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The Graces (The Graces Novels) Kindle Edition

by Laure Eve (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.0 out of 5 stars 389 ratings
Editors' pick Best Young Adult
“The Graces demands to be read twice: The first time for the suspense; the second for the subtleties you missed initially.” —The New York Times Book Review

Everyone loves the Graces. Fenrin, Thalia, and Summer Grace are attractive, rich, and glamorous, and they’ve cast a spell over their high school—and their entire town. They’re also rumored to have powerful connections all over the world. If you’re not in love with one of them, you want to be one of them. This is especially true for River, the new girl at school.

River’s different from the rest of the horde that both revere and fear the Grace family. She’s dark, aloof, and just maybe . . . magical. And she wants to be a Grace more than anything. But what the Graces don’t know is that River’s presence in their town is no accident. The first rule of witchcraft is that if you want something bad enough, you can get it . . . no matter who has to pay.

“A teenage girl becomes obsessed with a family of reputed witches . . . vivid . . . powerful.” —Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

“Eve conjures up an intriguing vision of small-town mystique, with the Grace family depicted as unknowable and otherworldly—the mystery of whether magic is at play hangs over much of the story—and self-involved, obsessive River’s less-than-trustworthy narration adds to the air of uncertainty.” —Publishers Weekly
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    The Graces
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    356 pages
  4. Language
    English
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    6 - 12
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    Amulet Books
  7. Publication date
    September 6, 2016
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Gr 9 Up—Local legend says that the Grace family are witches—able to bend the world around them to suit their purposes. River wants desperately to believe in their magic, to believe that Summer Grace could really become her best friend, that handsome Fenrin Grace might be attracted to her, and even that she could learn to control such gifts in herself. But as she comes to learn the family's secrets (and admit her own), unexpected death is the result, and now there's no way back. Or is there? Can the Graces be relied on to help her, or will they simply retreat, leaving her alone and desperate again? Although lacking the lush prose and historical backing of Maggie Stiefvater's work, this story will appeal to the same group of urban fantasy lovers. River's coming-of-age story as she learns she can't rely on others but must accept responsibility for her own actions will resonate with teens. Explicit language, multiple underage drinking scenes, and a short love scene make this title more appropriate for more mature readers. VERDICT Purchase where urban fantasies, particularly novels by Maggie Stiefvater, are popular.—Elizabeth Friend, Wester Middle School, TX

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**STARRED REVIEW**
"The ending will make readers want to read the entire novel again, immediately, to admire the clues they missed before. Though the facts may be slippery, the prose never is; it's precise, vivid, and immediate. Powerful."―Kirkus

"The Graces demands to be read twice: The first time for the suspense; the second for the subtleties you missed initially."―New York Times Book Review

"Eve conjures up an intriguing vision of small-town mystique, with the Grace family depicted as unknowable and otherworldly—the mystery of whether magic is at play hangs over much of the story—and self-involved, obsessive River’s less-than-trustworthy narration adds to the air of uncertainty….Eve keeps the story’s speculative elements satisfyingly ambiguous."―Publishers Weekly

"Even putting the magic aside, this will still ring true to the many teenagers who have tried desperately to shape their identities around others."―Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books

"What is myth for the new millennium? In The Graces, Laure Eve confronts what’s left of the old with something that might take its place."―Locus

"Readers will sense that River isn’t who she claims to be (River isn’t even her real name), and for that reason, they’ll anxiously flip through pages, trying to pinpoint her angle and motives."―Bookpage

"I was immediately enchanted by The Graces. Laure Eve's novel weaves together an intoxicating blend of magic and mystery that had me daydreaming about life as a Grace even when I wasn't reading the book." ―Danielle Vega, Author of THE MERCILESS and SURVIVE THE NIGHT

"Mysterious, beautiful, and unnerving, The Graces, like its titular family, will keep you enthralled from beginning to end."―Samantha Shannon, New York Times- Bestselling Author of THE BONE SEASON

"Powerful, deadly, chilling, and compelling. It's a masterpiece." ―Melinda Salisbury, Author of THE SIN EATER'S DAUGHTER

The Graces is highly readable, something that a writer deserves praise for, especially when dealing with coming of age stories and the over-wrought, emotional lives of teenagers. The witchcraft angle is deftly dealt with, without too much detail or explanation being provided and so without a risk of cheesiness. The comparisons to the film The Craft are valid—The Graces too, is an examination of story about friendship between young women, magic, witchcraft, power, and everything a young girl would do to belong in exactly the way she wanted. It’s a creepy little story, told deceptively easily, one that will leave many young readers wanting to go back to the start, or wanting another novel to soon follow.―Tor.Com

