The Dark Divine

I went into this with no expectations, and I fell in love. I really appreciated that Grace Divine comes from a pastor's home and both her home and her private school ring true to me. (I was raised in a conservative home and went to a private school.) I also loved that the supernatural mystery was based in historical documents. Ms. Despain has created a solid mythology that was both thorough and fascinating. Another strong point in the book's favor is the complexity of the relationships between Grace and her family members. (Several of whom are hiding really big secrets that directly affect Grace.)

But what really made this book sing for me was the complicated relationship between Daniel and Grace. Tension, betrayal, loyalty, and love that refuses to quit--it's a lovely, all-encompassing relationship that sucked me in right away!

And the ending! Oh, the ending ... Wow. I recommend this book to anyone!

Reader reviewed by Lindsay

OMG!! This book was amazing!! I loved it and is now making all my friends read it!! My one friend is reading it now and she is on page 12 and she already loves it. I think there should be another book because i think a lot of people would buy it!! I give this book 5 Stars and hope you write another one!!

                                      ~ Lindsay

Reader reviewed by Jen

I just finished reading The Dark Divine and it was fantastic!  With all the stories out right now about werewolves this one has the most unique spin on it.  Bree Despain tells a fantastic story where the main character is relatable. 

The Dark Divine focuses on the Divine family.  The father is a pastor, Jude the oldest is perfect and Grace is the artist and narrator of the story. Everything is normal in Grace's life until Daniel returns to Rose Crest. He had left years before after having a falling out with Jude.  Grace has to choose between her brother and the boy she loves all the while not knowing the real reason for the divide between them.  If all this isn't enough the Markham Street monster has returned and people are dying.

Overall this book is suitable for teens 14 and up because of violence.  This is great story   telling and the sequel holds a lot of promise!