BOOKREVIEW: The Awakening + Struggle

The Awakening and The Struggle.
Pages: 512
Publisher: HarperTeen
Publication Date: 26th June 2007

From WHSmiths: A phenomenally popular vampire romance sequence from the best selling author of Night World, L. J. Smith. The Awakening: Elena Gilbert is used to getting what she wants and she wants mysterious new boy, Stefan. But Stefan is hiding a deadly secret - a secret that will change Elena's life for ever ...The Struggle: Elena is torn between her boyfriend, Stefan, and his brother, Damon. But these brothers hide dark secrets and a tragic past that threatens them all. Damon wants to lead Elena astray - and he'd rather kill Stefan than let him possess her ...

My Thoughts: Okay if im gonna be honest, i actualy prefer the TV show to the book (eek i know please dont hate me!) Its just the actors/resses give the character so much more personality that it seems to me that after seeing them, the book is quite a let down. Especially with Damon, he's was an absoloute babe in the TV series and then i came to read the books and the description/personna surrounding him just wasn't as entertaining. This could have something to do with the fact i saw the show before reading the books i dont know.

As well as this, i think the first two books are really slow. It seemed to me that there wasnt much storyline to them either like nothing was happening that was making me want to read on? Whereas in the show there was a lot more happening every episode it was a cliffhanger ending with so many possibilities of where they should go.

Im not denying that LJ Smiths original idea was amazing, but i think the TV series expanded on this idea and made it PHENOMENAL.

For me the book characters are boring and i dont really connect with them. I'm completley a team delena fan but damon needs to become more 'damony' with his sarcastic comments and grimmacing, innapropriate comments, the bitchy side we all love so much. And to put it plainly, stefan is just a bore and Elena is to serious.

Also, i didnt like the idea of Elena being turned into a vampire so early on in the series. I thought that was an EXTREME LETDOWN. The whole point of their relationship is protection and bonding together and i think once elena becomes a vampire the 'bond' isn't as  true.

Finally i really dont know what to this about them doing th whole drinking of each others blood type thing, i know its supposed to be romatic and all but i just do see it. Sorry to all those who adore the books these just werent my cup of tea. However i will continue reading them till the end because i cant start to read a series and not finish it.

My Rating: *

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CHAPTER TWO:
EPOV

She just fainted, i made her faint! What if i hurt her? I need to go back i have to go back! I came to a halt. The forest was spinning around me, i didn’t know how long i had been running for. I was panting unnecessarily, i wasn’t out of breath, i don’t even breathe for god’s sake. It was just an automatic reaction after running at school. An attempt to make me look at least partially human. I turned on my heel and headed back towards school. I didn’t know why i was so attracted to her. She smelt like heaven, i could hear the blood pumping round her body, never in my life have i wanted someone’s blood as much as i did in that moment.

I reached school in time to see her sat on the floor with a girl knelt in front of her. They had found her, i felt my stomach unknot in relief. Should i go a talk to her? No, i can’t do that, i’ve given her permission now the ball is in her court. She can do with it what she wishes. Oh but god i hope she figures things out, this feeling is becoming slowly unbearable.  I waited in the corridor in hope i would see her at least, try and convey what she was thinking; after all i couldn’t hear her thoughts.

She came out of the classroom looking upset. I presumed she had hurt her. I don’t know how, i caught her before she fell and sat her upright against the wall. Maybe i held her too tight. This worry was excruciating. I leant on the locker next to me to support myself. In her hand i could see the note i had written moments before. She has it, I smiled when i could hear heartbeat speed up as she read it. Her dark brown eyes looked up, directly at me. “Edward” She whispered my name, it sent a tingle down my spine, and my throat began to burn. I was hungry and needed to hunt. I walked out of the school after handing my forged note to Jane. As soon as i was a good distance from the school i picked up my pace, arriving at my house within seconds. I could hear my family’s thoughts going berserk. Rosalie’s especially. I took my time to compose myself and prepare for what was about to happened before lowering the handle and stepping into the room.

“WHAT THE HELL DO YOU THINK YOU ARE DOING?” Rosalie attacked me as soon as i entered.

“Rose – leave him alone he’s not going to hurt her! I’ve seen it” Alice walked over to me and put a comforting arm on my shoulder.

