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Fallen by Lauren Kate is a young adult novel that follows the story of Luce, a girl who discovers she can see shadows and later learns that they are called announcers, allowing her to see the past. As she attends a reform school called Sword and Cross, she meets Daniel, a boy she feels a deep connection with. Throughout the book, Luce uncovers the truth about her past lives, the presence of fallen angels around her, and her own identity, leading to a mysterious and adventurous journey filled with romance and self-discovery.

The plot of Fallen revolves around Luce's relationships with Daniel and Cam, both fallen angels, and the love triangle that develops between them. The story delves into themes of fate, reincarnation, and the eternal battle between good and evil as Luce navigates through her past lives and discovers the truth about her existence. The writing style of Lauren Kate in Fallen combines elements of dark, gothic romance with suspenseful storytelling, creating a unique and captivating narrative that keeps readers engaged till the end.

Characters:

Luce, Daniel, and Cam are the main characters, each with distinct personalities that drive the love triangle's tension, while secondary characters add depth to the story.

Writing/Prose:

The writing style is atmospheric, engaging, and layered, drawing readers into the gothic setting while maintaining interest despite occasional slow pacing.

Plot/Storyline:

The plot revolves around Luce, a girl with a troubled past, as she navigates life at a reform school and uncovers her connection to Daniel, a fallen angel, amidst supernatural threats.

Setting:

The setting is a darkly gothic reform school in Georgia, enhancing the novel's atmosphere and tension.

Pacing:

The pacing is uneven, beginning slowly with character exploration and building tension, before shifting to rapid action and an abrupt ending.
Luce barged into the fluorescent-lit lobby of the Sword & Cross School ten minutes later than she should have. A barrel-chested attendant with ruddy cheeks and a clipboard clamped under an iron bicep ...

Notes:

Fallen is a paranormal romance novel focusing on forbidden love between a mortal girl, Luce, and a fallen angel, Daniel.
The story features a love triangle between Luce, Daniel, and another boy, Cam, who also has feelings for her.
The book deals with themes of reincarnation, as Luce and Daniel have been lovers in past lives for centuries, doomed to lose each other with every lifetime.
Luce can see 'shadows' that nobody else can, which adds a mysterious element to the story.
The novel is set in a reform school called Sword Cross, giving a unique twist compared to typical high school settings.
Daniel Grigori's last name hints at his angelic nature; 'Grigori' refers to a type of fallen angel in biblical literature.
The writing is described as atmospheric, creating a gothic and suspenseful mood throughout the novel.
The book received mixed reviews, with comparisons to Twilight due to its romantic tropes and characters' dynamics.
The sequel to Fallen, titled Torment, was released in September 2010, continuing Luce's and Daniel's story.
The cover art of Fallen has been praised for its beauty and has had a strong influence on readers' initial interest in the book.

Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings

Readers should be aware of themes involving mental health crises, death, and some dark supernatural elements.

Has Romance?

The romance between Luce and Daniel is a central focus of the story, along with the conflict presented by Cam.

From The Publisher:

Read FALLEN, the worldwide sensation that's both dangerously exciting and darkly romantic.

#1 New York Times bestseller

A USA Today bestseller

One of NPR.com's 100 Best-Ever Teen Novels

More than 3 million series copies in print!

There's something achingly familiar about Daniel Grigori.

Mysterious and aloof, he captures Luce Price's attention from the moment she sees him on her first day at the Sword & Cross boarding school in sultry Savannah, Georgia. He's the one bright spot in a place where cell phones are forbidden, the other students are all screw-ups, and security cameras watch every move.

Even though Daniel wants nothing to do with Luce-and goes out of his way to make that very clear-she can't let it go. Drawn to him like a moth to a flame, she has to find out what Daniel is so desperate to keep secret . . . even if it kills her.

"Sexy and fascinating and scary . . . I loved loved loved it!"-New York Times bestselling author P.C. Cast

Ratings (75)

Incredible (14)
Loved It (24)
Liked It (16)
It Was OK (8)
Did Not Like (10)
Hated It (3)

Reader Stats (128):

Read It (84)
Currently Reading (3)
Want To Read (30)
Did Not Finish (1)
Not Interested (10)

3 comment(s)

Liked It
3 weeks

Angsty teenaged love with angels and reincarnation.

It wasn't a bad book, but I may be reaching my yearly quota of books with young, dull heroines pining over their boyfriends.

Although, Cam sounded like a hot tamale.

 
It Was OK
4 months

I've been wanting to read this for a while and... it was okay. Weird Twilight with angels instead of vamps. Not sure if I should continue with the series. Did you guys enjoy the second book? If not, please send me some audiobooks you like :)

 
Loved It
9 months

Love how it highlights the gray area between good and evil.

 

About the Author:

Lauren Kate is the #1 New York Times- and internationally bestselling author of nine novels for young adults, including Fallen, which was made into a major motion picture. Her books have been translated into more than thirty languages and have…

 
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