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The Death of Ink
Paige Langley is a writer. Always was. Always will be. It’s her senior year and she’s determined to win the school’s writing contest—at any cost. When she meets Devon Connors the last thing she expects is the intense attraction that sparks between them. Though he’s obviously involved with another girl, Paige is drawn into his world when she finds a binder that belongs to him, never dreaming the key to winning the contest lies with Devon and his notes. But how could she know her savior has his own dark, deadly secrets…secrets that can cost them their lives.
214 pages, Kindle Edition
First published April 8, 2015
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M.M. John
6 books25 followersCollege student by day, clandestine writer by night, M. M. John lives in a Florida town full of ghosts, mysteries and secrets. The Death of Ink is her first novel.
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December 21, 2013
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Detailed Review: I received an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.
So you want an honest review? Let's see... This book was a force of nature. And I found out one thing the author was very good at: hypnotism with words. At least, that's what I think. I was hooked to the book like a lung cancer patient hooked to an oxygen tank. It was a phenomenon. In my opinion, this book held a different vibe compared to other supernatural books. This book gives the 'read at your own risk' vibe. Others would typically give the 'come and read me, there's lots of ghosts and whatnot' vibe.
The characters certainly did their part well in The Death of Ink. The main characters, Paige and Devon don't have promising family lives, but their school lives don't reflect that. Paige is a high school senior at only 15 and Devon is the star receiving back in the football team. A binder of short stories and a writing competition brings them closer together. And the short stories, unbelievable as they seem, are certainly not fiction. Paige is a normal girl who wants to be noticed. Devon doesn't want attention.
Devon was a very unusual character. I've never met anyone like him in my life. He's...special. Words can't describe how I feel about Devon, but he certainly has a dark side that I haven't had the chance to know more about.
And who's the 'dead girl' haunting him? Even I don't know. I wasn't given much of a glimpse into what his relationship with the girl, but I know something.
The story is both confusing and not confusing. I don't know how to explain it. I feel like the story has a double meaning that I can't even begin to fathom, but the strange thing is I feel connected to the story.
And this all leads to the topic of John's writing style. It's definitely unique. It seems simple enough when you read it, but there seems to be some power in the words she writes which attracts readers. I don't know how she does it, but she sure knows how to seduce you with words.
Brief Review: MM John affects me in a way which other authors haven't. She blends the supernatural with reality with such skill that it's hard to tell whether you are in the real or supernatural world. Her characters are intriguing and special and each demonstrate their own sense of character and purpose, even the minor ones. Her style of writing is unlike any I've encountered before. It's undoubtedly the best thing to look for in a new author when the competition between YA books is so strong. I'm definitely looking forward to reading her next book!
Final Rating: 5/5 'Totally Amazing!'
Detailed Review: I received an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.
So you want an honest review? Let's see... This book was a force of nature. And I found out one thing the author was very good at: hypnotism with words. At least, that's what I think. I was hooked to the book like a lung cancer patient hooked to an oxygen tank. It was a phenomenon. In my opinion, this book held a different vibe compared to other supernatural books. This book gives the 'read at your own risk' vibe. Others would typically give the 'come and read me, there's lots of ghosts and whatnot' vibe.
The characters certainly did their part well in The Death of Ink. The main characters, Paige and Devon don't have promising family lives, but their school lives don't reflect that. Paige is a high school senior at only 15 and Devon is the star receiving back in the football team. A binder of short stories and a writing competition brings them closer together. And the short stories, unbelievable as they seem, are certainly not fiction. Paige is a normal girl who wants to be noticed. Devon doesn't want attention.
Devon was a very unusual character. I've never met anyone like him in my life. He's...special. Words can't describe how I feel about Devon, but he certainly has a dark side that I haven't had the chance to know more about.
And who's the 'dead girl' haunting him? Even I don't know. I wasn't given much of a glimpse into what his relationship with the girl, but I know something.