“That’s not the point, She is going to dig and keep digging until she figures it out Edward. Then what? Did you think about that when you selfishly acted upon your lust for the girl? Your actions have consequence for all of us!” Rosalie was pacing nervously up and down. I saw Emmet in the distance sat on the sofa looking completely relaxed. This was a quality about him i adored; he never took things so serious, he was optimistic. I’m sorry Ed, i tried to calm her down but she just keeps going off on one, thinks you’re gonna kill that chick. I could hear Emmet’s thoughts which were directed to me. Jasper entered the room and the mood immediately calmed down. Esme and Carlisle were close to follow.

“Its okay Emmet” I said aloud to reply, he couldn’t hear my thoughts that was just a gift I possessed. The same way Alice could see the future subject to what decision a person makes. Jasper can change the mood and emotions of people around him, he can also feel all the emotion we feel now.

“Its okay! Oh please you have got to be joking? Emmet are you siding with Edward here? You know he is wrong!” Rosalie was still annoyed but she had succumbed to Jaspers power.

“Will everyone just calm down and let Edward speak” Carlisle’s authoritive but comforting tone filled the room and everyone fell silent. “Edward, what made you do this?” I didn’t know how to respond. My actions were rash and i knew it, but there is just something about her i couldn’t resist.

“I don’t know” I mumbled, it was all i could say.

“He doesn’t know. Great. Your telling me you have risked the secrecy of this entire family and you don’t know why” Rosalie was right up in my face and i heard a growl forming in her chest.

“She has some sort of hold over me. One that i have never felt before, not in my entire existence. I feel as if she is why im still here?”

“Oh please you don’t even know the girl. Its just lust. You have been torturing yourself for too long, find yourself a vampire girl to entertain you” Rosalie was mocking me, a part of me understood why, but her reaction annoyed me.

“Do you feel as though you need this Bella in your life Edward?” Carlisle was the most understanding person i know, so i knew he would co-operate with me.

“Yes” I answered truly, feeling relieved i had finally admitted it.

“Carlisle i have seen Edward with Bella in my visions. He isn’t going to hurt her. Or at least not tonight.” Alice was on my side, she knew what i was feeling. Probably from Jasper telling her, or from what she had seen in her visions, i wasn’t sure.

“Tonight?” Jasper challenged Alice in hope she would shed some light on her declaration.

“Yes Edward was going over tonight to talk things through with her, get to know her a little bit more before he gives anything away” Alice replied, looking at him as if this was a piece of information he had already known.

“Gives anything away! Edward you breathe a word to that girl about any of us and so help me god i will rip you to pieces and burn you myself” She was inches from my face again.

“Im going to her house tonight whether you like it or not. You have Emmet, this is who i am choosing to spend my eternity with” I yelled in her face, unable to contain my anger any longer.

“Y-e-a-h, Edward is getting some tonight” I heard Emmet chant in the background after high-fiving Jasper. Alice giggle but Rosalie turned on the spot and shot Emmet a glare before exiting the room. “Aww babe come on i was only joking!” He followed her out and the tension in the room calmed down straight away.

“On that note Edward, i must warn you of the dangers of being physically and emotionally active with a human its –“Carlisle said in his serious-doctor-tone.

“Carlisle, i haven’t even had a decent conversation with the girl yet” i looked at him with a playful grin. “But speak of danger, I’m going to go hunting; is anyone going to join me?”

“We went at lunch” Alice answered “Have fun”

I nodded in her direction and turned for the door. I hesitated with my hand on the doorknob at the sound of Esme’s soothing thoughts. Edward, don’t make any rash decisions, at least not tonight, think things through, this is a big choice. With that i opened the door and dashed towards the forest, happy to be out of the house.

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CHAPTER ONE
BPOV:

The school bells sounded loud and clear in the distance as i sat in my rusted Chevrolet. The idea of having to face Mike today was torturous and something that made my stomach knot up in a million different ways. I thought it sad that this feeling was no longer the anticipation you feel towards seeing your boyfriend at the start of your relationship but the sort of disappointed and guilty feeling you get when the feeling is no longer mutual. Knowing how much Mike loves me only makes things harder, because not once has he been a bad boyfriend. Any girl would be genuinely lucky to have him, but i just couldn’t help it, i needed more, i needed him.

