Part of Hush, Hush, book 1
First published 2009
Nora Grey never cared about romance until Patch arrived at her school. His knowing smile and penetrating gaze pull her toward him despite her instincts. Her best friend Vee keeps pushing other boys at her, but Nora only has eyes for the enigmatic newcomer. Strange and frightening events begin happening around her. Patch appears wherever she goes and knows things about her that even close friends don't. Nora can't decide if she should trust him or flee. When she digs for answers, she uncovers a disturbing truth. She has stumbled into the middle of an age-old conflict between immortal beings and fallen angels. Patch is connected to this supernatural battle in ways she never imagined. Now Nora must choose a side in this ancient war. The wrong decision could cost her everything, including her life. Her growing feelings for Patch complicate every choice she faces.
Genres: romance, fantasy, young-adult, paranormal
Vibes: atmospheric, dark, suspenseful
Tropes: chosen-one, enemies-to-lovers
391 pages · Hardcover · Simon & Schuster
Content warnings: violence