The story is both confusing and not confusing. I don't know how to explain it. I feel like the story has a double meaning that I can't even begin to fathom, but the strange thing is I feel connected to the story.
And this all leads to the topic of John's writing style. It's definitely unique. It seems simple enough when you read it, but there seems to be some power in the words she writes which attracts readers. I don't know how she does it, but she sure knows how to seduce you with words.
Brief Review: MM John affects me in a way which other authors haven't. She blends the supernatural with reality with such skill that it's hard to tell whether you are in the real or supernatural world. Her characters are intriguing and special and each demonstrate their own sense of character and purpose, even the minor ones. Her style of writing is unlike any I've encountered before. It's undoubtedly the best thing to look for in a new author when the competition between YA books is so strong. I'm definitely looking forward to reading her next book!
Final Rating: 5/5 'Totally Amazing!'
April 10, 2015
Everyone has a past, but some are darker than others. Devon Connors is just that person and will stop at nothing to keep his past hidden. Paige Langley is trying to win a writing contest, but little does she knows that the one that she trusts, might be the one with the biggest and the darkest secret.
If you are looking for suspense and a dark mystery this will be your dream book.
I was given this book in exchange for my honest review.
If you are looking for suspense and a dark mystery this will be your dream book.
I was given this book in exchange for my honest review.
February 27, 2015
'The Death of Ink'
I don't usually mention covers to books but this one is definitely an eye catcher, well thought out and creative. Very nicely done.
Meet Paige Langley, a teenaged girl with good grades.
A writing contest is in the near future for a new project so after finding a binder that contains illegal actions of students whom reside in her school and it revealing a past murder, she thought it was a great opportunity to use this as a thesis for the contest.
Devon Connors is a boy whom befriends her and whom offers to help her write to story contest. Little does she know that he has dark secrets. He is the owner of the binder and will stop at nothing to keep Paige from exposing his past...
'The Death of Ink' is a YA suspense thriller that sets an extreme depth to the mysterious young man Devon. The tension of not knowing more about his mental state is motivation enough to plow through the pages fast as the complexity thickens to the story. Maybe something horrific and unsettling is in his nature, something twisted and black - A degree of psychological sophistication draws an unknown focus that dilutes the pages until the next installment in book 2.
I was given a copy for evaluation and a fair unbiased review.
I don't usually mention covers to books but this one is definitely an eye catcher, well thought out and creative. Very nicely done.
Meet Paige Langley, a teenaged girl with good grades.
A writing contest is in the near future for a new project so after finding a binder that contains illegal actions of students whom reside in her school and it revealing a past murder, she thought it was a great opportunity to use this as a thesis for the contest.
Devon Connors is a boy whom befriends her and whom offers to help her write to story contest. Little does she know that he has dark secrets. He is the owner of the binder and will stop at nothing to keep Paige from exposing his past...
'The Death of Ink' is a YA suspense thriller that sets an extreme depth to the mysterious young man Devon. The tension of not knowing more about his mental state is motivation enough to plow through the pages fast as the complexity thickens to the story. Maybe something horrific and unsettling is in his nature, something twisted and black - A degree of psychological sophistication draws an unknown focus that dilutes the pages until the next installment in book 2.
I was given a copy for evaluation and a fair unbiased review.
March 1, 2015
For a moment Paige’s ink did cease its duty…
The Death of Ink surely portrays phenomenal characters who are nothing less than determined, real and fully absorbed in their own worlds. As darkness illuminates the hopes of Paige winning the writing contest she finds deeper facts that changes everything.
Devon being the advocate of mystery became friends with Paige and carefully kept his numerous encounters with his dead girlfriend under a bushel. It was only after Paige found a folder belonging to Devon that her life swerved to one filled with silence, dark secrets and the shock of a high school girl’s murder. Most devastating is that it’s all about her present high school. The author wrapped my mind around this enthralling story and boy, what a journey it was!
While I played with the title, I laughed to myself and thought, “For a moment Paige’s ink did cease its duty as these deafening secrets unfolded!” The story began and ended with a big bang!
