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A Taste of Silver Paperback – January 1, 2012
Every cloud has its silver lining. Rose Ridgewood can’t stand her father’s new employee. It isn’t just Hayden O’Conner’s attitude and criminal record that bothers her—it’s his odd, silver eyes and the fact that she can’t read him. It isn’t until she becomes a victim in a deadly game of chase that secrets are uncovered that alter not only her views of Hayden, but of modern humanity. As Rose learns what Hayden really is, her emotions take her closer to him…and closer to danger. When lives are threatened she’ll have to decide whether to stay safe at home in California, or follow what might be true love into the unknown.
About the Author
S.B. Roozenboom grew up in Oregon, surrounded by forests and fairytales. During a troubled year in high school, she turned to writing to escape reality, and came out with her first two novels. One of them was Taste of Silver. She is also the author of the young adult novel, Predator Girl.
- Print length262 pages
- LanguageEnglish
- PublisherKidPub Press
- Publication dateJanuary 1, 2012
- ISBN-101610180100
- ISBN-13978-1610180108
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- Publisher : KidPub Press (January 1, 2012)
- Language : English
- Paperback : 262 pages
- ISBN-10 : 1610180100
- ISBN-13 : 978-1610180108
- Item Weight : 1.01 pounds
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About the author

SB Roozenboom Kraft grew up in the Great Northwest. A child of the sea and the sand, her greatest stories were born on the shores of Manzanita and cultured in the vast city of Portland, OR. She is the author of many novels, and the granddaughter of nonfiction author, Kim Gravelle (1941-2021). Outside of writing books, she raises Chihuahuas and plans to become a foster dog mom.
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I thought Rose had too much angst going on but after learning more about her past and experiences I came to understand her more. Her angst came from missing a piece of her heart, losing someone very close and dear to her at a very young age (won't get into that).
At first I thought this book was probably on the lower end of the young adult spectrum but the language did get a bit more grown up and conversations got heavier. So maybe appropriate for a more mature young adult.
In the end I thought this was a very good concept and story, so much more to the plot than I can divulge. I really liked it and thought if the story continues it could take so many different routes. It had a nice ending where it can stand alone but it would also be interesting to see where things go for Rose and Hayden.
The story really had me guessing and I found myself eagerly wanting to know what happens next. I can honestly say that reading this book was a little bit of a breath of fresh air because it wasn't a cookie cutter example of all the other YA books out there. This is obviously a series, and I can not wait to read the next one!
I don't usually leave negative reviews, but people need to be warned before spending their hard earned money on this abomination.
One thing as petty as it may seem, that I HATED about this book was the use of the word "crimany", seriously, who uses that word!??! I ignored it the first time but sadly, it popped up again and again. Also "holy sheet dip" or whatever it says. The dialogue was for twelve year olds, having most of the book jam packed with sayings I would never hear an eighteen year old say. And although I don't like too much swearing in novels, I'm yet to meet a real life eighteen year old who doesn't swear or is as straight laced as this so called heroin. Oh and WE GET IT, clearly the author hates smokers and cigarette smoke because she couldn't help but bring up how awful it was a thousand and one times in 300 pages or less!
Next up on my list of THINGS I HATED ABOUT THIS BOOK is the way she clearly freaks out about Hayden having a criminal record. And seriously, if you thought someone was a murderer I'm pretty sure that you don't make it blatantly obvious that you think he is going to kill you.
There is absolutely no character depth in this novel. The heroin is, well... I can't even think of words to describe it. At the start it is explained that the heroin is sooooo clumsy yet the only scene in the book depicting her clumsiness is the one that describes it where she gets her hair stuck in a toilet seat. (Not. Even. Funny.). And the "hero" is absolutely unlikeable. And dreadlocks? Really? He's meant to be hot with a stinking heap of unbrushed smelly knots on his head? Unlikely.
I could go on and on, but I am no author and lack the talent to adequately describe just how terrible this book is. Let's just say I paid $0.98 for my kindle copy, and I feel like I got ripped off. I wouldn't take this book for free. Be warned.
But there are problems with this knight. He is dangerous to touch; he has the personality of a troll; and he is very far from human. Furthermore, he has a past that includes murder. Was he the perpetrator?
Then even stranger things begin to happen, and Rose finds herself knee-deep in a world she never knew existed.
Not one page of this adventure is boring. You’ll be unable to put the book down. You’ll follow Rose as she tries to avoid monsters that are only visible sometimes, and you’ll be amazed as the unseen world around her becomes visible.
With excellent characterization, Roozenboom takes us into this world, making it believable, desirable, and horrible all at the same time. As Rose stumbles along, you’ll be cheering for her, agonizing for her, and hoping she gets the answers she is so determined to find.
The one thing that remains, after all is said and done, is a taste of silver.
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