Anew
by Chelsea Fine
Published by: Acacia Publishing
Publish Date: December 7, 2011
Genre: Paranormal YA
Series: The Archers of Avalon #1
Source: E-book provided for review
My Rating (4.5 of 5 stars): 
Blurb From Goodreads:
Two years ago, Scarlet awoke in the forest alone, afraid, and unable to remember anything. Lost and confused, her life was a mystery…until she met a boy with a familiar voice.
Gabriel Archer has a voice from her past, and Scarlet’s determined to remember why. She immerses herself in his life only to discover he has a brother he’s kept hidden from her: Tristan Archer.
Upon meeting Tristan, Scarlet’s world becomes even more muddled. While she’s instinctively drawn to Gabriel, she’s impossibly drawn to Tristan–and confused out of her mind. As she tries to piece together her history Scarlet realizes her past…might just be the death of her.
My Review:
I generally don’t read too much young adult fiction, but I am happy to report that Anew is an inventive, exceptional novel. Scarlet is a young woman with serious amnesia, she remembers nothing past the point where she woke up all alone in the woods. With a guardian appointed to her and a spunky best friend, Scarlet lives her life the best she can. However, after meeting the good-looking, familiar voiced Gabriel, Scarlet’s life begins to change, but maybe not for the better.
I love the concept and the structure of Anew. The reader learns the situation right along with Scarlet, as she begins to remember her past in pieces. There is a murky love triangle between Scarlet, Gabriel, and his twin brother Tristan that is both complicated and intriguing. As the reasons behind the complicated triangle are uncovered, Scarlet handles her new situation surprisingly well. She is definitely surprised, but her reactions are to be expected and not over-exaggerated.
The paranormal elements to Anew are refreshingly creative. There are no paranormal creatures such as vampires or shifters, but the paranormal plays a major role in the lives of Tristan, Gabriel, and Scarlet. The brothers Tristan and Gabriel manage the difficult love triangle very well (all things considered) and they are united in their goal of undoing curses of the past and protecting Scarlet. The more Scarlet remembers, the more the plot thickens, and the more enthralled I was with the story.
I hate giving away spoilers, but I will say that the end is a bit of a cliff-hanger. As I finished the last page, I just wanted more, I wanted to know what happens and to continue unraveling the mysteries. I will for sure be eagerly awaiting the next installment in this series and I very highly recommend Anew to readers of paranormal and young adult fiction.
You can find Anew at: Amazon | Barnes and Noble
January 20, 2012 at 11:19 am
This looks good, I have been on a bit of a YA kick of late ..there seems to be so many good books coming out
Glad you enjoyed it and great review.
January 20, 2012 at 11:55 am
I’ve been wanting to read this since I noticed it a few months ago and I haven’t gotten to it yet. It sounds great and I love that it’s creative which is not often seen in YA anymore. Lovely review!
Giselle
Xpresso Reads
January 21, 2012 at 1:22 pm
This does sound like a powerful read. Thanks for the great review!
January 25, 2012 at 4:12 am
Great review! The book sounds amazing!
January 25, 2012 at 4:20 am
Ok, a love triangle and a cliff-hanger? That’s my kind of book!
Thanks for the review!
Candace @ Lovey Dovey books
January 25, 2012 at 4:21 am
Sounds like a great book. Loved the review.
January 25, 2012 at 5:10 am
Anew will be my first Chelsea Fine book; I’m looking forward to reading it!
egstanley(at)gmail(dot)com
January 25, 2012 at 5:54 am
The more I hear about how readers are loving the WRITING as much as the STORY, the more excited I get about reading all of her books! Also, good love triangles are a major *swoon* point for me.
PatriciaERiley (at) gmail
January 25, 2012 at 7:15 am
I love this book, I’m on my third read thru of it and I can’t get enough.
lrobinett(at)gmail(dot)com
January 25, 2012 at 8:19 am
Cliffhangers are the devil!!
I loved your review of Anew.
Saph
saphsbookblog at gmail dot com
January 25, 2012 at 8:26 am
LOVED this book! I thought it was fresh and inventive. The love triangle is well played. I LOVED The Kissing Festival. Who doesn’t like kissing?! I can’t wait for book 2!
January 25, 2012 at 8:29 am
Thanks for the review–I want to read this book soon!
Karen in Breezy Point
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January 25, 2012 at 8:40 am
Good review, I’m looking forward to reading this book but I am a little worried about the cliffhanger, I hate that trend. I’ll give it a try though cuz it sounds like a good read.
lvs2dv (at) gmail (dot) com
January 25, 2012 at 9:08 am
GAAAHHHH! Cliffhanger?! They SO stress me out lol but I’m still going to read the book
heather . c . self @ gmail
January 25, 2012 at 9:10 am
I like this review… I can’t wait to read it!!
January 25, 2012 at 9:15 am
Your review is making me more curious about the book, I like interestingly structured stories. I’ve also been tiring of the paranormal glut in YA and fantasy, but this seems like it would be fun.
January 25, 2012 at 9:24 am
Sounds like a great review hon!! This makes my fourth comment on this giveaway so cheers to 10 points!!
Dprissypunk(at)gmail(dot)com
January 25, 2012 at 9:45 am
This book looks amazing!