The Death of Ink surely portrays phenomenal characters who are nothing less than determined, real and fully absorbed in their own worlds. As darkness illuminates the hopes of Paige winning the writing contest she finds deeper facts that changes everything.
Devon being the advocate of mystery became friends with Paige and carefully kept his numerous encounters with his dead girlfriend under a bushel. It was only after Paige found a folder belonging to Devon that her life swerved to one filled with silence, dark secrets and the shock of a high school girl’s murder. Most devastating is that it’s all about her present high school. The author wrapped my mind around this enthralling story and boy, what a journey it was!
While I played with the title, I laughed to myself and thought, “For a moment Paige’s ink did cease its duty as these deafening secrets unfolded!” The story began and ended with a big bang!
January 31, 2014
I received a free copy of this book for an honest review.
The Death of Ink is good as far as it goes. It’s one of those books that just stops and very little is resolved when it ends. I t didn’t even make it to the end of the school year.
Paige Langley is the main character. Even though she’s a 15 year old in the senior class in her new high school, she’s the most normal person in the book. She becomes friends with Devon who I still didn’t quite have figured out by the end of the book. He has headaches and hallucinations but there’s only a partial explanation.
M.M John’s writing is easy to follow most of the time. There were times, though, that I’d start a chapter and wouldn’t know who was talking or who it was about for the first few paragraphs.
The Death of Ink was okay. I think it may be better a part of a series rather than reading it as a stand alone book.
The Death of Ink is good as far as it goes. It’s one of those books that just stops and very little is resolved when it ends. I t didn’t even make it to the end of the school year.
Paige Langley is the main character. Even though she’s a 15 year old in the senior class in her new high school, she’s the most normal person in the book. She becomes friends with Devon who I still didn’t quite have figured out by the end of the book. He has headaches and hallucinations but there’s only a partial explanation.
M.M John’s writing is easy to follow most of the time. There were times, though, that I’d start a chapter and wouldn’t know who was talking or who it was about for the first few paragraphs.
The Death of Ink was okay. I think it may be better a part of a series rather than reading it as a stand alone book.
February 24, 2015
The death of Ink by MM John is a YA chick lit and therefore I was resistant to continue reading. However, I persevered to the very end, reading faster and faster to find out the denouement. The characters of Paige and Devon are well fleshed out though one learns more of Devon's past. I can relate to the angst of writing and Paige was lucky to have help from Devon, and she richly rewarded him. The other characters and their speeches are well thought out.
July 21, 2020
I couldn't complete the book. It was under developed.
August 3, 2016
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The book is good but certainly has some issues. One was the title. While the title of the book seem really interesting and somewhat intriguing, I couldn't find any connection to the story whatsoever. I really liked the title, and it was mainly the title that made me choose the book in the first place. I continuously tried to link it to the storyline but no luck. What does the death o fin actually mean? Death of Paige' dream? Death of Devon's plan? death of writing overall? I could not connect.Then there is the blurb part. It says-
As far as I remember, there wasn't a single moment when Paige had considered this possibility. (Or have I somehow missed it? o_O) As the book ends, I still see her struggling with the contest and her writing issues. This is a series book, so I guess that will be shown in the next one. But isn't it a spoiler then? Why would I want to know how Paige overcomes her writing issues beforehand?
Paige is an interesting character. She is the lead, and most possibly, the most well sketched character of the book.Her feelings and emotions and confusion at times over Devon are very very well portrayed by the author. She is to do everything staying within the line because of the what her elder sister had done in her past. Living with her grandmother who doesn't want Paige to follow the same footsteps make things tougher for Paige. She cannot write, cannot pursue her future as an author because her aunt is not convinced of this being an actual profession.
Things take a different turn when she meets the boy from her new school, Devon. Devon doesn't seem to like Paige that much, and he already has a hot girlfriend. And yet, he agrees to help Paige make her dream come true...certainly he has his own reasons, but what? Paige doesn't know.
