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The angels--Gabriel, Ivy, and Bethany, the youngest and most human--are sent by Heaven to bring good to a world falling under the influence of darkness. They work hard to conceal their luminous glow, superhuman powers, and, most dangerous of all, their wings, all the while avoiding all human... read more
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Nothing much happens in Venus Cove. But when a mysterious family sets up shop, everything changes. Nobody knows the truth: that they are angels on a mission to save a world on the brink of destruction. When Beth, the youngest, falls for Xavier, she faces a frightening decision: will she defy... read more (warning: may contain spoilers)
Characters edit
- Bethany Rose Church: An angel who comes down from heaven with her brother and sister, Gabriel and Ivy, to rid the world of the evil. She is the youngest and most human of the trio.
- Xavier Woods: Bethany's classmate and romantic interest. He is captain of a few sports teams in the high school. He had a long term girlfriend who died in a fire two years ago.
- Gabriel Church: Acts as Bethany's older brother and music teacher for the school. He is an Arch-Angel and a Warrior Angel.
- Ivy Church: Her power is healing, she acts as Bethany's older sister.
- Jake Thorn: New British student who girls are falling all over. Bethany befriends him.
- Molly Amelia Harrison: Beth's best friend. She has a thing for Gabriel.
- Taylah McIntosh: One of Molly's and Bethany's friends.
- Emily: Xavier's old girlfriend. She died in a fire.
- Father Mel: A Priest in the town. Beth is worried he suspects.
- Mr. Collins: The French teacher.
- Mrs. Jordan: The school registrar.
- Mr. Velt: Chemistry teacher
- Henry Taylor: A student that died while many of his friends watched. Many students are still torn up over his death.
- Miss Castle: Literature teacher. Hopeless romantic.
- Ben Carter: In Beth's Literature class. Cocky but astute and loves an argument
- Bianca: In Beth's literature class.
- Tyler Jensen: A brawny rugby player in Beth's Literature class.
- Alicia: One of the goth's in Beth's Literature class.
- Hannah: Bianca's friend in Beth's Literature class.
- Parker: Bryce Hamilton student on the swim team.
- Montana: A friend of Molly's.
- Dolly Henderson: Next door neighbor to the Churchs'.
- Casey: A friend of Taylah's
- Josh Crosby: Student at Bryce Hamilton
- Aaron Whiteman: Student at Bryce Hamilton
- Ryan Robertson: A student at Bryce Hamilton. Molly has a crush on him and ends up going to the prom with him.
- Leah Green: Student at Bryce Hamilton
- Alice Butler: An elderly lady moving to Fairhaven. She cannot keep her dog and Beth adopts him.
- Felicity: Alice's daughter
- Phantom: A Weimaraner that Alice gives to Beth.
- Megan Judd: A friend of Molly's.
- Hayley: A friend of Molly's.
- Grace: A student at Bryce Hamilton that Bethany saved.
- Tara: A friend of Molly's.
- Chris Bucknall: A Senior with a crush on Ivy.
- Tom Snooks: A student that smokes marijuana.
- Kirk: A student that smokes marijuana behind the dumpsters.
- Claire Woods: Xavier's sister that is about to get married.
- Luke: Claire's fiance.
- Alexandra: Alicia's goth friend.In Beth's lit. class
- Nicola Woods: Xavier's sister.
- Hamish: Nicola's on again and off again boyfriend.
- Madeline Woods: One of the younger Woods siblings.
- Michael Woods: One of the younger Woods siblings,
- Bernadette "Bernie" Woods: Xavier's mother, doctor, and conservative parent.
- Peter Woods: Xavier's father, also a doctor, is a bit more relaxed.
- Jasmine: Xavier's sister.
- Dr. Chester: Schools principal that does not want any after prom parties to occur.
Quotes edit
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“Finding things to do was very important on earth; it was what gave life purpose.”
Bethany Church -
“If you want me... you've got me.”
