- Reading level: Young Adult
- Hardcover: 240 pages
- Publisher: Bloomsbury USA Children's Books (January 19, 2010)
Synopsis
Cassandra Renfield has always seen the mark—a glow around certain people reminiscent of candlelight. But the one time she mentioned it, it was dismissed as a trick of the light. Until the day she watches a man awash in the mark die. After searching her memories, Cassie realizes she can see a person’s imminent death. Not how or where, only when: today.
Armed with a vague understanding of the light, Cassie begins to explore her “gift,” seeking those marked for death and probing the line between decision and destiny. Though she’s careful to hide her secret—even from her new philosophy-obsessed boyfriend—with each impending death comes the temptation to test fate. But so many questions remain. How does the mark work? Why is she the only one who sees it? And finally, the most important of all: If you know today is someone’s last, should you tell them?
My Review
The Mark leaves you asking one question. Does fate exist? Cassie can see a light which she has explored for herself to find out what it means. During so she was left with even more questions of why her whole family has lied to her. She meets a TA of a local college should she trust him with her secret?
The book confused me a little with the plot. It seemed to jump into a new topic with out explaining first. I enjoyed Cassie's character. I loved to hate Lucas'. I had a lot to think about during this book. It won't leave you bored. This book left me wanting more. I can't wait for the sequel. I can only assume there will be a sequel it was good enough to definitely be another one. Go out and pre-order The Mark you won't regret it. So I have one question for you, Is fate determined or can it be changed?
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12 Clever Comments:
Great review :) I've been wondering about this book.
Been hearing a lot about this book lately. It is up in the air for me, but it is starting to sound good. Great review. ♥ Parajunkee
OHH Awesome review, I cant wait till this one gets here! :)
Wow, I love the intro to your review! In fact, I love your entire review! I can't wait to read this!
wow, that book sounds really good. Nice review.
Great review! I thought about buying this the other day and passed...perhaps I should reconsider haha :)
Great review!
I love the premise of this book--seeing the glow, so I definitely want to read it :)
Great review! The glow definitely sounds like it signifies a lot, and The Mark sounds like a very thought provoking read. :)
I can't wait 2 start this book. It looks really good :D
Thanks for the review! I pre-ordered my copy ages ago and it should arrive soon. Can't wait!!!
Does fate exist? Deep question! I MUST READ THIS BOOK!!!! Even if the plot does sometimes get confusing.
I just read this book! It was great.
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