

The Emerson we meet in Hourglass has come a long way since she was a ghost seeing patient at the local loony bin. She seems like any other teen girl, but really she has...more Emerson Cole began to see people that weren't actually there right before her parents passed away. Relying heavily on the ghostly visitors attire to discern if they were real or an unwelcome "blast from the past". Emerson's condition caused numerous embarrassing situations, as well as her eventual admittance to a mental hospital.

The Emerson we meet in Hourglass has come a long way since she was a ghost seeing patient at the local loony bin. She seems like any other teen girl, but really she has just learned to keep her visitors a secret from her family and friends. She lives with her brother and his wife who both seem to easily accept Emerson's affliction. Even going so far as to recruit people claiming they can help her, but unfortunately they are just frauds. Then Em's brother hires Michael who works for the secretive organization called The Hourglass. Emerson feels like she finally found someone who can truly understand and help her. What Michael eventually reveals Em never saw coming.

I have to start by saying this is NOT a ghost story. I've seen it referred to as a "time slip" novel. Call it what you want, but what this book should be called is full of awesome! I was craving something unique and different. Hourglass fit the bill perfectly. Having had bad luck with other time travel novels, I was worried I wouldn't be able to get into this one. Not the case at all. I grieved for this book when I finished the last page. It was that good!

What debut author, Myra McEntire, brings to the YA genre is truly refreshing. Protag Emerson is just amazing. She is 100% smart ass with some of the best dialogue I've ever seen grace the pages of a book. I loved her moxie, and her ability to kick some serious ass. Em is just the beginning of what I loved about Hourglass. This book starred such an array of well-developed characters and relationships. Even though I loved all the amazing characters, the aspect I appreciated most about this book was the dialogue. This author has a writing style that is uniquely her own. I can't even think of an author who is similar. It gives her a definite edge that makes her writing stand out among other authors in this genre. AND it isn't dumb downed! I can definitely see this series appealing to teen and adult readers alike.

Now I can't review this book without talking boys. There are two serious hotties in Em's world. Michael and Kaleb. Oh boy, oh boy, oh boy! I don't even know where to begin. They both bring something special to the table. I'd be hard pressed to choose a favorite. For the reader who is anti love triangle, please don't let the mention of two boys scare you off. This book doesn't go the expected route when it comes to the romantic relationships. Yet another reason I love this book! The angst was practically nonexistent.

Hourglass is a delicious mix of romantic and sci-fi elements. The plot was fast paced and packed with twists and turns. The dialogue was witty and smart. Talk about a page-turner! I am madly in love with everything this author has created. I don't think a series, let alone author debut, has ever impressed me more. Only complaint is the next book in this series won't be out for an entire year :( I will be anxiously awaiting more of Emerson's story!(less)

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May 16, 2011 April rated it 4 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: ya, paranormal, sci-fi, for-review

Hourglass by Myra McEntire is hefty, not gonna lie, you could smack someone with it and do some serious damage, however, it is totally engaging! You see, main lady Emerson Cole sees iterations of people from the past. This is a problem for Emerson, as no else can see these people, so she’s not sure if they are real or not. (Also upon reading those last three words, did you automatically think Mockingjay?!) Her brother/guardian Thomas hires a lot of loonies to try and help Em, but none of them se...more

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Apr 14, 2011 Julie rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: 2011-debuts, arc, for-review, on-my-shelf, favorites, reviewed, finished-copies

10 stars? Maybe 20 stars?

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Nov 20, 2011 Demonic Circus Princess rated it 3 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: beautiful-cover, better-than-expected, doesn-t-entirely-make-sense, kick-ass-heroine, originality, reminds-me-of-someone-i-know

In some weird, twisted way, I actually kind of liked this book.

Everyone seems to be complaining about Emerson. Honestly, I don't see all that much wrong with her, besides the fact that she wants to cheat on Micheal the second Kaleb touches her. In fact, Emerson actually amused me. You have to be pretty awesome (and skilled) to flip a grown man over your shoulder. God knows I was terrible at Karate.

Seriously, how the hell do they do that?

