Afterworlds by Scott WesterfeldMy rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book weaves two separate stories together in an interesting fashion. The first story is of an 18-year-old girl who has just sold her YA novel for publication and moves to NYC, and the second story is her actual novel, called Afterworlds, which is a paranormal romance that occurs partly in the underworld.
This is a very clever story, but it never feels like it is trying to be clever. It’s perfect for book nerds, fangirls, and writers, because there is so much those individuals will be able to relate too. I loved the unique concept and the way the two stories weave together. I also appreciate the diversity of characters and how the story stayed true to the realities of being young and trying to strike out on your own, probably unprepared for the realities that will come.
Pages: 624