I loved the mystery element of Devon's character. Compared to Paige, his family background seemed more well-drawn to me. I could easily visualize him as a boy, going through life's happiness and woes, his parents' misery and his sister's tragedy. But sometimes Devon's pov appeared a little choppy to me, and I often felt like scanning through some parts.
Among the other characters, I like Christina. She seems nice, unlike many over-possessive girlfriends. She doesn't seem to notice or get hyper over the fact that Devon and Paige are spending time. And she appears to be a nice human being overall, at least for this book.
Then there is Matthew, I really really like the guy, even more than Devon to some extents. And though Paige looks quite confused about the whole thing with Matthew, I really wish they somehow happily end up together. But Devon being the main male character(so far), I guess that's not going to happen. Even if Devon and Paige don't end up together, I don't see how Paige is going to make it work with all the obsession with every other thing except Matthew.
Now the biggest letdown for me is the ending. Frankly, I was a little frustrated. I was hoping something way better than this. I know this is a part of a series, and it's not the end. Endings are often cliffhangers, but this...I don't know if I can call it that even. It felt like there were some more pages in the end but someone had ripped them off so the book ended all of a sudden. I'm no big author or critique or anything, but I feel books shouldn't end with someone eating spaghetti or someone lecturing about what you should or should not do. On that note, I also think the ending wouldn't have sucked so much if it was shown in a a different way, like Paige having this thought and realizing how helpless she is and all.
The book has a great plot. It's not the usual school-romance or about the back-biting-bitches. Of course, it has those elements, but not making it affect the story. Even though the narration can seem quite boring at times, if you can keep up the reading it's possible you can end up enjoying it like any other good book. Unfortunately, I cannot say the same about the ending and you have to try it out yourself to see whether or not you'd want to stick to the series. Still, I would personally suggest that if you are not dying from the pressure of your TBR pile, then this book is worth a try:)
The book is good but certainly has some issues. One was the title. While the title of the book seem really interesting and somewhat intriguing, I couldn't find any connection to the story whatsoever. I really liked the title, and it was mainly the title that made me choose the book in the first place. I continuously tried to link it to the storyline but no luck. What does the death o fin actually mean? Death of Paige' dream? Death of Devon's plan? death of writing overall? I could not connect.Then there is the blurb part. It says-
So after she finds a binder containing information on a past murder and the illegal activities of the students, she believes the stories are fictional and the perfect way to win the contest.
As far as I remember, there wasn't a single moment when Paige had considered this possibility. (Or have I somehow missed it? o_O) As the book ends, I still see her struggling with the contest and her writing issues. This is a series book, so I guess that will be shown in the next one. But isn't it a spoiler then? Why would I want to know how Paige overcomes her writing issues beforehand?
Paige is an interesting character. She is the lead, and most possibly, the most well sketched character of the book.Her feelings and emotions and confusion at times over Devon are very very well portrayed by the author. She is to do everything staying within the line because of the what her elder sister had done in her past. Living with her grandmother who doesn't want Paige to follow the same footsteps make things tougher for Paige. She cannot write, cannot pursue her future as an author because her aunt is not convinced of this being an actual profession.
Life had inured Paige. At her age, she'd accepted that there were certain things she could not do.
Things take a different turn when she meets the boy from her new school, Devon. Devon doesn't seem to like Paige that much, and he already has a hot girlfriend. And yet, he agrees to help Paige make her dream come true...certainly he has his own reasons, but what? Paige doesn't know.
I loved the mystery element of Devon's character. Compared to Paige, his family background seemed more well-drawn to me. I could easily visualize him as a boy, going through life's happiness and woes, his parents' misery and his sister's tragedy. But sometimes Devon's pov appeared a little choppy to me, and I often felt like scanning through some parts.
Among the other characters, I like Christina. She seems nice, unlike many over-possessive girlfriends. She doesn't seem to notice or get hyper over the fact that Devon and Paige are spending time. And she appears to be a nice human being overall, at least for this book.
