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Great American Short Stories (Barnes & Noble Signature Editions) Paperback – Import, January 1, 2010

by L.A. Weatherly (Author)
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Angels are all around us: beautiful, awe-inspiring, irresistible.

Ordinary mortals yearn to catch a glimpse of one of these stunning beings and thousands flock to The Church of Angels to feel their healing touch.
But what if their potent magnetism isn't what it seems?
Willow knows she's different from other girls. And not just because she loves tinkering around with cars.
Willow has a gift. She can look into people's futures, know their dreams, their hopes and their regrets, just by touching them. But she has no idea where she gets this power from.

Until she meets Alex…
Alex is one of the few who know the truth about angels. He knows Willow's secret and is on a mission to stop her.
The dark forces within Willow make her dangerous – and irresistible.
In spite of himself, Alex finds he is falling in love with his sworn enemy.
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  1. Print length
    506 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Usborne Publishing Ltd
  4. Publication date
    January 1, 2010
  5. Dimensions
    5.12 x 1.22 x 7.8 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    1409521966
  7. ISBN-13
    978-1409521969
  8. Lexile measure
    720L
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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Usborne Publishing Ltd; First Edition (January 1, 2010)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 506 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1409521966
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1409521969
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ 720L
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 15.2 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.12 x 1.22 x 7.8 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 467 ratings

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Dila
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing book!
Reviewed in the United States on February 5, 2023
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My 3rd time reading this series, still has the same effect every time I read! Sort of a teen romance but amazing development of events, keeps you on the edge of your seat.
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Krista Cubicleblindness
4.0 out of 5 stars Great Read
Reviewed in the United States on March 4, 2011
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Is nothing sacred anymore? I was raised thinking Angels were heavenly creatures, beings that represented good and happiness. But this book has shattered those ideas. These "Angels' are evil with a capital E. They feed off your energy, slowly sucking away all your body's nourishment to live, all the while your dying with this idea that your in heaven, your completely happy and the "Angel" is the best thing to ever happen to you. If your lucky the hotty bad-ass Alex may come and kill the angel before it does much damage, but he's a rare soul. An "AK" -Angel Killer, trained to identify and shoot them in their HALO's!

The romance was swoon-worthy, the action was awesome and the angels were freaky. The main character Willow is a half angel, She can fix your car, see your future and save your world.

This book was Extremely unique, action packed, and left me with unanswered questions (yes it's the first of a series) So pick it up, and keep your pants on because your in for a wild ride.
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T. Velitchkov
5.0 out of 5 stars About Angel
Reviewed in the United States on April 14, 2012
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I did not know what to expect as I didn't read any reviews about the book before I purchased. I loved the book and the sequel too, and can't wait to read the third one which isn't as yet available on Kindle. But the moment I can get it on Kindle - I most definitely will right away.
There is something about Angels that is fascinating me beyond measure, and the more I read - the more I know there is so much yet to learn and to know that hasn't been written about yet...
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Michelle Parkins
3.0 out of 5 stars Great idea, but a bit cliched
Reviewed in the United States on March 9, 2011
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Some of friends recommended this book and on their recommendation I downloaded it immediately.

I like the story idea, but the writing is a bit forced. It doesn't flow as smoothly as it could. It's also a bit repetitive in some places.

It would probably make a really good movie for young adults, but I won't bother buying the second in the series!
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Marie E Price
5.0 out of 5 stars Angel
Reviewed in the United States on December 7, 2012
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Really Really enjoyed this Book. Fantastic Angle Romance book.
Amazing story line, found it hard to leave the book, Couldn't wait to read next Series
Wow love this Book. Keeps you on your toes, can't wait to see what's next.
Really enjoyed it recommed to you all....
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Johanna
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing and unique story- fast moving and lots of action and romance. MUST read!
Reviewed in the United States on June 18, 2012
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Frankly, i am surprised this trilogy has not gotten more traction. I loved the Hunger Games, Twilight and 50 shades and this tops the list for sure. Great twist on the world of angels and how one girl is destined for great things but she has no idea..
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Sophia
4.0 out of 5 stars Great book
Reviewed in the United States on July 1, 2015
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I think that it was a great book. Detailed and very clever. Was definitely worth reading. Same with the next to books as well.
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Whispering Stories
5.0 out of 5 stars The first in an amazing paranormal romance book.
Reviewed in the United States on July 24, 2015
"Angel" is the first book in the Angel trilogy. It is a YA book, but once again I found myself reading, and enjoying a book from that genre.

We follow the life of Willow, who has had a hard time growing up. She grew up not knowing who her father was. Her mum is so mentally ill that she can’t look after herself, let alone Willow, meaning that Willow had to be brought up by her aunt, who lives with her and her mum.

She isn’t your average teenager girl, she loves fixing car engines, oh and she has a psychic ability to see peoples future.

