Erin P. reviewed on 3/11/2009 + 26 more book reviews

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Amy Haskel is a junior at Eli University, the editor of the Literary Magazine, and waiting to be tapped into Quill & Ink--the literary society. Her interview, though, is rather strange: she can't see any of her interviewers, the girl she assumes is her sponsor is sitting in the class Amy is currently skipping, and the panel seems to know everything about her. Things get even stranger when she receives a note. This note isn't decorated with the Quill & Ink colors and the seal is that of Rose & Grave, the most secret, most elite, most prestigious secret society on campus. One that also does not tap women. If Amy is confused at first, things only get worse from here. She goes through some very strange initiation ceremonies, is constantly being distanced from her real friends, and making new friends with her fellow brothers and sisters. If the rush of a foreign experience isn't enough, it turns out that immediately there is a major power struggle within the society. One that Amy will be thrust in the middle of.

This was very enjoyable. Amy is a likable character, with flaws and self-doubts (but not too many to make her whiny). The pace of the book was good and kept me interested throughout. I'm looking forward to the rest of the series.

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