His mass of thick auburn hair and pale white skin was such an opposing look but he made it look beautiful. Whenever i see him i can’t bring myself to look away, the way he moves is mesmerising. It was a strange feeling having to sit in front of him in biology. I can feel his eyes smouldering into my back, making me feel naked like her can see right into my soul. How much he can convey in a look. I had never spoken to him before, but on the scarce occasion we have eye contact i feel as though i have known him my entire life. It was frustrating yet unusually satisfying not being able to work him out. I’m a quite person so i normally suss people out within the first couple of days but with him i was clueless. He is always with the same group of people who are as enticing and as beautiful as him. The girls he was always with could have easily been models; their skin was like porcelain and lips as red as blood. I was the palest in my group of friends but these girls made me look like Janet Jackson.

The bell sounded again, shit i was late. First day back of the semester and I’m late. Nice one. I pulled out the key and the engine shut off with a loud crack making me jump out of my skin. I love my truck but that sound gets me every time. The weather was murky and overcast, not a single ray of sunlight came through the clouds.  I was accustomed to the cold now, but i missed the hot weather back in Arizona. I miss being able to wear my shorts and a tank instead of jeans and a ridiculous amount of layers. I rush across the parking lot and passed the main entrance. Jane sat there as still as usual in her knitted cardigan and long brown skirt. I smiled to her and carried on towards the classroom. When i arrived everyone was talking and out of their seats. Mr Banner hadn’t arrived yet. This was perfect it gave me time to talk to mike. I needed to end it today, my yearning towards him was becoming more profound day by day, and it was unfair to keep leading him on. It was absurd the hold he had over me. I didn’t even know his name yet here i was about to end a year long relationship for him. Well in hope of him at least. Who is to say he would have me anyway? He is more than likely going to be dating one of the girls he hangs around with.

Mike was stood with Jessica and Eric in the corner of the room where I sit during class. I walked over taking off my coat and scarf as i did. I could feel his eyes on me from the other side of the room. It made me nervous and clouded my head a little.  I shook the idea away and continued forward to the group. “Hey baby!” i was greeted by  a tight teddy bear hug from Mike. I felt awful knowing what i was about to do, his baby blue eyes just screamed innocence. This was going to be so unexpected for him, i was unsure of his reaction.

“Hey, i need to talk to you, can i have a sec?” I asked, acknowledging Jessica and Eric with a smile. This would please Jessica and maybe give her reason to talk to me again. She had been cold with me ever since Mike and I started dating. I didn’t realize until later that she liked him.
“Sure babe what’s up?” Mike jumped down from the chair and we walked to the bench in front. He was smiling at me, my stomach churned.
“Well, you see you know how we –“ I started but i was cut short by Mr. Banner entering the classroom.
“Right class sorry I’m late! take your seats please!” He shouted in between deep breaths. It was blatant that he had been running. The whole class shuffled around taking their seats, me and mike on the bench in the back corner, this was going to be harder than I thought, I had no escape route. Eventually there was silence minus the exception of a few scraping chairs and dropping of pencils.
“Okay, today were going to be learning about the attraction between animals which makes them was to become mating partners” Mr. Banner stated before moving to the board to write the title and assignment. “Does anyone have any idea why there has to be attraction before love and mating?”
“Well there doesn’t have to be attraction, you could always blindfold yourself, or put a paper bag on their head?” Said Alice, she was head cheerleader and Forks high school and the definition of slut.
“You would know!” shouted one of the boys in reply.
“Very funny, now seriously? Anyone?” Mr Banner asked us again. When he failed to get a response he started talking and writing notes on the board for us to copy.
“Mike” i whispered so i wouldn’t be heard but anyone, in the corner of my eye i saw him look over to me as if he could hear what i was saying.
“Yeah babe?” He looked up from his notes into my eyes.
“I need to finish this” I said, not cushioning it in anyway.
“Yeah me to Bella – I’m behind as it already” Oh gosh does he want me to spell it out?
“No Mike, finish this, us”
“What? His expression faded and faced dropped, my heart broke, he didn’t deserve to be hurt like this.
“Miss Swan is there a problem?” Mr Banner called from the front of the classroom.
“No Sir” i replied, giving Mike time for m
“Okay well thats your warning, one more time and your moving” He turned back round to continue writing on the board. I waited to turn back round to Mike.
“Mike say something please”
“Why?” His voice was cracking and i was praying he wouldn’t start to cry.
“Because-“
“Bella go and sit next to Mr. Cullen please” He pointed in the direction of him. This isn’t the time to be moved next to him, i had no control of my concentration when I was thinking about him never mind being sat next to him. However i would rather be there than here at this moment in time, i felt like a complete bitch because of what i had just done.

