Blurb:
 Gravity is such a cool concept. This whole don’t peek thing? Yea, Ari breaks that in the first few pages. And then the book just springs off from there. The whole concept of “ancients” fascinated me. I dare say it might be my favorite take on aliens yet.
Jackson is pretty freakin’ awesome. I liked him right away. He seems so secretive though. I feel like he was still keeping secrets up until the last page. I wish throughout the book he would have progressed towards being a little more open with Ari. Nonetheless, I thought Jackson was a great character- strong, kind, understanding, and smart. Ari too! She was just the right amount of rebel for me. And I can’t even tell you enough how much I loved her standing up to her father and saying that it was his fault because he raised her to be a strong person that thinks for herself. I wanted to start clapping when I read that!
There are so many government secrets in this one, but the awesome thing was that unlike some of Jackson’s secrets, I feel like we made some progress on figuring out what the government was doing. And it was awful, in an imaginative makes you think kind of way. I loved the pacing of the book and I really loved the romance in Gravity. It made me swoon a little everytime they would get together. But I do wish we got some more information on the “taking” process and on the patches. Just little things like that I wanted brought up and fleshed out. Helps create a fuller picture.
I am dying to know what happens in the next book. There were some twists and turns that I was totally not expecting in Gravity and it will be so awesome to see what happens next because of them. Fans of young adult dystopians and science fiction will really enjoy Ms. West’s take on aliens. Gravity sucked me in and didn’t let go. I loved the world building and the characters, and the plot line if ramped up at a perfect spot for an awesome second book!
Author Spotlight:
 Melissa lives in a tiny suburb of Atlanta, GA with her husband and daughter. She pretends to like yoga, actually likes shoes, and could not live without coffee. Her writing heroes include greats like Jane Austen and Madeleine L’Engle.
She holds a B.A. in Communication Studies and an M.S. in Graphic Communication, both from Clemson University. Yeah, her blood runs orange. Official links: http://www.melissawestauthor.com/
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Cassy Wrage
I love the don’t look concept
Tiffany
I think the concept is really interesting. Why is the rule ‘don’t look’? So you never know who the aliens are? And does that mean that in this society, humans and aliens live together without knowing who is what? This concept sparks a lot of questions and the characters seem amazing, which makes me eager to read the book (:
Annwitch
I like the alien concept, I think it will make a really interesting book. Could aliens be living among us? Thanks for the great giveaway and review.
Erin
It sounds really interesting. I’d have to read more to understand the “don’t look” policy, but it sounds cool. Aliens are totally in right now.
librarymom
Interesting concept, I’m looking forward to checking out the book. Thanks for the giveaway!
kimbacaffeinate
Despite some missing world-building this does sound good, so glad you enjoyed it and its been on my radar! Thanks for the giveaway!
Sarah Handrich
Sounds interesting! Looking forward to reading it soon!
starryblue
I think it’s fantastic.
myseryniti
Ok, this sounds awesome! Thank you so much for the review and giveaway!
Going onto my TBR!!!!
Dynie
I love the alien part but don’t understand the “don’t look” part. I guess I’ll just have to read the book. Thanks for the chance to win it.
poisnivyred
I think it sounds very cool. I know I would have a hard time with that rule, peeking is the first thing everyone wants to do when being told not to, so I’d really love to find out why the rule is in place!
mariehahn13
I love that there are aliens! And I’m curious about the whole “don’t look” policy. Can’t wait to read it! 🙂
Thanks for a great giveaway!
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mamabunny13
The concept is interesting. I like the idea of the “ancients” and also that Ari breaks the rules in the first few pages. Get that excitement going right away!
Shane
I’m glad you liked it. Thanks for participating.
Jen Haile
I love a good government conspiracy with aliens thrown in the mix! Cool concept! Can’t wait to read it!
Kelly
I really want to know the where why and how of don’t ever peek. It all sounds so different and unique
FloeticFlo
I don’t quite get it, but I’m intrigued. Don’t look? How??
PamM
I love the concept of the book and want to know more of the don’t look rule.
Christy LoveOfBooks
Don’t peek? Yeah, I’d be dead. lol. Best take on aliens, huh? Now I’m definitely interested.
Hollow May
Okay, this sounds interesting. I’m definitely curious to know more. I can’t wait to read it!!
Thanks for the giveaway =)
Tammy
It looks very interesting. I have not read alot of aliens books, so I will have to have to put this one on my tbr pile.
Thank you for the giveaway 🙂
Amanda Ray
It definitely sounds interesting
Tia Dalley
I think Gravity sounds Awesome. The “Don’t Peek”, would get almost anyone. I love me some aliens, and twists and turns make for a great book. I was wondering about this one and by your review I think I should hop to it and add to my TBR list. Thanks for the Great review and giveaway!
Lmbrunken
I think it sounds intriguing. Who wouldn’t want to peek when you are told no?
Jolene and Family
I think the book sounds amazing and has a unique storyline. I cannot wait to get my hands on this! Thanks for the amazing giveaway and chance to win
Jolene A