Then there is Matthew, I really really like the guy, even more than Devon to some extents. And though Paige looks quite confused about the whole thing with Matthew, I really wish they somehow happily end up together. But Devon being the main male character(so far), I guess that's not going to happen. Even if Devon and Paige don't end up together, I don't see how Paige is going to make it work with all the obsession with every other thing except Matthew.
Now the biggest letdown for me is the ending. Frankly, I was a little frustrated. I was hoping something way better than this. I know this is a part of a series, and it's not the end. Endings are often cliffhangers, but this...I don't know if I can call it that even. It felt like there were some more pages in the end but someone had ripped them off so the book ended all of a sudden. I'm no big author or critique or anything, but I feel books shouldn't end with someone eating spaghetti or someone lecturing about what you should or should not do. On that note, I also think the ending wouldn't have sucked so much if it was shown in a a different way, like Paige having this thought and realizing how helpless she is and all.
The book has a great plot. It's not the usual school-romance or about the back-biting-bitches. Of course, it has those elements, but not making it affect the story. Even though the narration can seem quite boring at times, if you can keep up the reading it's possible you can end up enjoying it like any other good book. Unfortunately, I cannot say the same about the ending and you have to try it out yourself to see whether or not you'd want to stick to the series. Still, I would personally suggest that if you are not dying from the pressure of your TBR pile, then this book is worth a try:)
July 4, 2015
I was super surprised and honored when I received a copy of this book from the author. I don't usually write actual reviews, just little snippets to remind myself what the book was about and whether I liked it or not if a sequel arises. I promised in exchange for the book that I would write an honest review.
The Death of Ink was a rather odd book. I started it at work and felt myself being mesmerized by the story. Sometimes you read books and just kinda skim the words, this was not that book. I slowly and carefully read every word. M.M. John definitely has a talent for writing and you can tell that she feels deeply for her work.
I loved reading this book. That said, it really feels like nothing happened in it. At all. While the book didn't seem slow while you were reading, the pace seemed off somehow. Nothing really happened during this whole book. Just the every day life of a teenage girl. The interesting things that did happen happened to the boy character, Devon, and weren't really explained at all. Why is he blacking out? Why was there a dead girl? Why is he seeing her ghost? What does any of this have to do with the main character writing a story? It felt like I was reading two different stories that didn't have anything to do with each other. I wanted to know more about Devon and was left with high school dealings with Paige. And not to say that Paige's story wasn't good...it just wasn't the kind of thing I like reading. I've been out of high school for 12 years and while I enjoy the Young Adult genre I don't want to read a book that consists mainly of a high school girl's day to day life. I mostly read sci fi/fantasy stories so I desperately wanted the sci fi element of Devon's story to be more prevalent.
I feel like I'm missing something with this book. Maybe I was supposed to look deeper into it than I was. I tried to analyze it once I read it and while Paige's story seems like a huge metaphor for regaining one's love of writing and overcoming writer's block I also felt the end signified a loss of innocence. Finding out someone you admired isn't as perfect as you imagined is something we all go through at some point in our life. Having your hopes raised for a big event (such as the contest) and then being disappointed when you either lose or can't enter at all is another universal life event. Or I don't know, maybe it's not meant to be analyzed at all. What do I know?
I actually didn't realize that this was the first book in a series and now that I know this I feel much better about the book. Hopefully the sequel brings more answers and solidifies the story together more. I thank M.M. John again for the opportunity to read her book. I really did enjoy reading it and look forward to the sequel.
The Death of Ink was a rather odd book. I started it at work and felt myself being mesmerized by the story. Sometimes you read books and just kinda skim the words, this was not that book. I slowly and carefully read every word. M.M. John definitely has a talent for writing and you can tell that she feels deeply for her work.