This well-paced, beautifully written book is about flawed characters trying to understand themselves.―RT Book Reviews

This just might be the novel to cure your post Harry Potter blues...Laure’s newest adventure features stellar characters, a page-turning plot and a twist you WON’T see coming.―Brit + Co

"A realistic but dark take on magic. It draws readers into its unsettling narrative."―Booklist

Product details

  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B01H95T6MQ
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Amulet Books (September 6, 2016)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ September 6, 2016
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 12.0 MB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 356 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.0 out of 5 stars 389 ratings

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Laure Eve

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Laure Eve is the author of critically acclaimed duologies The Graces and The Curses, Fearsome Dreamer and The Illusionists, and the forthcoming duology Blackheart Knights (spring 2021).

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She has been published in 10 languages and has regularly appeared at festivals, conventions and conferences in countries around the world.

She speaks English and French, and can hold a vague conversation, usually about food, in Greek.

The name is pronounced lore eev. (in English. In French there's a whole back of the throat deal).

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Customers find the book gratifying to read, with one mentioning it's particularly suitable for October. The story receives positive feedback for its complex plot and amazing twists. The character development receives mixed reactions, with some customers appreciating the boldly real characters while others find them somewhat stereotypical.

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Customers find the book very gratifying to read, with one customer noting it's particularly suitable for October, while another mentions it effectively builds reader-doubt and is relatable.

"...magic, unexpected twists, and characters that are boldly real and relatable, give The Graces a shot." Read more

"...Ms Eve does great job of building reader-doubt as to what is real/related. Thoughtful debut." Read more

"...the days - It's very entertaining, very surprising, and definitely left me wanting more (thankfully it is the first in a series)...." Read more

"This book was great. Could notbput it down!" Read more

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Customers enjoy the twists in the book, finding the story complex and surprising, with one customer particularly praising the ending.

"...If you love a thriller, mixed with teenaged anghst, magic, unexpected twists, and characters that are boldly real and relatable, give The Graces a..." Read more

"...I read the whole thing in the days - It's very entertaining, very surprising, and definitely left me wanting more..." Read more

"I loved every character and the story throughout the book! This book stuck with me after I finished reading it...." Read more

"LOVE THIS BOOK!!!! A fresh voice for YA!! Loved the twists and turns, the story was complex and not formulaic as I sometimes feel YA can be...." Read more

6 customers mention "Character development"3 positive3 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the character development in the book, with some finding them boldly real while others describe them as stereotypical.

"...mixed with teenaged anghst, magic, unexpected twists, and characters that are boldly real and relatable, give The Graces a shot." Read more

"Dark coming-of-age theme. Somewhat hyperbolic oppositioning of characters. Ms Eve does great job of building reader-doubt as to what is real/related...." Read more

"I loved every character and the story throughout the book! This book stuck with me after I finished reading it...." Read more

"...Plot is pretty recycled from The Craft, and the characters are all a little flat. Buy for a deal, worth 2$ not ten" Read more

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  • David Maldonado
    5.0 out of 5 stars I like to feel like a story is working and building ...
    Reviewed in the United States on September 27, 2016
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    The Graces is a slower read than I'm used to, however it was a very gratifying book to read. The vibe you get when you read it is a cross between the movie, Mean Girls, and the movie, The Craft. Both Classics in their own right, which made me appreciate Laure Eve's story.

    The story itself doesn't really have a plot, which normally I'm not a fan of. I like to feel like a story is working and building up to something major, and that it's possible for me to remember things chronologically. But I never felt disappointed or felt like something was missing. The Graces themselves are a mysterious family that have an appealing allure to everyone around. Rumors fly that they practice magic, and the Graces are both beautiful and talented. The family line itself has power within the government and other high prestige positions. It's no wonder why our main character River, a new resident to the town after her and her mother lose the father, completely falls head over heels for them. She does what most wish they could do, actually befriends them.

    You see, The Graces never have friends outside of themselves. They are a close-nit family, which include two sisters, a brother, and two parents. They have many secrets, and never let anyone infiltrate their ranks, until River. What I loved was how River was able to live this sort of double life. She pushed herself out of her comfort zone and became someone else when she was around The Graces. She was funnier, bolder, and more charismatic. She pushed each Grace to their limits, even the parents. Another interesting aspect was how even though they were practicing magic, it always felt questionable; as if magic wasn't real. Each Grace child had their own unique view on magic and that affected both the story and their interactions with River.