I packed up my stuff and moved across the room to the other seat. When i got there i tripped over the stool next to my own and dropped my books everywhere. I could feel myself flush and bent down to pick it all up. The rest of the class was laughing ecstatically and i could hear comments like “Typical Bella”. I couldn’t help that I was clumsy and uncoordinated, it was genetic. After my little episode the class calmed down and i took my seat next to him. I scuffled around to find my pencil, but it had disappeared. I went to retrieve another one from my bag when i saw a pale white hand holding it in my direction. I looked up but he wasn’t looking at me. His eyes were directly on the board and he was still writing with the other. I took the pencil stupidly cautious. “Thanks” he nodded in reply and continued to work.

The lesson felt like it was going on forever. I looked up at Mike every so often and he was just staring blankly out of the window. “Anyone who hasn’t finished these notes will be staying during break to finish them” Mr. Banners voice sounded through the classroom. With that note the bell rang signalling the end of class. Everyone packed up and started to exit the classroom. I was hoping to catch Mike to see if he was okay but he left whilst i was still writing. “Bella! Ill wait for you outside?”
“Okay, i wont be long” I smiled and she left the room, i noticed me and him were the only two people in the room, apart from Mr Banner.
“Make sure you finish these notes,  i need to go to see Mr Percy – Ill be checking next lesson” Mr banner said before exiting the room. Scratch the we were the only two people in the room. I heard the door close and immediately became nervous. I don’t know why he was still here, the speed he was working he must have finished his notes by now, but he carried on writing. I decided not to ask him but just continued with my work. I finished the final sentence and packed up my belongings.

Before reaching the door i looked at him to see if he too had stopped writing. Yes. At least i know he didn’t just stay in here to be alone with me. I looked at the floor in disappointment. My hand reached out for the handle of the door but was completely surprised when i felt a gust of wind and his presence behind me.

He had his hands on either side of me above my head, making it impossible for me to open the door. I was so close to him i could feel his body just behind me. His scent was intoxicating, making me light headed and my knees feel like jelly. I stayed still not wanting to make any rash moves. I didn’t know what he was doing, but i liked our closeness. “You have to figure me out” he whispered in my ear, i could feel his lips so close to the hollow of my neck, his breathe tickled my collar bone making me shiver and erupt into goose bumps the size of mountains. His voice was as soft and as melodic as a lullaby. My lullaby. I could feel his body tensing and one of his hands curled into a fist. “I need you to figure me out” i could hear the anger and desperation in his voice. It made me feel warm inside like he wanted me, or even better needed me. “Isabella” he sighed. In a moment of complete adrenaline, i turned around to face him. His breath hitched but he didn’t move away. With his face inches from mine. The tension was building up in my body and i was ready to burst. My head was becoming extremely clouded, i felt sick from anxiety, this time it was the good type. We stood holding eye contact for what seemed like forever but must have been a few seconds. He leaned in to me. For one crazy millisecond i thought her was going to kiss me. I should be so lucky. He leaned until his mouth was millimetres from my ear, so close to me i could feel his hair tickle my face. “I can be everything you need”. That was it i needed to think of a coherent response but all i did was let out a sigh, i couldn’t breathe, my body was so overpowered by shock my responses turned into nothing. I felt the room begin to spin until blackness took over.

When i open my eyes I’m greeted by Angela’s worried face and Mr Banner getting a chair for me to sit on. They were all fussing around me rapidly asking questions one after the other like i was under interrogation. I couldn’t bring myself to answer i was still daze from the events prior to my black out. If they happened that is? Did my encounter with him just happen or did i dream it? Panic swept over me and i searched the room for him or a piece of evidence that it happened. When nothing came to me i felt a tear drop from my eye. How silly was i going to be.

Angela pulled me into a hug. “Come on let’s get you to the office – something is clearly wrong”. I got up with her support, it wasn’t needed i felt fine now just filled with complete disappointment. I could feel something digging into my leg as i got up. I didn’t bring my phone to school today, i didn’t know what it could be.  I reached down into my pocket and pulled out the pencil. I was sure i had put this in my bag. With the pencil out fluttered and small piece of paper, I picked it up from the ground and opening it. My heart stopped when i read the piece of paper.

