Wings (Wings, #1) in SA Book & Challenge Lovers

Jan 21, 2012 Mandy Sickle rated it really liked it

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Laurel has always been different but it wasn’t till she had to start public school did she realize just how different she is. Granted she eats only fruits and veggies is only the beginning to unlock the mystery of who Laurel really is. When she notices a bump on her back she instantly thinks she’s growing a tumor but when she wakes up one morning sprouting a giant flower she needs to figure out what is really going on. Deciding that she trust David the most she hides the flower under clothes and Laurel has always been different but it wasn’t till she had to start public school did she realize just how different she is. Granted she eats only fruits and veggies is only the beginning to unlock the mystery of who Laurel really is. When she notices a bump on her back she instantly thinks she’s growing a tumor but when she wakes up one morning sprouting a giant flower she needs to figure out what is really going on. Deciding that she trust David the most she hides the flower under clothes and sets out to let him study a part of the petal she cut off, and even shows him the flower growing out of her back. Together they team up to figure out just what is happening to her.

Laurel returns home to her old house on the property that her parents are trying to sell and has an encounter with a green haired guy name Tamani who explains that she’s a fairy. Suddenly it all makes sense why she eats what she does and why she has a flower growing out of her back. With the news of her parents selling the land the truth about why she’s with her parents comes to light. When her father becomes sick Laurel needs to get to the bottom of what’s going on and figure out who is threating her family. Will Laurel be able to save her father and the land from the threats she knows nothing about?

I liked Laurel she’s just a sweetheart who may be a little different from other teenagers but tries her best. I like that she has David who can support her while she is coming to terms with being a fairy. He’s a good guy with a good heart who’s exactly what Laurel needs. I wasn’t sure about Tamani at first but now I’m kind of conflicted each guy has Laurels best interest at heart but I feel a possible love triangle which makes me a little sad.

I’ve had Wings on my kindle for a while with every intention of reading it but I never got around to it yet. However it worked perfectly for my reading challenge so I decided to give it a shot. It’s been a while since I’ve read a fairy book but right from the start this one isn’t like your typical fairy book it’s very unique with a whole new concept. Wings is a fast paced novel filled with mystery, intrigue, action and just a hint of romance a perfect mix. I enjoyed the characters it was easy to connect with Laurel she reminds me of the girl next door. I really found the whole story well written it’s a light hearted story so it was easy for me to finish in just one day I struggled to put it down, had to know what would happen to Laurel next. This isn’t my first book by the author but I just love her writing style it’s so beautifully written it flows from start to finish. I’m looking forward to reading the rest of the series this may be my favorite take on fairies yet. ...more

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Jul 16, 2009 Lu rated it it was ok

My Rating:

5/10

My Take:

This was an ok read. It showed me a side of fairies i have never read before. I like the "science" behind it all! It was unique in some ways, but cringe worthy in others.

Don't ask me why, but it reminded me of Artemis Fowl. Not a bad thing, I just keep on seeing cartoony characters, which kind of put me off.

The plot was also a bit meh....

But other than that, the story really flowed well, and it kept me busy :P

*Spoilers*

I'm not sure I like the whole, I don't know who to cho ...more

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Jul 11, 2010 Lauren (Sugar & Snark) rated it really liked it

I don't usuually enjoy books about the fae, fairies or whatever you want to call them, and would never have picked up this book had it not been my book clubs book of the month. But having said that I realy did find it to be an easy enjoyable read. The dialog was not exactly challanging but what made the book interesting for me was the new twist on "fairy" lore, and the way the author actually atemts to explain the science behind it. So often you read a book about a mythical creature and you are ...more

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Apr 30, 2010 Sonette rated it liked it

I really liked this book, which was surprising because I have not got on the faerie themed train as yet. It was very sweet and the characters are easily likable. I'm anticipating I'm not going to like the outcome of the Laurel / Tamani relationship ultimately, but we'll see. I thought it was a delightful first book for this author and I will definitely continue to read her work. ...more

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