When Beth, one of the popular girls from school, asks her for a reading, Willow reluctantly agrees. It’s not doing the reading though that worries her, it’s what she sees in Beth’s future. Beth is sick, thin, and pale. She is a member of the ‘Church of Angels’, and its the angels that are draining the life out of her. Not understanding what she has witnessed, she still warns Beth to stay away from the church.

This is the start of Willows acceptance that angels are real, and that she may just be part-angel herself.

Willow is a very warm, sincere character, that has had a run of bad luck. She is sassy, strong and beautiful and hates her psychic ability. She is the kind of character that you feel sorry for and want the best to work out for her.

Alex is a strong, soldier like young man. He has been training all his life to be the best AK (Angel Killer) there is. He has grown up with the knowledge that ‘Angels’ are evil, after his mum was killed by one and he will use every ounce of his body to eradicate them from his world.

He is gorgeous and sexy and every bit the, hard-as-nails character he should be, even if now and again you do get to see his softer side, alongside his irritating, moody side.

From the moment Willow and Alex meet, you feel the chemistry that is building between them. They are obviously attracted to each other, even if neither of them wants to accept it.

The plot is the opposite of what we have all been brought up to believe, that angels are heavenly beings sent to protect us. These angels are evil, they hunt out their prey and feed off them until they either become mentally incapable, or are riddled with cancer.

The story is told from various viewpoints, including Raziel’s, one of the chief angels. With having the views from different people, you can connect with the characters and even understand, if not agree with, why the angels are amongst us, feeding.

I found myself engrossed in the book and rushing through it, wanting to devour the whole trilogy. The plot is unique and intriguing and had lots of moments that I didn’t expect.

You do have to give yourself time to get into the book, as it starts off quite slowly, and at one point I thought that I’d made a mistake in buying it. Then the action kicks off and that’s when it hits you, that urge to read and not stop.

If paranormal, supernatural, YA books are of interest to you, I would recommend reading the ‘Angel Trilogy’.
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Samadreeta Sawarni
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing
Reviewed in India on March 2, 2023
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Worth all the money
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Solene15
4.0 out of 5 stars Top
Reviewed in France on August 26, 2022
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Beau livre
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Chloe
5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic
Reviewed in Australia on June 10, 2021
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I first read this when i was like 10. Although some of the scenes were a little spicy. I absolutely love the series and can’t wait to reread it again.
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JASMIN
4.0 out of 5 stars Four Stars
Reviewed in Canada on October 28, 2014
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in my mind i thought the book was going to be a bit bigger but thats ok
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Whispering Stories
5.0 out of 5 stars The Angels are amongst us.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 14, 2014
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"Angel" is the first book in the Angel trilogy. It is a YA book, but once again I found myself reading, and enjoying a book from that genre.

We follow the life of Willow, who has had a hard time growing up. She grew up not knowing who her father was. Her mum is so mentally ill that she can’t look after herself, let alone Willow, meaning that Willow had to be brought up by her aunt, who lives with her and her mum.

She isn’t your average teenager girl, she loves fixing car engines, oh and she has a psychic ability to see peoples future.

When Beth, one of the popular girls from school, asks her for a reading, Willow reluctantly agrees. It’s not doing the reading though that worries her, it’s what she sees in Beth’s future. Beth is sick, thin, and pale. She is a member of the ‘Church of Angels’, and its the angels that are draining the life out of her. Not understanding what she has witnessed, she still warns Beth to stay away from the church.

This is the start of Willows acceptance that angels are real, and that she may just be part-angel herself.

Willow is a very warm, sincere character, that has had a run of bad luck. She is sassy, strong and beautiful and hates her psychic ability. She is the kind of character that you feel sorry for and want the best to work out for her.

Alex is a strong, soldier like young man. He has been training all his life to be the best AK (Angel Killer) there is. He has grown up with the knowledge that ‘Angels’ are evil, after his mum was killed by one and he will use every ounce of his body to eradicate them from his world.

He is gorgeous and sexy and every bit the, hard-as-nails character he should be, even if now and again you do get to see his softer side, alongside his irritating, moody side.

From the moment Willow and Alex meet, you feel the chemistry that is building between them. They are obviously attracted to each other, even if neither of them wants to accept it.

The plot is the opposite of what we have all been brought up to believe, that angels are heavenly beings sent to protect us. These angels are evil, they hunt out their prey and feed off them until they either become mentally incapable, or are riddled with cancer.

The story is told from various viewpoints, including Raziel’s, one of the chief angels. With having the views from different people, you can connect with the characters and even understand, if not agree with, why the angels are amongst us, feeding.

I found myself engrossed in the book and rushing through it, wanting to devour the whole trilogy. The plot is unique and intriguing and had lots of moments that I didn’t expect.

You do have to give yourself time to get into the book, as it starts off quite slowly, and at one point I thought that I’d made a mistake in buying it. Then the action kicks off and that’s when it hits you, that urge to read and not stop.

If paranormal, supernatural, YA books are of interest to you, I would recommend reading the ‘Angel Trilogy’.
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