Anyway, the person I hate most in this book is Micheal, no...more

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Sep 10, 2011 Kelly Leigh rated it 3 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: mystery-thriller, contemporary-fantasy, young-adult, x-men-esque

3.5 twinkly stars
While I did enjoy Hourglass, my "being hooked on the story" status briefly came to a screeching halt when (view spoiler). I'm not sure why that was necessary for this tale, but once I shook off the why is that?, what just happened?, I jumped back into the story.

Hourglass is classified as myster...more

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Jun 26, 2012 Mandee rated it 1 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: egmont, ya-lit, i-have-a-copy, paranormal, annoying-main-character, eye-roller, usa, the-worst

Emerson Cole is seventeen years old and lives in Ivy Springs, Tennessee with her older brother, Thomas, and his wife, Dru. At at age thirteen she started seeing ghosts and not long after that her parents died in an accident. Since then she's tried everything from medication to hospital to getting away to boarding school and while some of them helped, Emerson is sick of seeing ghosts and wants more of a normal life. She returns home to finish her last year of school and Thomas introduces her to M...more Emerson Cole is seventeen years old and lives in Ivy Springs, Tennessee with her older brother, Thomas, and his wife, Dru. At at age thirteen she started seeing ghosts and not long after that her parents died in an accident. Since then she's tried everything from medication to hospital to getting away to boarding school and while some of them helped, Emerson is sick of seeing ghosts and wants more of a normal life. She returns home to finish her last year of school and Thomas introduces her to Michael, another person he's hired to try and help her. But Michael isn't like all the other people claiming to have magical powers, he's a consultant for the Hourglass and he seems to understand exactly what she's going through.

I purchased Hourglass after I requested the second book in the series, Timepiece, on Netgalley. I didn't know a lot about it but I definitely remembered the cover and while I love the covers for both books, I've now realised they don't have a lot to do with the story but they are memorable.

Emerson is a girl who's used to taking care of herself. She felt guilty after her parents died as she was meant to be in the bus with them and she allowed herself to be so medicated that she lost track of the days and her own thoughts. She's learnt karate and doesn't let her small size get in the way of doing whatever she wants. She's quite confident, I'd even say overconfident, but she seems to have her heart in the right place. Seeing ghosts everywhere and never knowing if she's talking to a real person or a dead one must have been difficult , especially at such a young age and she does seem to have an attitude about it, often referring to herself as crazy and not normal.

Enter Michael, he's a bit older than she is and there's an instant spark between them. I probably shouldn't have used the word spark because the story is rife with descriptions of the electricity that develops between them and I don't mean figuratively, I mean literally. He's good looking, clever, speaks Italian and has been seeing rips since he was a child, rips being the nickname for time ripples, the ghosts that Emerson has also been seeing. Apparently it's due to a gene that some people have, the gene also allows them to travel through time.

Some of the plot was confusing, I'm not a huge sci-fi fan and I don't think you need to be one to read this, but it was definitely different from what I usually read. I found the pacing wasn't too slow or too fast, it meandered along and there was a lot of back and forth with not a lot happening until the very end of the story. The descriptions of Michael's appearance and the electricity between him and Emerson was also very repetitive.

The final negative aspect for me was the introduction of a love triangle once Emerson meets Kaleb, a so-called bad boy. I never really felt like Emerson was going to choose him and part of me felt a bit sorry for her as she's spent the last four years putting up a wall between herself and everyone else and then suddenly there are two guys who are into her, I don't blame her for being flattered and confused. But I didn't understand Kaleb's instant attraction to her, she listens to him talk once and bam, he's in love (lust) with her.

Overall I thought this was a good read with an interesting concept and I know fans of paranormal YA will enjoy it.
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Nov 30, 2011 Jacqueline rated it 3 of 5 stars · review of another edition

2.5 stars... But I'll be nice and pit 3!

I was really looking forward to this one due to all the wonderful reviews, but unfortunately I was really let down.

