Series: Alienated, #1
Publisher: Disney Hyperion
Publishing Date: Feb. 4, 2014
Format: hardcover, won
Links: Goodreads | Amazon | B&N
344 Pages
Synopsis
Two years ago, the aliens made contact. Now Cara Sweeney is going to be sharing a bathroom with one of them.
Handpicked to host the first-ever L’eihr exchange student, Cara thinks her future is set. Not only does she get a free ride to her dream college, she’ll have inside information about the mysterious L’eihrs that every journalist would kill for. Cara’s blog following is about to skyrocket.
Still, Cara isn’t sure what to think when she meets Aelyx. Humans and L’eihrs have nearly identical DNA, but cold, infuriatingly brilliant Aelyx couldn’t seem more alien. She’s certain about one thing, though: no human boy is this good-looking.
But when Cara's classmates get swept up by anti-L'eihr paranoia, Midtown High School suddenly isn't safe anymore. Threatening notes appear in Cara's locker, and a police officer has to escort her and Aelyx to class.
Cara finds support in the last person she expected. She realizes that Aelyx isn’t just her only friend; she's fallen hard for him. But Aelyx has been hiding the truth about the purpose of his exchange, and its potentially deadly consequences. Soon Cara will be in for the fight of her life—not just for herself and the boy she loves, but for the future of her planet.
My Review
What a fun, unique book! I want the L'eihrs to be real! First of all, a cure for cancer?! Yes, please! Second, telepathic communication? Absolutely! And do I need to mention really good looking guys?
I really wasn't sure what to expect with this book, or whether I would like it. I've never really read anything with aliens before, but since I won it last year, I figured I should give it a try! This really was an interesting and unique book. I wasn't expecting to like it as much as I did. But Aelyx and Cara are great characters. They seem to hit it off pretty fast, and Cara tries so hard to make Aelyx feel at home and find foods he likes. There was a little romance in this book, suspense and science fiction. An interesting combination that really worked. There were times I laughed, wanted to cry, and many, many times I swooned over the characters. Definitely worth the read if it can bring out that many emotions in me!
I can't wait to read the next book in this series. Good thing I just found out the short story between Alienated and Invaded, Until Midnight, is free on Amazon! I just downloaded it and can't wait to start it and then buy Invaded! That should hold me over until I can get to the store next... :)
Others in the Series
Alienated, #1.5 Alienated, #2
OOOh nice review! I bought this one a little while ago but haven't had time to read it. I was skeptical at first, read some not so nice reviews, but then later reviews had me changing my mind! So glad I did buy it! Now I just need to read it! LOL! Great review!
ReplyDeletelol Yes you do! I wasn't sure about it either, but I won a copy of it, so I thought I'd finally give it a chance! (: I hope you like it when you actually do read it! Let me know what you think!
DeleteI love this review, and I've been reluctant to pick up this book ever since it came out just because I'm not used to reading alien books. I'll definitely be picking this one up the next time I check out my local bookstore. I can't wait to get started. If u liked this alien book, I recommend the Lux series by Jennifer L. Armentrout. One of the best alien series I've ever read <3
ReplyDeleteAlex @ The Book's Buzz
Oh that's awesome to hear! I'll definitely check out that series! I love finding new books (: I definitely recommend this one. I was a little skeptical at first, but definitely worth it!
DeleteTina
This book has been on my TBR for forever. I'm glad you enjoyed it. It gives me something to look forward to. :)
ReplyDeleteYes, it's worth the read! I hope you enjoy it as much as I did!
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