    I won't give specific details away, but the twist at the end was superb. Magic is very real, at least in their world. We find that out through some very intense events that take place. River is not what she appears to be, yet neither are The Graces. I will say that it will be interesting to see the dynamics change in book two, in light of the ending events of The Graces.

    If you love a thriller, mixed with teenaged anghst, magic, unexpected twists, and characters that are boldly real and relatable, give The Graces a shot.
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  • Carol Chau
    4.0 out of 5 stars Magical Coming of Age
    Reviewed in the United States on October 7, 2020
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    Dark coming-of-age theme. Somewhat hyperbolic oppositioning of characters. Ms Eve does great job of building reader-doubt as to what is real/related. Thoughtful debut.
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  • Sandra
    3.0 out of 5 stars Neat premise, no promise
    Reviewed in the United States on January 20, 2017
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    Nothing groundbreaking. Plot is pretty recycled from The Craft, and the characters are all a little flat. Buy for a deal, worth 2$ not ten
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  • Rachel Kowert
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great read for October
    Reviewed in the United States on October 25, 2016
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    I just finished The Graces which is the first book I've read for fun since the last Harry Potter book... and I don't mean The Cursed Child. I read the whole thing in the days - It's very entertaining, very surprising, and definitely left me wanting more (thankfully it is the first in a series).

    It was also the perfect book selection for October. Who doesn't like a little magic?
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  • Wink
    5.0 out of 5 stars I loved this book!
    Reviewed in the United States on July 27, 2017
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    I loved every character and the story throughout the book! This book stuck with me after I finished reading it. Normally I can just pop open another book the same day, but this one had me thinking about it days after I finished. Very well done!
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    4.0 out of 5 stars Four Stars
    Reviewed in the United States on November 5, 2016
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    This book was great. Could notbput it down!
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  • Kiana
    3.0 out of 5 stars DNF It
    Reviewed in the United States on November 28, 2016
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    The cover is stunning. The story; however, is stereotypical and problematic af at times that I finally gave up.
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  • Bailey Hoffman
    2.0 out of 5 stars Two Stars
    Reviewed in the United States on December 26, 2016
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    This book is SLOOOOW... I'm nearly done with it and practically nothing at all has happened.
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  • Liz Barnsley
    5.0 out of 5 stars I fell in love with The Graces....
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 20, 2017
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    I can't speak for anyone else but I'm CRAZY about this book. Loved it. Completely.

    It is one of those novels that just messes with your head slightly - The Graces are a family who are seemingly magical (it is said they are witches) and River is bound and determined to be their friend. But ulterior motives abound in this story and everyone has their thing...

    I loved how Laure Eve kept it fairly ambiguous during the telling - are they Witches? Are they just the kind of rich that seems mysterious? River herself is drawn to them for her own reasons and they keep their own council - but maybe just maybe she can get with the in crowd. But as life shows us over and over again - be careful what you wish for...

    It is a beautifully drawn tale of friendships made and broken when you get to the heart of it - all the characters are full of depth and contradictions - I fell for them all for different reasons, took a side, changed my mind, went with it a bit then was hit with an intensely clever and heart stopping ending which made me throw the book down and glare at it for a bit saying WAIT WAIT I need more! Sigh. Blinking authors. Luckily the sequel is out this year so not TOO long to tap my fingers impatiently.

    There are some really good themes all hidden in the storytelling here - family ties, growing up and finding your own identity beyond loved ones, the closeness of siblings, its all in here and very beautifully done too. Always with that sense of otherness, the feeling that something is coming you can't quite grasp and truthfully I didn't grasp it at all, not really. Just read it. And wait....

    The Graces was exactly the book I was looking for - it engaged me, made me want to be part of The Grace family, kept me slightly on edge plus I'm a sucker for a good yarn, this was a darned good yarn.

    Bring on book 2! Sooner rather than later please. A pure pleasure of a read.

    Highly Recommended.
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  • OE
    3.0 out of 5 stars Twilight-clichés turned dark(-ish)
    Reviewed in Germany on November 2, 2017
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    A town in the middle of nowhere, situated between moors, forest and a rocky beach. A High-School with the preternaturally beautiful and mysterious siblings from a family that seems to be steeped in secrets. And the new girl (living with a single parent), shy and awkward yet somehow drawing the attention of the unbelievably out-of-her-league high school heart-throb and his family, becoming a part of their inner circle in no time at all. Sound familiar?

