Conjured

Conjured
Age Range
12+
Release Date
September 03, 2013
ISBN
0802734588
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Eve has a new home, a new face, and a new name—but no memories of her past. She’s been told that she's in a witness protection program. That she escaped a dangerous magic-wielding serial killer who still hunts her. The only thing she knows for sure is that there is something horrifying in her memories the people hiding her want to access—and there is nothing they won’t say—or do—to her to get her to remember.

At night she dreams of a tattered carnival tent and buttons being sewn into her skin. But during the day, she shelves books at the local library, trying to not let anyone know that she can do things—things like change the color of her eyes or walk through walls. When she does use her strange powers, she blacks out and is drawn into terrifying visions, returning to find that days or weeks have passed—and she’s lost all short-term memories. Eve must find out who and what she really is before the killer finds her—but the truth may be more dangerous than anyone could have ever imagined.

Eve has a new home, a new face, and a new name—but no memories of her past. She’s been told that she's in a witness protection program. That she escaped a dangerous magic-wielding serial killer who still hunts her. The only thing she knows for sure is that there is something horrifying in her memories the people hiding her want to access—and there is nothing they won’t say—or do—to her to get her to remember.

At night she dreams of a tattered carnival tent and buttons being sewn into her skin. But during the day, she shelves books at the local library, trying to not let anyone know that she can do things—things like change the color of her eyes or walk through walls. When she does use her strange powers, she blacks out and is drawn into terrifying visions, returning to find that days or weeks have passed—and she’s lost all short-term memories. Eve must find out who and what she really is before the killer finds her—but the truth may be more dangerous than anyone could have ever imagined.

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Conjured was both captivating and terrifying-- all at the same time.

There is a mystery surrounding Eve. She's in a witness protection program, but she can't remember why. People treat her differently than they do others; it's almost as if they are afraid of her. She's different... and she's powerful.

She can bring paper birds to life. She can change the color of her eyes with just a thought. But each time she uses her magic, she slips into unconsciousness. Entire days (sometimes weeks) are erased from her memory. Her life seems to be missing something.

Then she meets Zach. He's a super nerd working along side her in the local public library. He has no trouble telling her how he feels during their first meeting. He's also a huge believer in magic. Imagine his surprise when a simple kiss sends him and Eve floating above the stacks!

On a simple level, Conjured is a huge mystery. Every page is a puzzle to piece together. Every day with Zach brings Eve closer to a truth that she might not be ready to accept. And every day with Eve brings Zach closer to a life he desperately needs.

Eve was very unique. I wish I could say more, but it would blow the whole thing. Just know that Sarah Beth Durst (again) takes us to a whole new place with her characters and plot. Fans of her writing style will not be disappointed. Conjured is magical in every way. I was captivated by the setting of the magical realm. The imagery was beautiful and a pure delight for my imagination. I found myself longing to travel through my own portal and experience what Eve saw. (Only the good stuff, of course!)
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