You need to figure me out.  Edward.
I looked up down the corridor to see him leaning against a locker looking directly at me. He had a crooked smile on his face but his expression was serious. “Edward” i muttered to myself under my breath.

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CHAPTER TWO:
NPOV.

Patch and i pulled up outside the school on his bike a lot earlier than we planned to be as shown by my now cold vanilla frappuccino. Wow. This was going to be a great start to an even better day. “What’s up angel? You look sad” He said as he took the full cup from my hand and put it in the bin.
“Oh nothing, you know just a bit weird being here since the accident – It all just looks so different” I replied half heartedly.
“Im here, by your side all day, just let me know and we can leave when you want to” He was looking into my eyes and i knew he could feel i was tense. “Okay” I looked down embarrassed in the thought of how pathetic i was being. Patch placed his finger below my chin and gently tilted my face up so i was looking at him again. Hey – look at me – you’re not being pathetic at all, you have every reason to still be on edge about this place okay. Hell i would be worried if you weren’t.  I nodded close to tears remembering the night i feared the most. He kissed me and pulled me into a tight teddy bear hug which i appreciated more than he would know; it was as if he was literally holding me together.

I love you patch. Stroking my hair i felt him smile. Well you Miss Nora Grey have literally turned my world upside down, so you had better love me. I smiled at this and kissed him again letting go of me slowly waiting for me acceptance. I reluctantly let go of him and stood, greeted with the worst site.

Oh the joy of being me. Coming up to us from behind patch was Marcie Miller. Army of sluts approaching. Patch giggled in my mind which was comforting and also surprisingly menacing, i shivered, a good shiver, hoping that he didn’t notice. Obviously that wasn’t going to happen patch notices everything, it’s like her has the eyes of a hawk is swear. Marcie’s skirt was so short it was barely visible beneath her top and could easily be classed as a belt.

 I wish you wore more skirts like that, that pirate grin appearing on his face once again. It would suit you a hell of a lot more, especially with those killer legs. i thought i heard him let out a groan through his teeth and I started to blush in embarrassment but Marcie’s hoarse tone knocked any emotion out of my face.“Hey Patch”
“Marcie”
“Happy to be back i see as always” I couldn’t tell if she was being sarcastic or not.
“Actually i am, there is a lot of changes made to my year”
“Oh really!” She seemed excited by this idea, and moved a step closer to him giving her most seductive look. Oh my gosh im going to gag. I saw Patch let out a giggle underneath his breath.“I just have a lot more friends i guess this year”
“You have always had me Patch, always” She looked right into his eyes and place her hand in the centre of his chest. Lighten up on the glare angel you looks as if your about to stab her. I didn’t even realise i was frowning, until i felt the cramp when i relaxed my face.Give me that pencil and it would be the highlight of my day. That was a nice thought. Patch dropped the pencil next to me and reacted to pick it up. Marcie stopped him.
“Allow me” She moved her hand slowly down his chest whilst moving and bending her knees until they were fully bent and her hand reached the waistband of his jeans. What does she think shes doing is that supposed to be sexy? I haven’t even been in that position yet. Whore.
“Fuck my life, im going to be sick” i exhaled and turned my back to walk off. Marcie stood up in an instance completely taken aback by my response.
“Excuse me” She took a step towards me but patch took a step to the side so he was between us both. Marcie decided to bring her focus back to Patch, good call in my eyes, because im not in the talking mood right now.
“So what are you doing tonight?” Patch looked round and started to walk behind me and wrapped his arm around my waist.
 “I dunno” he said looking at me Marcie. “What am i doing tonight?” Marcie’s jaw dropped, her face was a picture, and I sincerely wish I had a camera to take a picture. I turned around in Patch’s arms and wrapped by arms around his hair, tangling my fingers in locks of his hair. The look in his eyes was indescribable it made my legs go like jelly. I could have died and gone to heaven right there.
 “Me” i said it loud enough so Marcie could hear, but not so that i deafened patch. He flashed me his pirate grin.
“Yes ma’am” and leaned in to kiss me. I heard Marcie storm off in a mood and couldn’t help but smile. I didn’t break from the kiss because in all honesty i never wanted this moment to end. Patch pulled me in closer and traced up and down my back with his hand. It was dangerous to be like this in school as the effect of moment like this cause me to have momentarily brain dysfunction where i can’t speak. Not cool. I had kissed boys before patch but not one of them made m y body and mind react the way it did when i kissed patch. I could feel myself getting lost in the moment when i heard that familiar friendly voice.

