Nastasya is 459 years old. As an immortal, it's nearly impossible for her to die. She and her friends are living the good life - constant drinking and partying, moving from city to city and changing identities whenever necessary to blend in. But, for some reason, Nastasya doesn't find it enjoyable any more. In an attempt to make a change, she goes to River's Edge, a place for immortals who need to be away from the rest of the world. Doing farm chores and taking classes at River's Edge is a difficult change for a party girl, but all of the lives that she has lived and the things that she has witnessed are starting to weigh heavily on Nastasya. She will have to learn how to live with her past - and her present.
This is the first book in the Immortal Beloved trilogy (followed by Darkness Falls and Eternally Yours). It was definitely an interesting book and I'm looking forward to reading the rest of the series, to find out what happens to the characters. The concept is interesting and the characters are well developed; however, if you enjoy lots of action, this book may not be for you. There are lots of flashbacks to various times in Nastasya's life - some of which have plenty of action - but the main story is a bit slower and focuses on her personal growth. However, it's told in first person and the descriptions/commentaries are often creative, wry, and incredibly funny. I would recommend this to older fantasy fans who enjoy books about persons with magic in the real world and stories of characters who are finding themselves.
- If this book sounds interesting, consider these: Wicked Lovely, Warbreaker, Jessica's Guide to Dating on the Dark Side, or Daughter of the Flames
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