Xavier -
“...men don't wear makeup unless they're emo or play in a boy band.”
Xavier -
“I've go my little piece of heaven right here.”
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“X=Beth, you are my only solution.”
Xavier to Bethany -
“Don't worry I'm coming down. My way.”
Bethany -
“No buts... just trust me.”
Xavier -
“"You're ridiculous." "You mean irresistible"”
Bethany and Xavier -
“But naughty can be oh so nice.”
Jake Thorn -
“You know, not speaking to you for a few days was the hardest thing I've ever done in my life.”
Xavier -
“It seemed from my reading of literature that being in love meant becoming the beloved's entire world. The rest of the universe paled into insignificance compared to the lovers. When they were separated, each fell into a melancholy state, and only when they were reunited did their hearts start beating again. Only when they were together could they really see the colors of the world. When they were apart, that color leached away, leaving everything a hazy gray.”
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“It was ironic how love could awaken them to the wonders of the universe, while at the same time confine their attention to one another.”
Bethany Church -
“"He called her a MILF, which must be offensive because Miss Castle called him a thug and sent him out of the room. Gabe, what is a MILF?" "I believe it stands for 'mother I'd like to... befriend"”
Bethany Church, Ivy Church
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“Put no obstacle in her path, and this will surely die a natural death; obstruct her, and it will give the situation an importance worth fighting for.”
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“Sometimes it’s better to stop trying to make sense of things. Life isn’t clear-cut, there are always gray areas.”
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“Uh, no, thanks, I’ve got some chores I promised Mom I’d do,” Xavier hedged. “Gabriel’s not here.” “In that case, sure, thanks.”
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“I’m not! I’m stating a truth. You’re my solution to everything,” Xavier replied. “The end result is always you. X always equals Beth.”
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“Love you,” Xavier said just before he drifted back to sleep. “Love you more,” I said playfully. “Not a chance,” Xavier said, fully awake now. “I’m bigger, I can contain more love.”
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“I’m smaller, therefore my love particles are more compressed, which means I can fit more in.”
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“The future is not to be feared but confronted,”
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“I’m afraid that’s inappropriate behavior for the schoolyard,” Xavier teased. “I know my charm is hard to resist, but please try and control yourself.”
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“I believe in a higher power, a spiritual energy. I think life’s too complex to be an accident, don’t you agree?”
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I was not too impressed with human language; it seemed absurdly limited. There was so much that couldn’t be put into words. That was one of the saddest things about people—their most important thoughts and feelings often went unspoken and barely understood. One of the most frustrating words in the human language, as far as I could tell, was love.
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Setting & Locations edit
- Venus Cove: Town the dark forces want to take over.
- Heaven: Home to Gabriel, Ivy, and Bethany.
- Bryce Hamilton School: Gabriel is the music teacher and Bethany is a student.
First Sentence edit
Our arrival didn't exactly go as planned.
Table of Contents edit
1. Descent
2. Flesh
3. Venus Cove
4. Earthbound
5. Small Miracles
6. French class
7. Partay
8. Phantom
9. No Boys Allowed
10. Rebel
11. Head Over Heels
12. Saving Grace
13. His Kiss
14. Defying Gravity
15. The Covenant
16. Family Ties
17. Calm Before The Storm
18. Dark Prince
19. Into The Woods
20. Warning Sign
21. Drowning
22. The "S" Word
23. R.I.P.
24. Only Human
25. Substitute
26. Prom
27. Playing With Fire
28. Angel of Destruction
29. A Friend In Need
30. Raising Hell
31. Deliverance
32. Aftermath
Epilogue
Authors & Contributors edit
- Alexandra Adornetto (Author)
First Edition edit
Original Language: English
Publisher: Feiwel & Friends
Country: USA
Publication Date: August 31, 2010
ISBN: 978-0312656263
Page Count: 496
Publisher: Feiwel & Friends
Country: USA
Publication Date: August 31, 2010
ISBN: 978-0312656263
Page Count: 496
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