“Sup Bitches” Vee squealed as she ran over to me. Patch let me go when he heard her and i couldn’t help but moan in disappointment in my head. Dont worry angel we have forever.
”Vee!” I pulled her into the tightest teddy bear hug i had ever given anyone. I hadn’t seen Vee since the night with Jules, i had phoned to check she was okay, but hadn’t mustered up the courage to step out of my house.
“Okay babe, kind of killing me here” Vee breathed and i let her go.
“How are you, are you okay?”
“I’m great! I can see your back up to your old tricks with Marcie” She said with a smirk looking in the direction Marcie had walked off in. I shrugged my shoulders and laughed. “Honestly do you go out of your way to annoy that girl?”
“No- it comes naturally” I winked, and she laughed pulling me into another hug. I heard the bell sounding in the distance. “Aww i’ve missed you babe!” Vee said right next to me, way to loud.
“Ive missed you too Vee” I came out of the hug and turned to look at Patch. “Come on – lets go” Patch came to my side and put his arm around my waist. Vee and Patch were still a bit uncertain about each other but they tolerated it for my sake. I was grateful because i don’t know what i would do if i had to choose between the both of them.
“Patch” Vee said a little warily.
“Vee” Patch gave a softening smile and we started to walk towards the entrance of the building.

I had butterflies the size of those flying dinosaurs in Jurassic Park swooping about it my stomach, it made me feel a bit queasy and i started to doubt if i could do this or not.  I forced myself on. With patch and vee at my side i squeezed my eyes shut and Patch’s arm tightened, as he kissed me on the top of my head. I entered the school building. “You mind if i just talk to Patch for a minute babe?” Vee’s request had taken me but surprise but she seemed genuine about it,
“Sure, ill just wait here” I stood in the crowd of people but i had never felt so alone. I wanted to move to lesson, the sooner it started the sooner it would be over. I pulled the schedule out of my bag and read what i would be having. Gym. Nice one. At least it would be over and done with?
“Guys, I’m gonna go to my lesson i’m not with either of you” I shouted over to them they looked up from their conversation.
“Okay babe ill meet you in the canteen at break!” Vee shouted in reply for both of them. I shoved the piece of paper and looked back up when i heard patch’s response.

Are you sure you’re going to be okay angel? I can walk you to lesson before i go to my own if you like? I really wanted him to but i saw he was still in deep conversation with Vee and didn’t want to interrupt what was going on.

No, im fine. I can’t have you doing that all the time, i need to get used to it myself. I saw him look up at me and smiled to him in reassurance. Okay. His words warmed me up a bit. I love you Patch Cipriano. Nora, yano what to do if you need me.

 It felt weird hearing him say my name instead of Angel but nonetheless i nodded to him and turned on my heel to walk to the changing rooms. My heart felt as if it was beating at the speed of light, but still I carried on, i was determined that Jules wasn’t going to make me scarred of the places I should feel safe. He wasn’t going to interfere with my life anymore and that was that.  

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CHAPTER ONE:
NPOV:

The light from the dawning sun blared through the shut blinds as if they weren’t there. So much for black out blinds I thought. A snigger came from in front of my bed; I lurched into an upright position in my fright. Since that night with Jules I had been a nervous wreck, flinching at the slightest thing and finding it difficult to get to sleep.

Every muscle in my body relaxed when I saw that familiar sleek black hair and playful crooked grin in the mirrors reflection. Patch. Patch was my guardian angel. Not in the mushy romantic nickname way but the literal way, wings and everything. He was also my boyfriend which was extremely convenient. I could feel myself smiling automatically at the sight of him. His black shirt fell gently over the perfectly toned muscles in his back, his black jeans didn’t give much away as they were loose and hung to the floor. Nonetheless, I liked what I could see I thought to myself.