I loved reading this book. That said, it really feels like nothing happened in it. At all. While the book didn't seem slow while you were reading, the pace seemed off somehow. Nothing really happened during this whole book. Just the every day life of a teenage girl. The interesting things that did happen happened to the boy character, Devon, and weren't really explained at all. Why is he blacking out? Why was there a dead girl? Why is he seeing her ghost? What does any of this have to do with the main character writing a story? It felt like I was reading two different stories that didn't have anything to do with each other. I wanted to know more about Devon and was left with high school dealings with Paige. And not to say that Paige's story wasn't good...it just wasn't the kind of thing I like reading. I've been out of high school for 12 years and while I enjoy the Young Adult genre I don't want to read a book that consists mainly of a high school girl's day to day life. I mostly read sci fi/fantasy stories so I desperately wanted the sci fi element of Devon's story to be more prevalent.
I feel like I'm missing something with this book. Maybe I was supposed to look deeper into it than I was. I tried to analyze it once I read it and while Paige's story seems like a huge metaphor for regaining one's love of writing and overcoming writer's block I also felt the end signified a loss of innocence. Finding out someone you admired isn't as perfect as you imagined is something we all go through at some point in our life. Having your hopes raised for a big event (such as the contest) and then being disappointed when you either lose or can't enter at all is another universal life event. Or I don't know, maybe it's not meant to be analyzed at all. What do I know?
I actually didn't realize that this was the first book in a series and now that I know this I feel much better about the book. Hopefully the sequel brings more answers and solidifies the story together more. I thank M.M. John again for the opportunity to read her book. I really did enjoy reading it and look forward to the sequel.
January 30, 2014
3.25/5
Read the review & an excerpt on my blog.
Where to begin with this book? First off, let me warn you that this one of those books that have sadly misinforming descriptions. It sounds like it overflows with insta-love, but allow me to reassure you that it’s not nearly as bad as it seems. Do give it a chance.
With that out of the way, let’s talk about the book. Paige Langley’s old school closed down, and she was transferred to the senior class of another school despite the fact that she’s only fifteen. Paige’s real passion is writing, and writing fantasy specifically. When she sees a poster at school advertising a writing contest sponsored by one of her favourite authors, Paige decides to make winning the contest her goal, because the first prize includes a chance to be published. Our other main character is Devon Connors, an all-around star who’s the editor of the school newspaper. Devon is what really holds the paper together, and he loves writing just as much as Paige. The two meet by chance at a bookstore, and as they become friends, Devon offers to help her write her story for the contest. Paige agrees, but the closer she gets to him, the more mysteries she finds.
The thing I loved the most about this book was the main characters’ love for writing. That was something that I, as an aspiring writer, could really relate to. The overall fleshed-out state of the characters made the reading experience all the more enjoyable. They are not obsessed with each other, they do not whine about their difficult lives, and I could tell how passionate they were about what they loved.
The one problem I had with the book? It was confusing. I was confused for a good bit of the book, which was what cost it stars. I read it in one sitting, but maybe that first read wasn’t enough for the story to properly soak in – which is a little iffy for me, because it’s rare that I slave over a book for days. However, I think the story was definitely intriguing enough, and I will be looking out for the second one!
Read the review & an excerpt on my blog.
Where to begin with this book? First off, let me warn you that this one of those books that have sadly misinforming descriptions. It sounds like it overflows with insta-love, but allow me to reassure you that it’s not nearly as bad as it seems. Do give it a chance.
With that out of the way, let’s talk about the book. Paige Langley’s old school closed down, and she was transferred to the senior class of another school despite the fact that she’s only fifteen. Paige’s real passion is writing, and writing fantasy specifically. When she sees a poster at school advertising a writing contest sponsored by one of her favourite authors, Paige decides to make winning the contest her goal, because the first prize includes a chance to be published. Our other main character is Devon Connors, an all-around star who’s the editor of the school newspaper. Devon is what really holds the paper together, and he loves writing just as much as Paige. The two meet by chance at a bookstore, and as they become friends, Devon offers to help her write her story for the contest. Paige agrees, but the closer she gets to him, the more mysteries she finds.
