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Dreamless (Starcrossed #2) by Josephine Angelini + Giveaway

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Title: Dreamless (Starcrossed #2) Author: Josephine Angelini  Pages: 487 Publisher: HarperTeen Expected Release: May 29, 2012 Buy: Amazon | Chapters Indigo | Barns & Noble | Book Depository Summary: ( Goodreads ) As the only Scion that can enter Hades at will, Helen descends to the Underworld in search of a way to overcome the Furies and end the cycle of revenge that has cursed the Scions. But she’s running out of time. Each descent weakens her both in mind and spirit. A mysterious stranger might be her only salvation, but the price may be her love for Lucas Delos. As an unforgettable love triangle emerges, Josephine Angelini’s compelling saga becomes ever more intricate and spellbinding. The eagerly awaited sequel to the internationally bestselling Starcrossed, Dreamless delivers with a huge emotional impact that will leave readers satisfied—and longing for more. * A copy was provided by HarperCollins Canada for honest review* Revie...

Review: Starcrossed by Josephine Angelini

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I absolutely LOVED this book. It had every element that I loved, about Greek mythology. Angelini has written this story brilliantly. From the first 50 pages, Helen and Lucas grab your attentions with their first look at each other. I knew I was gonna like the book due to its popularity + Mythology:) There were lots of surprises in the novel, also some that shocked me, and wanted me to read more of this great book. I was reading it slowly to understand all the complex relationships in the book. It is easy to understand which character belongs to each house. I thought that was a neat part of the mythology, some of the twists with the Furies, etc. I had a little of a love/hate relationship with Lucas (only once) during one part of the novel with his fight with Helen at one point (if you read it, you know where). But his character was really developed. His relationship with Helen goes way back. I wont give too much away about some of the scenes which were really loveable (wish I had a ...