I wish I could say the same. I heard his gentle mocking voice in my head. ‘HEY! ’I shouted and he smirked as he turned on the spot and I grabbed my pillow and threw it as hard as I could at him. I realised the mess I must have looked and tried to tame my hair which was spiralling in uncontrollable curls all over my head. I wasn’t used to waking up to this, not that I was complaining, I just wished my choice of nightwear was a little more appropriate, it was only now I realised how hot I was in my flannel pyjamas. Patch turned and picked up my pillow off the floor and started towards the bed. ‘Good morning angel’.
‘Morning yes, good- not so much’ I replied.
He crawled on the bed, feeling the contact of our bodies through quilt knocked the speech out of me, so my answers had reluctantly turned into a series of nods and shakes. ‘Why is that so angel? I can leave if you want?’ I automatically shook my head. I never wanted him to leave, he had become part of daily routine, a part that I not only loved but needed. ‘Or I could you know – try and make your morning a bit better?’ His face was now inches from mine, his smouldering eyes burning into mine, paralyzing my every thought. He slowly leaned in placing gentle kisses on my cheeks, eyelids and nose. SHIT! My breath! I pulled away and put my finger to his lips and pushed him away. ’Where are you going?’
‘To clean my teeth’ I replied, ensuring my mouth was in the opposite direction to his face. He grabbed me wrist and pulled me back to him, our bodies collided with a thud and I gasped surprised.
“I don’t care” he whispered in my ear.
Well I do I stated in my thoughts, knowing he could hear me. He refused to hear it and kissed me anyway, I knew my battle was lost.

The kiss was gentle and sweet as he released my hand and traced up my arm. I let off and involuntary shiver. Without breaking the kiss I could feel him smile, pleased with himself. He knew the effect he had on me and he loved using it against me. He wrapped his arm around my waist pulling me closer and holding me tight. The kiss became more passionate and i immediately became more aware of our surroundings.“My mum” I said against his lips.
“You’re thinking about your mum right now?” He said, with that undeniable crooked smile appearing on his face.
“No-“
“Because you know, I was definitely thinking about your mum to” Laughing to himself almost inaudibly.
“Eurgh gross!” I pushed him to the side and he rolled onto the bed next to me still laughing to himself.
“Nora she’s at the shop”
“What? How did you know that?”
It’s not only your mind I can manipulate you know. Besides do you really think I would be in your room if your mum was downstairs? She would rather kill me first. It was getting harder and harder to decipher when he was speaking to me telepathically or literally.
“Please don’t invade my mum’s mind, and I would hardly call it manipulation” I said to him in my best matter-of-a-fact tone.
“Oh really, how so?” He looked genuinely curious, which was knew for him, I was simple to judge, he was the one with all the mystery.
“Well you don’t make me do things I don’t want to – or act in a certain way”
“Are you sure about that?” He challenged with one eyebrow raised.
“Yes, simply planting images in my head doesn’t make me react in any which way”
“Hmm we will see”
“But I can make you succumb to my every wish, like going to get me a vanilla frappuccino and taking me to school”
“Let me think, uhm, no”
“Please”
“No”
“Pretty please”
“Still no” he said looking in the opposite direction, he was now sat on the end of the bed. I walked over and sat on his knees as sexily as I could and looked into his eyes.
In between kisses I breathed “Patch – please – fulfil – my – wish – and – get – me – coffee” I looked him in his eyes, he was slowly giving in.
“n-“ before he could finish I planted another, more passionate kiss on his lips now, and he responded straight away. His hand moved towards the button of my top. Before things could go further I grabbed his hand.
“I’m just too tired, you see without caffeine I have no energy and without energy I just can’t be bothered” His face dropped and I struggled to hold back my laughter, I knew I had won.
“Fine!” I let out a little giggle and kissed him on the cheek.
“You see that is what you call manipulation of the mind” I whispered in his ear and got from the seat and made my way to the bathroom.
“Ooh you little –“
“COFFEE!” I shouted before he could finish.
I could see him sat on the bed in the reflection of the bed with his cheeky pirate grin, he truly was unbelievable.
“Pick you up in 20 angel”
“Bye” I heard the door shut and I couldn’t help but smile. How could I be so lucky?

I’m going to get you back for that. His voice scarred me but made me go like jelly nonetheless. I’ll look forward to it. That was the truth; I looked forward to spending every moment with patch, because nothing was ever the same. He made everything seem easier and better, even the idea of the first day of school. Okay maybe not that. With the thought of a new school year and the same old Marcie the smile from my face vanished and the familiar frown set in. Let the games begin I thought.