Where to even begin? This book was an absolute mess! I have read some pretty crappy books that have better organization then this. It was really cliche, and straight out boring. There was a part in the beginning that reminded me of "The Timetravelers Wife" where they meet before they really meet... confusing I know, but other than that it jus...more

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Jun 20, 2011 Mundie Moms & Mundie Kids rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: 2011-debut-authors, 2010-100-book-challenge, mundie-moms-reviews, 2011-release, 2011-100-book-challenge, arcs-i-own, books-i-own, bound-manuscript

I absolutely love this mix of southern hospitality, snark, romance, plot twists, and mystery. Hourglass's fresh voice adds something new to the YA/Paranormal genre. I WANT MORE!
*review to come*

Full review- 6/20/11

What a fabulous debut! I absolutely love this mix of southern hospitality, snark, romance, plot twists, and mystery. Hourglass's fresh paranormal voice adds something new to the YA genre and left me wanting more.

I enjoyed getting to know each of Hourglass's characters, especially the ma...more I absolutely love this mix of southern hospitality, snark, romance, plot twists, and mystery. Hourglass's fresh voice adds something new to the YA/Paranormal genre. I WANT MORE!
*review to come*

Full review- 6/20/11

What a fabulous debut! I absolutely love this mix of southern hospitality, snark, romance, plot twists, and mystery. Hourglass's fresh paranormal voice adds something new to the YA genre and left me wanting more.

I enjoyed getting to know each of Hourglass's characters, especially the main character Emerson. She's broken, but in a different way. Having dwelt with tragedy before and having an awesome paranormal ability has taught her to be a fighter. She's strong and isn't afraid to say what she's thinking and will go after anything she sets her mind to. Not to mention she's a relatable teenage girl and one of things I admire about her is how honest she is with herself. Plus anyone who says buttered biscuits and honey gets props in my book. I loved getting to meet Michael and Kaleb, and can I just say how much I loved the way Myra wrote the chemistry between Emerson and these two, especially with Michael. I'm a sucker for a well written love triangle, though this really isn't a love triangle per se.

One of the things I really liked about the romance in the story is that it's not a love at first site kind, but one with an undeniable connection. I felt that made the love story much more relatable and realistic. My inner teenage self had a few nice laughs at the way Emerson describes the two hotties, Michael and Kaleb. My favorite of the two is of course the broken boy Kaleb. There's so much more to him than what he wants people to see, and I loved how careful and sweet he is with Emerson. Plus these two provided the right amount of humor to the story. What I enjoyed the most about the characters is how Myra allowed me to get to know them, but didn't overly reveal everything about them, which makes me even more drawn to them.

I absolutely loved the way in which Myra combined paranormal and history into her story. I'm a huge paranormal fan and I love the different paranormal abilities characters have and the way Myra created the ability for some of them to time travel. I'm also a huge history fan and I really enjoyed the way in which Myra ties the ghosts Emerson can see into some of the more historical places in the story's TN setting, that Emerson's brother Thomas restores. Hourglass is a captivating story and I loved how every detail, big or small all ties into the story, either with the characters, the setting or the plot itself.

Hourglass is a fabulous debut that not only has a fresh voice, but it's an engaging, fast paced, fun read. It's one of those books that no matter how many times I read (3 times so far) I fall in love with it all over again. If you're looking for a unique paranormal mixed with time travel, ghosts, betrayal, lots of romance, engaging mystery, exciting plot twists, wonderful characters and a great setting, than I highly recommend picking up Hourglass. It's one of those books that you'll sit down to read and before you're know you'll be sucked into into the story. I'm really looking forward to what happens next and I can't wait to get my hands on the sequel when it's released next year.(less)

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Jun 26, 2011 Jodi Meadows rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: books-i-love-beyond-reason

I shamelessly traded a pair of fingerless mitts for this ARC, and I'm really, really glad I did.

Here's a secret: I think about time travel a lot. Probably more than the average girl. (Probably not as much as Myra or her characters.) When it comes to time travel in books and movies, I can drive myself insane finding paradoxes and getting annoyed by characters who don't consider the consequences of their actions or use their ability to its potential.

Not so with HOURGLASS.

HOURGLASS fully lived up...more

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Feb 02, 2012 Lena ♫ ♪ rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: 2011-release, arcs, 2011-debut-authors-challenge

When I first started reading for pleasure again, one of the first books I picked up was The Time Traveler's Wife. I easily fell in love with the writing, the romance, the heartache and the characters. Since then, I've been looking for a book that not only captures my heart the way The Time Traveler's Wife did, but also hooks me into the story line. Well folks, I think I found that book. Hourglass is a sensational debut novel that trapped me into the story within the first few pages.

