Emerge is a fairly standard young adult novel that hits all the boxes on the YA checklist. Thankfully it does so competently and with a plot that is interesting. You have Allie, the girl who is different but even she doesn’t know how different. Read, hidden special powers. The guy she meets that accepts her for who she is, and turns out to be special to. A secrete destiny waiting to be discovered. Formulaic however does not equal bad. Allie is a completely likable character and has an emotional depth which is refreshing to see. Her relationship with Aiden is believable and well done. In a genre where relationships are all to often one dimensional or unbelievable, I was happy to see Craven knew how to avoid these pitfalls. The backstory is also well done. There was a lot thought put into the backstory of the world and while yes,… Read more »
