Marked

First of all, feel free to express any differences you have with me, as long as it is civil. I am all about comparing and discussing books. I see no need to argue via web about the book. Everyone is entitled to his/her own opinion.
I remember liking this book a lot better a couple years ago when I read it for the first time. Now, however, I feel very little happened in the 306 pages. I understand it is intended for the young adults, (which I am 22 now), but I am not understanding how negative these reviews are. I am not going to go on a tangent about other reviews though, so here is mine.

Dislikes:
I would have liked a little more suspense leading up to Zoey's marking.
There were times I got a bit annoyed with the inserted side comments and sarcasm, because of the frequent use of them.
Some of the “attention getters” did not have to be so inappropriate.
I could not help but feel a little uneasy every time a rude comment, or reference was made about the “step-loser”. Instead of feeling the dislike Zoey had for him, and the insults being directed at him, I felt it was always addressed to Christianity as a whole.
I would have liked Erik to be introduced in a less cliché fashion.

Likes:
I like the relatable parts such as when Zoey describes feeling like she does not belong. I enjoy being able to relate to characters when I read. It helps me feel like I am really part of the book.
Reading this book a couple years ago verses reading it now, does not change my likes and dislikes. I still enjoyed the book, in spite of my dislikes.
For some reason I got super excited when Zoey found Nala. I like cats and dogs alike, but this moment reminded me of when I found my black cat Spooks. The happiness just overwhelmed me. This goes with the being able to relate aspect of my review.

Favorite quote: “Darkness does not always equate to evil, just as light does not always bring good.”