Push (Game, #2)

by Eve Silver

[Kelly]

3½ Stars.
http://www.divabooknerd.com/2014/07/push-by-eve-silver.html
I absolutely loved Rush and although Push wasn't nearly as engaging, it's a worthy sequel in what seems to be an underrated series. It follows the story of Miki, who is still mourning her deceased mother and living with her father who struggles with alcoholism. But after an act of heroism, Miki is taken before her time and a second chance at life comes courtesy of the Committee, A group of superior beings that can give the gift of life in exchange for fighting against the Drau in an alternate reality. It's unique and blends a world of contemporary with realistic issues Miki faces, but with a science fiction twist. She was lured into The Game by Jackson, who could only exit if a replacement was found. But as the two teens took on the Drau, a relationship between the two flourished and now both compete to keep one another safe.

Both he and Miki are engaging characters as separate entities, but once together, Miki appears to be on the verge of a love struck and emotional mess and Jackson displaying an arrogance thinly disguised as gallantry. Describing his smile as dark, feral and appealing, making her insides melt? Miki only seems to find Jackson charming and alluring when he shifts into an almost predatory mode. It borders on disturbing at times.

Push was entertaining, but does plunge into what seems to be middle series syndrome. Ending on a cliffhanger yet again, I'm hoping Eve Silver has an action packed series finale in the works for fans who have loyally supported the series.