Charlotte K. (diamondsae82) - , reviewed on 8/15/2012 + 30 more book reviews

I have had this book on my to-read list for awhile, but I never realized that it was about zombies. I was caught off guard by that, but found that I couldn't put it down. It is very well written and the story sucks you right in.

Mary lives in a small village with her mother and brother. They are imprisoned by a fence in which they can never cross. It is made to keep out the Unconsecrated and keep them safe. The Guardians watch the fence line to ensure there are no breaches, but every now and then, someone gets too close. A bite means death, whether by turning and being killed before you can turn. This is how Mary lost her father. He now roams the Forest of Hands and Teeth as an Unconsecrated. Her mother is always searching the tree line for him. One day, Mary is to accompany her mother to the fence to search for her father. She is caught up by Harry, her childhood friend who is suddenly interested in being more. She is delayed and then she hears the sirens. She knows instantly that its her mother. As she watches her mother transition from human to Unconsecrated, she knows that her life won't ever be the same.

This story is incredibly sad. It is a book of love and tragedy. They story is very well written and keeps you interested. I think there was only one part that I got a little bored, but it didn't last long. I felt like Mary was a very selfish person and she is frustrating. I am continuing on in the series to find out what happens. I hope that there is some good fortune in the upcoming books.

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