The thing I loved the most about this book was the main characters’ love for writing. That was something that I, as an aspiring writer, could really relate to. The overall fleshed-out state of the characters made the reading experience all the more enjoyable. They are not obsessed with each other, they do not whine about their difficult lives, and I could tell how passionate they were about what they loved.
The one problem I had with the book? It was confusing. I was confused for a good bit of the book, which was what cost it stars. I read it in one sitting, but maybe that first read wasn’t enough for the story to properly soak in – which is a little iffy for me, because it’s rare that I slave over a book for days. However, I think the story was definitely intriguing enough, and I will be looking out for the second one!
January 30, 2014
I received this book in exchange for my honest review. Thank you Itching for Books for another amazing tour and M.M. John for giving me the chance to read The Death of Ink.
When I started reading this book I didn’t know what to think. At first, I thought I’m not going to like it. Then a few more pages I wasn’t thinking I can’t possible stop reading. It was like my brain couldn’t take a break, he wanted more so I gave him more. It was so captivating, so enthralling you won’t know what hit you.
Both characters, Paige and Devon haven’t got everything nice and all designed for them. They haven’t got the nicest families, no fame no nothing. Paige wants to be the center of attention to everyone, she wants to be noticed. Devon on the other hand wants to be left alone in his dark corner because he is hiding something and nobody has to find out. After a writing competition between these two, life brings them together. But how can Devon admit he is haunted by his dead girlfriend? This ride isn’t going to be easy.
I can’t really put my finger on Devon. He was a great character, don’t get me wrong, but I got the feeling he was pure darkness. Except from that, both characters were built perfectly. The author really created a perfect story, a perfect world. This is a unique writing style; it will make you addicted to it. I highly recommend this book!
When I started reading this book I didn’t know what to think. At first, I thought I’m not going to like it. Then a few more pages I wasn’t thinking I can’t possible stop reading. It was like my brain couldn’t take a break, he wanted more so I gave him more. It was so captivating, so enthralling you won’t know what hit you.
Both characters, Paige and Devon haven’t got everything nice and all designed for them. They haven’t got the nicest families, no fame no nothing. Paige wants to be the center of attention to everyone, she wants to be noticed. Devon on the other hand wants to be left alone in his dark corner because he is hiding something and nobody has to find out. After a writing competition between these two, life brings them together. But how can Devon admit he is haunted by his dead girlfriend? This ride isn’t going to be easy.
I can’t really put my finger on Devon. He was a great character, don’t get me wrong, but I got the feeling he was pure darkness. Except from that, both characters were built perfectly. The author really created a perfect story, a perfect world. This is a unique writing style; it will make you addicted to it. I highly recommend this book!
April 7, 2015
I'm not a fan of doing reviews, mostly because I know how difficult it can be to read a review of your work, that said.
I received an ARC of this book in exchange for a recommendation.
I'm a little torn about this book, I felt like it had potential but it just stopped. The end came, it was done and I was left confused, frustrated and maybe a little annoyed. I needed more information. I have more questions and maybe 2 of many questions were answered before the end of the book.
What I did like. I liked Devon, although I still don't know as much about him as I would like. He has a lot of secrets and not being in on them got to me. I wasn't as fond of Paige, I kept telling myself that she's so young to give her a chance but I had a tough time with her.
I was confused by the title, figuring maybe it had something to do with the newspaper aspect of the story but I could be wrong. In fact I finished this book feeling like I had no idea what I had just read. Friends keep asking me what I thought and I tell them to read it so I have someone to talk to about it with. In fact, if anyone who read it would like to help me out, I would appreciate it.
At the end of the day I'm just torn. It left me with way too many questions and not enough interest to read the next book. Don't get me wrong, I may still read it but it's dropped on my to-read list.
I received an ARC of this book in exchange for a recommendation.