I adored Emer...more When I first started reading for pleasure again, one of the first books I picked up was The Time Traveler's Wife. I easily fell in love with the writing, the romance, the heartache and the characters. Since then, I've been looking for a book that not only captures my heart the way The Time Traveler's Wife did, but also hooks me into the story line. Well folks, I think I found that book. Hourglass is a sensational debut novel that trapped me into the story within the first few pages.

I adored Emerson and truly had a soft spot for her. She's so strong, but has this softness to her that can only come from someone who has lost so much. The mystery behind why she sees ripples intrigued me and drew me furthur into the story. I also loved the relationship she had with her brother, Thomas, and his wife Dru. So many stories nowadays put their main character in these tragic, horrific living conditions with even worst parenting. While the death of Emerson's parents is incredibly heart breaking, I'm glad she still had her brother and his sweet, kind wife to help guide her through life. Oh, and her bff Lily. She was a saint!

Then, there's the love interest (since I'm a boy crazy book whore). Michael is not only gorgeous, but also charismatic, brave and just a doll. The chemistry between Michael and Emerson is undeniable, however, the forbidden aspect of their relationship became so infuriating, I just wanted to throw my book against the wall. Since Michael is hired by Emerson's brother as her consultant, they have a strictly professional relationship, though clearly, they both want something more. Much more. Needless to say, Michael will have you swooning one minute and frustrated the next. A nice little combination, if you ask me.

There's also the added bonus of why Michael is being so secretive about the Hourglass and then, what is really going on behind the scenes. Time traveling is just a perk. There's a lot more going on, and I can't tell you without being spoilery, but it is GOOD!

Hourglass offers readers so much more than just a romantic book with a nice little twist. There's mysery, intrigue, danger, suspense, jaw dropping secrets, and so much heartache, you'll think your heart burst into flames. At times, the story felt a little drawn out, but the details and emotions the author puts into her debut novel made it very much worth while. I ate up Hourglass and demand seconds. It's probably one of my favorite debuts yet! I really hope there's a sequel because I can't stand the idea of the story ending at just this. Bravo to Myra McEntire. You wrote a fantabulous novel, and I'm dying to know what comes next! (less)

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Feb 27, 2011 YA Reads Book Reviews rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: kiona

Originally featured on yareads.com, reviewed by Kiona

This book blew me away – probably because I wasn’t expecting to fall so thoroughly in love with it. I went in thinking it was a ghost story, due to the summary on the back cover, but I was completely wrong. It’s a fantastic blend of paranormal and science fiction, at times reminding me of elements of Harry Potter and X-Men, both of which I love. Hourglass has so many great twists, some I saw coming and some that completely blind-sided me in th...more Originally featured on yareads.com, reviewed by Kiona

This book blew me away – probably because I wasn’t expecting to fall so thoroughly in love with it. I went in thinking it was a ghost story, due to the summary on the back cover, but I was completely wrong. It’s a fantastic blend of paranormal and science fiction, at times reminding me of elements of Harry Potter and X-Men, both of which I love. Hourglass has so many great twists, some I saw coming and some that completely blind-sided me in the best possible way. This excellently crafted book is well-organized and completely absorbing, one of those I-really-shouldn’t-stay-up-until-2-because-I-have-class-in-the-morning-but-I-can’t-stop books.

But let me backtrack for a minute. Hourglass tells the story of Emerson Cole, a teenage girl who began seeing what she believes to be ghosts shortly before her parents died in a horrific accident. Since then, Emerson has spent her time at mental institutions and boarding school. But when her scholarship is pulled, she is forced to move back home with her brother and his wife. She has only one friend at home, Lily, who has stuck by Emerson throughout her entire ordeal. And then Emerson meets Michael – the handsome consultant her brother has hired – and he turns her world upside down.