January 25, 2012 at 10:24 am
After reading all the great reviews, I cannot wait to read the book.
January 25, 2012 at 10:55 am
Great review! I love cliff hangers so now I am even more excited! theres nothing like waiting for the next book
January 25, 2012 at 11:13 am
The review on this book got me. Being a big kid at heart, I will defiantly be picking up this book.
Thank you,
Ollie Moss
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January 25, 2012 at 11:36 am
Hi, I really hate spoilers in reviews aswell and I think your review was awesome!!!
~Brandy
brandyzbooks at yahoo dot com
January 25, 2012 at 11:51 am
Wow, what an awesome sounding book. I love your review!
I can’t wait to get ahold of this book myself!
January 25, 2012 at 12:07 pm
I can’t wait to read this one.
January 25, 2012 at 12:36 pm
Another great review, and another one that says there’s a cliff hanger. Can’t wait to read!
SWyland808@msn.com
January 25, 2012 at 12:39 pm
I go back and forth with enjoyment of YA reads. I enjoy a good YA that is not too young for me and it sounds like Anew meets this criteria. I thank you for sharing your review today and think I will have to satisfy my itchy fingers and get hold of it
dz59001[at]gmail[dot]com
January 25, 2012 at 12:51 pm
Gah! I just got this book this morning, and I can’t wait to read it!! The reviews that I’ve seen for it so far have me chomping at the bit! And to know that it has a cliffhanger is going to just drive me on, when I KNOW it’ll kill me until the next one comes out, lol. I hate doing that to myself, yet can’t help it, either *sigh*
Beautiful cover, and seriously tempting blurb. I couldn’t walk out of a bookstore without it if I saw it there!
January 25, 2012 at 2:12 pm
Thanks for the great review! By the sounds of the cliff-hangar, I hope it doesn’t take long for the next book to come out. This book sounds great!
paranormalopinion(at)hotmail(dot)com
January 25, 2012 at 3:21 pm
I can’t wait to read this book!! A love triangle??? Every girl’s dream!! Cliff hanger ending…..oh no!! I hate waiting for the sequal’s!!
Theresa
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January 25, 2012 at 3:24 pm
Thanks for the review. A love triangle….what a dream!! A cliff hanger…..oh no!! I hate waiting for a sequal !!
Can’t wait for this book!!
Thanks again!
Theresa
rtnorman2@gmail.com
January 25, 2012 at 3:51 pm
Great review! I am so looking forward to reading Anew! I have to admit, I love a good love triangle and this one intrigues me. =)
Pam
vanillaorchids69(at)gmail(dot)com
January 25, 2012 at 4:11 pm
That is one killer cliffhanger! I don’t think I can wait for the sequel. I miss Tristan.
Good review.
jjandstormy at yahoo dot com
January 25, 2012 at 4:16 pm
I generally don’t read YA, but I’m definitely interested in reading ANEW!
jtcgc at yahoo dot com
January 25, 2012 at 5:34 pm
Awesome review. Just received it in my inbox and I can’t wait to read it.
Morganlafey86(at)aol(dot)com
January 25, 2012 at 5:52 pm
Awesome Awesome review!I have read this bookand also love it!I highly recommend this book!I can’t wait for The Archers Of Avalon Book2 tina_rintn@yahoo.com
January 25, 2012 at 7:09 pm
I got my copy from Ms. Chelsea and I can’t wait to read it! Great review! I always love a good love triangle and as you said, as the story thickens it just made reading a lot more engrossing! I can’t wait! Thanks for sharing this review =)
hugs, April @ Books4Juliet
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January 25, 2012 at 7:37 pm
Great review Book Savvy Babe! I love a good love triangle, can’t wait to read this one!
romancingthedarkside{at}gmail{dot}com
January 25, 2012 at 8:53 pm
Fun review to read. Love the cover and colors on this book. Sounds like a fun read!
Ann Charles
January 25, 2012 at 9:32 pm
Hey girlie!! Just checking out what you had to say about it since we have similar tastes in books
viajeradelmar@aol.com
January 25, 2012 at 10:18 pm
This is another great and positive review for Chelsea. I’m so happy to see that she is gaining such positive feedback and growing fans on her new book.
Teresa K.
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January 26, 2012 at 9:04 pm
Can’t wait to sink my teeth into this book after reading all of these great reviews. Have a wonderful weekend. myneuroticbookaffair@gmail.com
January 27, 2012 at 4:30 am
Thank for the review i’m gonna by the paperback copy now ^^ bab3z_azn_bab3z@hotmail.com
January 27, 2012 at 4:29 pm
Interesting book cant wait to read
Kaerah(dot)lopez(at)gmail(dot)com
January 27, 2012 at 5:30 pm
LOVE your review!! Very honest and full of great details!! I can’t wait to read the book <3
xoxo
stacey jo
bakinstuff at yahoo
January 27, 2012 at 8:31 pm
Great reviews can’t wait to read this book!!!
Bonnie
bpietruch@comcast.net
January 28, 2012 at 6:23 pm
Thanks for the review. I have another one to add to my tbr list!
January 29, 2012 at 3:23 pm
Thanks for the fabulous review =) I just added this book to my TBR list today and I am already anxious to begin reading. The storyline seems great and I like that while the paranormal is important it doesn’t dominate the storyline.
-Emily
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