Maggie Stiefvater is one of the best young adult authors out there right now. I'm usually happy with a book if the story is compelling or if the writing is beautiful, but Maggie does both like a champion. The Raven Boys introduces an entirely new love triangle concept and it is tension-filled without being cloying, which is pretty darn impressive. I adore Blue and I love love love the four raven boys. I can't wait to see where Maggie goes with this series. 
 {4.5 stars}