The first thing I like about Hourglass was that Emerson confides in her brother and he actively tries to help her. There are so many books where the protagonist feels like they have to hide their “dark secret” because no one could ever possibly understand them. I just want to shake those protagonists and tell them to give their friends and family a little more credit. Of course, Emerson does spend some time in an asylum, but that’s realistic; she’s able to handle that and come out even stronger. Her brother, Thomas, is a wonderful character. He looks out for Emerson, doesn’t think she’s crazy, and continuously tries to help her. He’s also the perfect mix of cool-older-brother and authoritarian. I love his relationship with Emerson and even his rules regarding Michael. It’s easy to see how much he cares about his sister and how seriously he takes her predicament.

Emerson. One of my favorite protagonists. First of all, she has a great name (and I’m not just saying that because I go to Emerson College). She is one of the most three-dimensional characters I’ve seen in awhile. Her biting sarcasm is consistently hilarious; she can take care of herself, due to martial arts lessons; she doesn’t let anyone tell her what to do and only opens up to those she truly trusts; she gets jealous easily, is willing to put others before herself, and occasionally breaks all the rules. She has such a traumatic past and though she certainly draws strength from it, her past is also a source of pain and confusion; she hasn’t completely healed. In fact, by the end of the book she’s even further from healing than the beginning, which just allows the possibility for more growth.

I love the whole science fiction aspect of this book. The idea behind the Hourglass is so innovative and I was dying to know what it was from the beginning. Each character – especially members of the Hourglass – is fleshed out and serves a purpose. Myra McEntire is clearly a master at weaving intricate plots. She includes all the elements of great story-telling, including realistic characters with depth, witty dialogue, suspense, foreshadowing, and sizzling romance. Emerson’s emotions are so strongly conveyed that I felt them right along with her: her suspicion regarding Michael, confusion over Kaleb, anger at Ava, and love for Thomas and Dru. I like that Emerson doesn’t trust people easily. She has no reason to. So when certain characters finally gain Emerson’s trust, they also gained mine, which means I was just as shocked as Emerson by some of the final twists of Hourglass.

This book literally has everything and I really hope I won’t have to wait forever for a sequel. The ending is left open and there are so many questions I still have about this world and the characters. Hourglass is sure to be a hit in the YA scene and I look forward to seeing it receive the recognition it deserves.(less)

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Jun 13, 2012 Carey rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: time-travel, multiple-reads

This was an amazing book. I loved Emerson's sarcastic personality. Her abilities, and the abilities of those in the Hourglass, were so interesting. There were twists that I was totally not expecting. This will definitely be re-read in the future.

And...as of June 13th, 2012 it has been re-read. Just as awesome as the first time. So glad I read it again...I kinda forgot some of the story until I got started again.

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Feb 16, 2012 Maru rated it 2 of 5 stars · review of another edition Recommends it for: people who don't mind the LTD (love triangle disease)

Shelves: love-triangle-disease, reviewed, characters-i-hate

Rating: 2 STARS

I had high hopes for Hourglass because of some good reviews I read, but they did not meet my expectations. In a few lines, Hourglass is about Emerson a girl who sees ghosts and thinks she's going crazy. Thankfully, her brother contacts Michael, who works for an organization called The Hourglass, and says he can help. Michael knows there is more to Emerson's "gift" of seeing ghosts, and so we get into an entertaining story of supernatural abilities regarding bending time, and a que...more

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Jun 25, 2011 Jane rated it 2 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: why-did-i-read-this

Huge disappointment. After reading so many glowing reviews, I was really excited about this book, only to find that it's nothing new or special. We have our standard YA love triangle with, of course, two incredibly hot guys, our spunky yet incredibly annoying female lead with her very own tragic past, and predictable plotline. Honestly, I had to put the book down after every few chapters because I was getting so frustrated.

I have to admit, the story did have some good points to it. The whole ti...more Huge disappointment. After reading so many glowing reviews, I was really excited about this book, only to find that it's nothing new or special. We have our standard YA love triangle with, of course, two incredibly hot guys, our spunky yet incredibly annoying female lead with her very own tragic past, and predictable plotline. Honestly, I had to put the book down after every few chapters because I was getting so frustrated.