TVREVIEW: Misfits

Misfits
Creator: Howard Overman
Series: 2
Episodes: 13
Genre: Comedy, Fantasy, Drama
Rating: 18
Cast: Robert Sheehan, Iwan Rheon, Lauren Socha, Antonia Thomas, Nathan Stewart-Jarret
Air Date: S1: 12th November 09, S2: 11th November 10

Wikipeidia summary: Misfits follows five early-20s delinquents on community service in Wertham (a fictional borough in an unnamed city), who are caught outside during a thunder storm and acquire special powers. Kelly gains the ability to read the thoughts of others, Curtis can rewind time when experiencing an immense sense of regret, Alisha sends people into a sexual frenzy when they touch her skin, and Simon can become invisible. Seemingly left unaffected is smart alec Nathan, who, in the final episode of the first series, discovers he is immortal.

My Thoughts: I must admit when i first began to watch misfits i was extremely cynical after seeing a promo for it i thought 'what the f*** is that?'. But for my birthday i got given in on DVD so i thought why not. When i am wrong i admit I'm wrong. Misfits shows the best parts of British comedy, as the actors portray splendidly the different stereotypes of teenagers in modern day society.

I immediately fell in love with the characters on a deep level, so individual and complete opposites but they went together like beans on toast. Nathan (Robert Sheehan) in one word is a jerk. Full blown jerk! if he were someone you knew you would hate him with a passion but under the circumstance, once you break that 'i take the piss out of everyone in sight' barrier he is an alright guy, who cares about others. He is a great character and Sheehan portrays him brilliantly.

However as the series' progress, the dark horse Simon (Iwan Rheon) starts to make more of an impact on the audience. With his unlikely pairing with Alisha (Antonia Thomas) the writers bring out a completely different side of him which no one would have ever thought him to have. He has a major storyline which is the focus for the majority of the 2nd Series along with a bit of shape shifting, masked men, grand theft auto and teleporting all finishing with an epic Christmas special where the storyline is IMMENSE. I just love it when a story comes together and its just a work of absolute genius.

With such an original background story the producers can do anything with the script therefor making it, unlike other shows, completely unpredictable. With so many twists and turns Misfits leaves you on the edge of your seat or sometimes on the floor in a fit of laughter. The cast is jam packed with upcoming stars who make the show what it is. I would recommend this to all those who love a bit of humour and originality in their entertainment because i promise Misfits is like no other.

My Rating: * * * * *

MOVIEREVIEW: Ten Inch Hero

Ten Inch Hero

Director: David Mackay

Screeplay By: Betsy Morris

Length: 102 mins

Genre: Romance, Comedy, Drama

Cast: Elisabeth Harnois, Jensen Ackeles, Daneel Harris, Clea DuVall,   John Doe, Shaun Patrick Flanery.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=shaxhTyGAPM .

Summary From IMDB: Piper moves to Santa Cruz to go to the Institute of Art. When she was 15 she gave birth to a daughter, but she had to put her out for adoption because she was so young. Then she sees an article of a girl she thinks is her daughter, who lives in Santa Cruz and applies for a job in a sandwich bar. When she starts working she gets to know the staff. Tish is a babe, she tries to seduce every guy who comes into the bar, and she goes home with those who flirt back. Then there's Jen, a computer nerd who has a love affair online with a guy who calls himself fuzzy22. She's not as pretty as Tish and she struggles with her own self-confidence. And of course there's this crazy haired guy called Priestly, he's no like other guys and dresses different then everyone because he refuses to be another clone. Her boss is a really nice guy called Trucker, whose in love with the woman who own the store across the street. We get to go through everyone's personal struggles as they help each other through it.

My Thoughts: This film is definitely one for the girls. Its easy to relate to and great film to watch. Its guaranteed that the characters will be the type of people you can either relate to, or relate on of your friends too. A touching story of the ups and downs of friendships and relationships. Through witty writing and hidden jokes Morris attacks all those painful problems as a teenager and adult.  Confidence especially with Jen and Fuzzy22. Its light humour makes

The growing relationship between Jen and Fuzzy22 is absolutely fantastic. They have to be one my favorite couples of all time. There is so much emotion in it that i can relate to that it just perfect. I live vicariously through them. They are the picture of true love.

Preistly <3 he is amazing, jensen ackles plays him even better than i could have imagined when reading the script. He has immense comic timing, and just his facial expressions could make you laugh.

This is a small budget film, shot in 3 weeks, but wasnt shown in cinema, it is on that i feel need to make people aware of as it is a piece of art. The trailer and reviews really dont do it just, a must see!

My Rating: * * * * *