I'm a little torn about this book, I felt like it had potential but it just stopped. The end came, it was done and I was left confused, frustrated and maybe a little annoyed. I needed more information. I have more questions and maybe 2 of many questions were answered before the end of the book.
What I did like. I liked Devon, although I still don't know as much about him as I would like. He has a lot of secrets and not being in on them got to me. I wasn't as fond of Paige, I kept telling myself that she's so young to give her a chance but I had a tough time with her.
I was confused by the title, figuring maybe it had something to do with the newspaper aspect of the story but I could be wrong. In fact I finished this book feeling like I had no idea what I had just read. Friends keep asking me what I thought and I tell them to read it so I have someone to talk to about it with. In fact, if anyone who read it would like to help me out, I would appreciate it.
At the end of the day I'm just torn. It left me with way too many questions and not enough interest to read the next book. Don't get me wrong, I may still read it but it's dropped on my to-read list.
January 31, 2014
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This story was a slow start, but it sure builds the suspense. There are a lot of intersecting elements that can be found in The Death of Ink, which in the end leave us a bit confused but wanting more. John weaves a very intricate story that keeps you engrossed and wanting to find out just what is really going on.
I enjoyed both of the main characters, they each brought something interesting to the mix and it worked well together. Paige is striving to make a name for herself as the winner of a writing contest, if only to fund her other expeditions in life, as well as, to get out of the shadow of her last name. A name that is associated with deadbeats and teen pregnancies. Devon is trying to deal with the fact that a dead girl visits him in the middle of the night and convince his family that things are getting better for him. Both of these high school seniors are struggling to go about their day to day lives and make the most of it all, and along the way they find solace in each other.
I must say that the ending was very abrupt and left me wondering what had just happened, I can only home that John plans to explain further in the next installment.
This story was a slow start, but it sure builds the suspense. There are a lot of intersecting elements that can be found in The Death of Ink, which in the end leave us a bit confused but wanting more. John weaves a very intricate story that keeps you engrossed and wanting to find out just what is really going on.
I enjoyed both of the main characters, they each brought something interesting to the mix and it worked well together. Paige is striving to make a name for herself as the winner of a writing contest, if only to fund her other expeditions in life, as well as, to get out of the shadow of her last name. A name that is associated with deadbeats and teen pregnancies. Devon is trying to deal with the fact that a dead girl visits him in the middle of the night and convince his family that things are getting better for him. Both of these high school seniors are struggling to go about their day to day lives and make the most of it all, and along the way they find solace in each other.
I must say that the ending was very abrupt and left me wondering what had just happened, I can only home that John plans to explain further in the next installment.
March 14, 2016
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Today I Have a book, that I both enjoyed and didn't. I know this is confusing, but it's the truth. I had to start many times in order to finally get into the book. I mean, I was so intrigued with the title of the book, but I just didn't find any connection to it throughout the book. Yes, it's a pity, and maybe it was due to my lack of concentration, but I just didn't get it, what was going to die? Paige's Dream? or Devon's writing?
Oh, sorry never wanted to spill out anything. Overall, the book is good, especially for a debut novel, and I expect even more from the second book! enjoy it to its fullest and don't forget to share your thoughts below!
Today I Have a book, that I both enjoyed and didn't. I know this is confusing, but it's the truth. I had to start many times in order to finally get into the book. I mean, I was so intrigued with the title of the book, but I just didn't find any connection to it throughout the book. Yes, it's a pity, and maybe it was due to my lack of concentration, but I just didn't get it, what was going to die? Paige's Dream? or Devon's writing?
Oh, sorry never wanted to spill out anything. Overall, the book is good, especially for a debut novel, and I expect even more from the second book! enjoy it to its fullest and don't forget to share your thoughts below!
November 18, 2015
took me three day by ebook, and I loved it at once, the scene and descriptions were awesome, everything was great with the school and the way the friends all were together at once, great job, M.M. John for the book and writing.
February 3, 2014
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