    That's because it's supposed to. For a good three-quarters of it's running length this book imitates many clichés made popular by Twilight, to such a degree that it can hardly be called accidental. Everybody knows that the Cullen - I mean, Grace siblings are a little strange, but they're so beautiful and alluring. As the opening line of the book reads: "Everyone said they were witches". The story follows our heroine as she draws the attention and becomes the trusted confidante and friend of the siblings. However, the story doesn't end there. Once that part is completed, the story starts to twist away from the familiar narrative, and darker motives start to emerge. Things aren't what they may have at first seemed, and our protagonist finds herself trapped between love and lies and secrets, with several lives at stake. I won't say more, because SPOILERS.

    The insecurity and dark secrets the main character struggles with are fundamental and intricate, and it's my favourite thing about the book. The twist to a well-known narrative is a brilliant plan. The language is clean and the characters are believable for the most part, the two main characters especially. So why only three stars?

    I said before that the twist to the narrative was a brilliant plan, and I think it was; but the book doesn't quite pull off that plan. Following a cliché and then turning the reader's expectations on their head only works if the initial story is interesting to the reader ON ITS OWN. You can't bank on a reveal that will come on the last pages of the book to justify the whole journey that came before - not if that journey doesn't hold up without the twist. For me at least the only thing that kept me going through the cliché build-up of the story (so, most of the book) was that I wanted to know if there WOULD be that twist at the end, or if it would turn out to be a Twilight-clone with some minor tweaks.

    The second Big Problem with the book was that when the Twist(s) came, none of it was surprising. None of the revelations were things I hadn't been speculating about for the last hundred or so pages. All it did was confirm that there indeed was that twist I'd been wondering about. If neither the build-up nor the finale pay off, what's left at all? ...
    The redeeming quality for me was that once our protagonist gets the lies and secrets and make-believe and the hiding out of the way, she got to grapple with some relatable and interesting issues. It was the first time I was interested in what was happening in the story, and I wish we'd spent more time exploring that rather than rushing through it in 1.2 seconds flat after wasting so much time on first the build-up of the cliché and then the deconstruction of said cliché.

    It's possible the next book makes better use of these factors and (now that the build-up and reveal are out of the way) can really explore its dark and fascinating themes, rather than waste time trying to be clever. I'm not in a hurry to find out though. Like I said, what kept me going through most of the story was wanting to know if there would be that twist at the end; my curiosity satisfied, I am not hungry for more.
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  • Andrea S
    5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect
    Reviewed in Italy on January 7, 2019
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    I can't wait to read it!
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  • Rae Else
    3.0 out of 5 stars I heard things about… There were whispers and rumours… People said it was like The Craft – that movie
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 16, 2017
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    This one, I heard things about… There were whispers and rumours… People said it was like The Craft – that movie, which is a cult movie if you got into witches like I did as a teenager in the 90s. Even if I wasn’t expecting The Craft, perhaps a little bit of comic witchcraft, Charmed anyone? No, no – it was more…ah, are they witches, or aren’t they? Ah, is there a story here, or isn’t there?

    Saying that -- I didn’t stop reading. There was something in the MC’s desperate wish to be a part of the Grace family’s life. Yes, there was the typical story of unrequited love that MC feels towards Fenrin, the Grace boy, but there is a little more as she idolises the entire family. It does aptly describe the thrall that some go through in believing that others lives are better, that if they could just have him as a dad, or her as a mum then things would be…better.

    Would I recommend it though…hmmm, no. I felt the Graces were similar to the Cullens’ in Twilight. Perfect (or that's how the MC sees them), but lacking in substance – wooden. I won’t spoil the twist in case you do read it, but it was very “high school” too. I felt like the MC at the end was like the awkward, nerdy girl, who shows up at her high-school reunion – changed, just to say – I told you I’d make it!
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  • Jasmin Lang
    3.0 out of 5 stars could be good or bad
    Reviewed in Germany on April 26, 2023
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    To be honest, I’m still not entirely sure whether I loved to book or ended up hating it. I feel like The Graces is this kind of book that falls into extremes and either you adore it or you don’t. Though it being the second book of the month, I still haven’t made up my mind almost a month later. I actually liked the idea of an unreliable narrator, causing you to question whether you should believe everything you read or not, but at the same time I was vastly unsatisfied with the information I got, which causes me to lean more towards the “didn’t like it that much” opinion. But as I already said – the final rating is still pending.
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