I have to admit, the story did have some good points to it. The whole time travel was actually really interesting, in fact it might have been the best part of the whole book, which makes me wish the author had delved deeper into it. I also liked the fact that Emerson's brother and sister-in-law were very much involved in her life and actually cared about her well-being.

Now onto the negative stuff. The thing that bothered me the most was the pacing. Nothing happens until the last few chapters. Nothing, and I kid you not. It's two hundred pages of Emerson describing Michael's uberhotness, his muscles, his pouty lips, and how gorgeous he is. Oh, and of course, he drives expensive cars and speaks Italian! Basically, the majority of the book is a description of Emerson gaping at Michael's beauty and thinking of Michael's beauty. We get it! He's hot! I kept wishing something would happen, or maybe the author would use this time to develop Emerson and Michael's relationship. Michael never appealed to me as a likable character. For some reason, the way he talks seems stilted and forced. (This is a minor thing, but did anyone else notice how many times the author had to describe Emerson blushing? I don't know why this bothered me so much, there are just other ways to describe embarrassment.) Anyway, Emerson and Michael don't really talk much, or know much about each other, but at the end of the book, poof! they are completely in love. And the author's way of showing this? Lightbulbs burst when they kiss. Seriously?

And then we have the love triangle. Why is this a necessary part of YA plots? It doesn't contribute anything to the story. However, I must say Kaleb appealed to me more as a potential love interest for Emerson. He was relatable, funny, and sweet, while Michael was just irritating, patronizing, and distant. And I also didn't understand Ava's inclusion into this little triangle. Her part was completely unnecessary- it was obvious to anyone with a working mind that she and Michael had nothing going on between them.

I'm guessing this book is the first of a series, but I wish the author had tied up her loose ends. For example, the introduction of Lily's gift, which is actually a really interesting one. She just put it out there and then ceased to develop it more.

All in all, this wasn't a completely terrible book, but it was a huge letdown. Characters were one-dimensional, the pacing was unbearably slow, and McEntire's writing style was boring. Hourglass just failed to engross me in its story.(less)

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Jul 08, 2011 Damaris (GoodChoiceReading) rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Hourglass to me was one of those books you keep looking at and saying you're going to read it, but never get to it. And once you do you ask yourself "why the heck did I wait so long to read it?" I loved it!

In the very beginning I didn't think that I would love Hourglass because I was a little annoyed with the main character Emerson. I felt she was very immature and I thought for sure I wasn't going to like her. But somewhere down the line in the book she matures, a lot. Emerson had a very hard t...more Hourglass to me was one of those books you keep looking at and saying you're going to read it, but never get to it. And once you do you ask yourself "why the heck did I wait so long to read it?" I loved it!

In the very beginning I didn't think that I would love Hourglass because I was a little annoyed with the main character Emerson. I felt she was very immature and I thought for sure I wasn't going to like her. But somewhere down the line in the book she matures, a lot. Emerson had a very hard time with her visions and didn't understand why it was happening to her. She meets Michael, the guy her brother hired to help her, and Michael introduces Emerson to a whole new world. She gets all of her answers and more. Their romance also made me laugh a couple of times. It was one of those relationships where there is just so much chemistry in the air between the two, but they spend most of their day picking on each other and denying there are any feelings for each other. Emerson had a smart mouth and every time Michael would throw something at her, she had a something smart to throw right back at him. It was hilarious!

Though Hourglass can be predictable at times, there was one part that just broke my heart. Emerson’s heart was finally beginning to heal and she was learning to accept that this was her life, and then BOOM! She gets her heart shattered again. And like I said, even though it was predictable, what she does next to change everything was just worth it. I really liked it!

Overall, I think Myra McEntire did an excellent job with the world she created and also with explaining how time traveling works for Emerson. I thought I would be lost and have a hard time understanding exactly how it works, but I wasn’t one bit. Besides the little things I mentioned above that annoyed me, I still give Hourglass FIVE stars and highly recommend it. Michael is just swoon worthy and the middle to end was just O-M-G good. There is also a super-hot make out scene that will give you goose bumps. I loved Hourglass and I can't wait to read whats to come next. A MUST READ!

5 out of 5 Stars!(less)

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