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Creatura (Creatura, #1)

Nely Cab

Start date: March 1, 2012

Finish date: March 31, 2012

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Mar 12, 2012 Nesa rated it did not like it

Shelves: ya, paranormal-romance, reads-2012, rgv-book-junkie

This review must begin with a tip of the hat to all the authors that are able to capture the worlds that exist in their heads and share it with us. Without these creative, imaginative people my world would be a dull one indeed. As one might deduce, I respect authors and therefore really hate giving out bad reviews. I am compelled however to give an honest (and probably brutal one) for Creatura. I was really looking forward to reading this story and judging by all the positive reviews I thought I This review must begin with a tip of the hat to all the authors that are able to capture the worlds that exist in their heads and share it with us. Without these creative, imaginative people my world would be a dull one indeed. As one might deduce, I respect authors and therefore really hate giving out bad reviews. I am compelled however to give an honest (and probably brutal one) for Creatura. I was really looking forward to reading this story and judging by all the positive reviews I thought I was in for a wonderful read. (I wasn't)

I really struggled through this book- truly, considered putting it down after Chapter 3. The concept, although not original, is something I thoroughly enjoy re-reading time and time again. I truly wanted to adore this book. Because:
1. I'm a sucker for a Beauty and the Beast storyline.
2. I enjoy the reimagining of Creation stories, especially when there is a love story and a Pantheon involved.
But probably, the most compeling reason I went into this story with high hopes, is that,
3. Ms. Cab is from my neck of the woods and is a representative of my Latina community, which-in my not so humble opinion- is sorely underrepresented in the publishing world.
Sadly, even with all of these factors in play, the book fell short of even being a mediocre read.

I think that the problem was that the concept was a little bit too big for a novice writer. While reading it, you get the sense that there this really wonderful story underneath the rubbish dialogue, but it never emerges. And the dialogue, I think, might be what kills the story. The author tries to weave vernacular language with $5 words and phrases. It doesn’t work. The author needs to stick with one, and run with it. Are you cool and like, totally able to relate to a YA audience or are you a high-browed elitist who prefers to use words like matriculate.

Then there's the characters. :-(

Isis, the main character is the proverbial flip-flopper. "OMG, I <3 him." "Ugh, he's so not the one for me." "He's going to be the perfect husband,sigh. "Get married?!?! I'm 17 I can't get married! I need to live my life."

David, the lead male, is too perfect for words. Except when he's kidnapping our heroine, squeezing the life out of her- "Oops, I forgot what a delicate thing you are, my mortal love." Otherwise he’s the perfect tween hero, who writes sappy poetry that sets hearts a flutter.

The parents, the brothers, the friends…ugh, I don't think I can go on, but I think my point has been made.

I don't like to tell people not to read a book, because tastes differ BUT I will tell you not to spend any money on this book. Borrow it from your public library, borrow it from a friend, you and your wallet will surely thank me in the long run.
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Aug 05, 2011 Marisol rated it it was amazing

I heard about this book through a book blogger. What interested me at first was that the author is from a city that is only 15 minutes away from my hometown. Therefore, I wanted to support local authors and purchased the book. After receiving it, the blurb on the back of the book left me intrigued and with the need to want to understand how one can be both more than human and less than human. So I started reading.

The plot is interesting and unique. Seventeen year old Isis Martin is unable to sle I heard about this book through a book blogger. What interested me at first was that the author is from a city that is only 15 minutes away from my hometown. Therefore, I wanted to support local authors and purchased the book. After receiving it, the blurb on the back of the book left me intrigued and with the need to want to understand how one can be both more than human and less than human. So I started reading.

The plot is interesting and unique. Seventeen year old Isis Martin is unable to sleep due to the nightmares she experiences. While sleeping, she dares the boy from her dreams, David Chios, to prove that he is real. Little does she know that the boy from her dreams eventually becomes the boy every girl, including herself, dreams of. Eventually, they fall in love, but it is forbidden due to her being a mortal and David being an immortal. However, David is willing to sacrifice anything to be with Isis, and he does. Because of their unique circumstances, life-threatening complications arise and questions are raised. After Isis’s mother, Claire, finally reveals a secret that will help her discover the truth about her father, they embark on a new journey to discover the truth.

This book kind of reminded me of the movie, City of Angels. The only resemblance being that an angel sacrifices immortality to be with his love, a human being. Since I am a sucker for romance, I loved this story. I especially loved David. Oh, does he make hearts swoon. Mrs. Cab did an excellent job portraying this character. David is a perfectly nice gentleman who takes into consideration Claire’s feelings and wishes. His love letters and poems to Isis made my heart melt. Oh how I wish my husband was that romantic! David is definitely a keeper, and Isis is a lucky girl to have him.

Overall, my favorite part of the whole book is the storyline and its love elements. The theme “love conquers all” is prevalent throughout this book. You must read it if you enjoy paranormal romance novels. The only thing I disliked about the book is that I have to wait until next year for the sequel. I already want to know more about Isis’ lineage and whether or not David and Isis will transform. Ugh, I am so impatient.

All in all, I highly recommend this book. You will fall in love with it.

Ceaselessly Yours,
Marisol
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Mar 25, 2012 MJ rated it liked it

This book has a wonderful story and has unique concepts with a twang of Spanish flair. The main character Isis is wooed by David a diety who is willingly to do anything in his power to win her love. Isis is troubled because she is coming of age and hopes to attend college and experience everything a young woman dreams (aha, here is how she first meets David in slumber).

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Mar 19, 2012 Snoko rated it really liked it

I didn't want to finish the book, because it was so good that I didn't want to finish the end. I like how the story was taking place in South Texas becuz I live around the area, so I'm familiar with it. Also how the story is between forbidden loves and the story about gods. In some parts it reminds me of Twilight with some similarities with the characters, but the only thing is, is that I believed that its better than Twilight!! I'm really anxious to know what happens next once the 2nd book come ...more

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Jan 01, 2018 Rachel Alvarez marked it as to-read · review of another edition

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Jul 30, 2013 MJ marked it as to-read · review of another edition

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