Hemlock (Hemlock, #1) in The Not-So Austen Bookclub

Dec 30, 2010 Bodea rated it really liked it

Shelves: arcs

First, as I was writing this review, I said, what the heck? Why not four stars? Though this book wasn’t anything new, it was well written, I genuinely liked all of the characters, and the plot held my interest the entire way though. Second, I’m going to dive right into a spoiler (view spoiler) First, as I was writing this review, I said, what the heck? Why not four stars? Though this book wasn’t anything new, it was well written, I genuinely liked all of the characters, and the plot held my interest the entire way though. Second, I’m going to dive right into a spoiler (view spoiler) This may be a drawback for some readers, but I still enjoyed the story despite how awesomely smart I am ::grinning hard::.

Enough about my smarts, I don’t have anything bad to say about the actual story. I will say that the summary is kind of misleading. At any rate, the writing was perfect for this story. The pace was great and once I started reading, I couldn’t stop. I liked the setting and that the author created a society in which the existence of werewolves isn't a secret to the general public. I also appreciate that these werewolves aren’t a total cliché. The characters are well developed, even the secondary characters. I loved the relationship between the four friends. Yes, even the dead one. I think it’s great that even though Amy is already gone when the book starts, we do get to know a bit about her over the course of the story.

I also really liked Tess and hope to see more of her in the next book. This may be crazy, but (view spoiler)

There was a triangle in this book. Well, it was more like a quad plus one that turns into a triangle. That doesn’t make any sense you say? Well, read the book! I really liked the romance angle though. It was realistic, slow, and sweet. (view spoiler) The ending was both sweet and sad. All in all, this was a fun read to pass the time with. I can also honestly say that I am really looking forward to finding out what happens with ALL of the characters next. Can't wait for the next book!
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Apr 06, 2012 Ira rated it it was amazing

Shelves: favorites, owned-book

Hemlock b Kathleen Peacock Thoughts: *Siiiiiiiiiiiiiigh* I have once again finished the first book of a series with lots of potential!!!!! We've only spent 1 night and now it's done... I can't believe I've read 3/4 of the book in one sitting!!! If I weren't sleepy and if I didn't have plans the next day, I would have stayed up late and finished the entire book! NOW THAT is an awesome book!! Thanks to this book, I know now how to distinguish a great read from a disappointing one when time is of t Hemlock b Kathleen Peacock Thoughts: *Siiiiiiiiiiiiiigh* I have once again finished the first book of a series with lots of potential!!!!! We've only spent 1 night and now it's done... I can't believe I've read 3/4 of the book in one sitting!!! If I weren't sleepy and if I didn't have plans the next day, I would have stayed up late and finished the entire book! NOW THAT is an awesome book!! Thanks to this book, I know now how to distinguish a great read from a disappointing one when time is of the essence. I really don't have a 2-month long vacation for this academic year or for any upcoming years in my teenage life because I am soon-to-be a grown up, and part of being a grown-up means a couple of weeks for a "Summer vacation". So you see, I really don't have the time to waste reading the wrong book while the good ones sit untouched. So I have this strategy that if the books weren't working for me with regards to its first few chapters then I'm putting it down & picking up a new read. I might give it a chance some other time but not now when I only have a week left until our mandatory summer classes start!Going back to this superb book... what can I say? I'm a sucker for love triangles. I am a sucker for 2 guy best friends falling in love with their girl best friend-- because we're not fed with the crap load of BS called "love at first sight". I am a sucker for werewolves. I am a sucker for HEMLOCK!!! I finally found a book wherein I love the two leading men!!!! I am totally confused! If only Mac can have both as her boyfriend! Kyle is the stable one, the more organized, responsible and reliable one. Kyle is the safest and best choice!! He is like the best friend who was always there for Mac when it comes to saving and comforting her. He is the guy who was too afraid to confess his feelings that might ruin his relationship with the people he cares most. Jason, on the other hand, is the broken one. We gotta admit, the broken ones have a huge spot reserved in our hearts. We've always loved the tortured soul-ed yet brooding and handsome, rich bastard. Just like Mac, we can't help but want to fix them and be the reason why he is doing better. He is reckless, stubborn, spontaneous and just about the most perfect broken guy I've ever drooled over. There were unexpected twists but nothing out of the ordinary. All in all it is a great read if you're looking for a good love story :P I can't wait for the next book to come out!!! I don't know how much time I have to wait for it to come out :-< This book hasn't even been published yet. Kyle had his chance and in the 2nd book, it's Jason turn!! With Jason and Mac on the journey in finding Kyle, I'm sure there will be lotsa cheezy moments planned for Jason and Mac :-p ...more

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Apr 07, 2012 Dayla rated it liked it

Shelves: mystery, young-adult, paranormal, romance, horror, not-perfect-but-fun, ghosts, creepy, werewolves, friendship

Mini review first appeared on my blog: Book Addict 24-7

I enjoyed Hemlock by Kathleen Peacock, but it lacked a certain touch that would otherwise make it a favorite.

It was creepy and exciting, since it's set in a world where werewolves are a reality--which reminded me of Charlaine Harris's Sookie Stackhouse series. I was drawn to the mystery aspect of the book and how this ghost was seemingly haunting her best friend.

What I didn't like so much:

1. The detective work isn't as prominent as the syn ...more

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Oct 03, 2011 Shannon rated it it was amazing

I love it when a book gets you thinking, and Hemlock was just the right amount of clues to leave you pondering over the clues all day long.

The characters were awesome, the love story was sweet, and yes there is a love triangle, but its one of the better ones I have read, with a Mac making a clear choice well before the halfway mark, but this also adds to the overall plot...
Intrigued?? you should be!

The murder mystery was the driving force of this novel, once all the character introductions were ...more

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May 01, 2012 HC rated it really liked it

This book started off kind of slow, but by the end, it was amazing!!!!! I like how the plot kept twisting and turning all the way to the end!

The only aspect of this that I did not enjoy was that it did not give very much background information. I was not sure if this was supposed to take place in the future or in the present.

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