Traveling Through Pages

Publication: September 16, 2014 by HarperCollins

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Goodreads Summary:

"When Eva Tilling wakes up in the hospital, she’s confused—who in her sleepy little North Carolina town could have hit her with their car? And why? But before she can consider the question, she finds that she’s awoken with a strange new skill: the ability to foresee people’s deaths when they touch her. While she is recovering from the hit-and-run, Nate, an old flame, reappears, and the two must traverse their rocky past as they figure out how to use Eva’s power to keep her friends—and themselves—alive. But while Eva and Nate grow closer, the killer grows increasingly frantic in his attempt to get to Eva."

I was totally captivated by this book! The plot drew me in and would not let go. This is a thrilling, and slightly disturbing, mystery full of suspense! 

My favorite part of the book is that there are chapters from the killer's perspective. The reader knows what is going on in the killer's mind, but the killer's identity is not revealed. The whole book I was dying to figure out who this messed up person is in Eva's life. 

Also, I am a sucker for books set in a small town, so this one is right up my alley! The drama that arises is so entertaining.

I connected very well with the main character. Eva is the kind of girl that does not want to give into the small town state of mind, but sometimes she has to follow along to keep her friends. Although, she does have one best friend that is from out of town, who is so funny and makes sure to keep Eva in check. Eva definitely understands how this town works, but she still struggles to endure it.

There's also a romance, but it does not take center-stage, which I appreciate. This book is all about the mystery and finding the killer.

There is also the paranormal aspect because Eva can now see how people die. This also is not a focus of the story. She uses this skill as a tool to help keep her friends and family safe, but it isn't fully explored.

This story feels very realistic and I think most everything plays out in a realistic way. Except for some things at the end.

I couldn't give this book a higher rating because I wish the paranormal aspect was more developed and some parts towards the end were a little out there.

With all of that said, this book will give you goosebumps and keep you on the edge of your seat! I highly enjoyed it.

* I received a physical ARC of this book from RT Booklovers Convention for free. Thanks to HarperCollins for handing them out. All opinions are my own. *