Review: Juliet Immortal
Feb •
27 •
2012
Title: Juliet Immortal
Series: Juliet Immortal # 1
Genre: Young Adult-Paranormal/Fantasy
Author: Stacey Jay
Publisher: Delacorte Books For Young Readers
Release Date: August 9, 2011
Book: FC sent by publisher
” “These violent delights have violent ends
And in their triumph die, like fire and powder,
Which as they kiss consume.”
—Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare
The most tragic love story in history . . .
Juliet Capulet didn’t take her own life. She was murdered by the person she trusted most, her new husband, Romeo Montague, a sacrifice made to ensure his own immortality. But what Romeo didn’t anticipate was that Juliet would be granted eternity, as well, and would become an agent for the Ambassadors of Light. For 700 years, she’s fought Romeo for the souls of true lovers, struggling to preserve romantic love and the lives of the innocent. Until the day she meets someone she’s forbidden to love, and Romeo, oh Romeo, will do everything in his power to destroy that love.”
I can not believe it took me so long to read this book! It totally blew me off my feet! I read this book fast. Not only was it so simple to get into but very action packed from the very first page.
I have read lost of renditions of Romeo and Juliet. And I admit this one is my favorite. I love that Ms. Jay took a classic tale putting a very unique fresh spin on the story. It was captivating and such a page turner. The plot is so amazing. I loved each twist of the story. It gave the reader so much more to look forward to as the reader continues diving deep into the story.
What caught me off guard about this book is the great feelings. I loved feeling the emotion of Juliet. Watching her struggle, fight, and come to terms with certain situations made me feel if I was in the story right by her side. I rooted for her to make it through and to no t give up.
The love interest totally surprised me. Here I thought I knew exactly who she love and BAM! Ms. Jay kept her readers on their toes and never let them down. With such amazing characters in the book, you never know what is going to happen.
Juliet Immortal is deeply entertaining book. The rousing re-retelling of star-crossed lovers strikes a good balance of love and lost. Juliet Immortal is ultimately beautiful and very satisfying.
I give it 5 BITES!
Happy Reading!
I really liked this book! I bought it for Stacey Jay’s signing last year and I ended up really loving it!!! Awesome review 🙂
Anna @ Literary Exploration
Oh, a surprising love interest. That sounds like something I’d enjoy. Thanks for the review, Savy. It’s been a long while since I’ve read a review for this book, I kind of forgot about it. Not good.
I’ve seen this around but haven’t picked it up yet, thanks for the review I’ll have to look more into it!
I’ve been wanting to read this one forever Savy! It’s frustrating but I just haven’t had time to pick it up and clearly I’m missing out:) Love that the romantic interest took you by surprise, that’s something pretty unique to YA. Usually you can see the love interest coming from page one:)
I like this book. The twist on the star-crossed lovers is so intriguing. I am not done yet due to my time constraints but I love it so far!
I have to admit the whole Romeo and Juliet thing can be a hit or miss with me, but you really make this one sound exciting. Oh I do think I will have to give it a try sometime!
Yay! I’m so glad you loved this one. I agree, it was so surprising and different from what I expected, and from other renditions that I’d read before, that I just couldn’t put it down. It was incredibly engrossing, and I’m excited to see more from Stacy Jay.
I’m so glad you liked this. I’ve been wanting to read it. I’m glad to know that you enjoyed it. Now I will be sure to pick it up.