Crescendo (Fitzpatrick novel)

Crescendo is the second novel in the Hush, Hush saga, a young adult paranormal romance series written by Becca Fitzpatrick. Published in 2010, it follows the continuing relationship between Nora Grey, a human teenager, and Patch Cipriano, a fallen angel.

The novel picks up where the first book, Hush, Hush, left off. Nora and Patch's relationship is strained by secrets and a mysterious distance Patch puts between them. Nora struggles to understand Patch's motivations and fears he may be hiding something dangerous from her. She begins to question his true intentions and whether she can truly trust him.

A significant plot element in Crescendo revolves around the reappearance of Nora's presumed-dead father. Nora begins investigating his death, uncovering secrets about his past and its connection to the Nephilim, the offspring of angels and humans. This investigation puts her in danger and further complicates her relationship with Patch, who seems to be actively trying to steer her away from the truth.

Throughout the story, Nora deals with issues of trust, deception, and identity as she navigates the supernatural world she has been drawn into. New characters are introduced, adding to the intrigue and complexity of the plot. The climax of the novel involves a dangerous confrontation with forces that seek to harm Nora and exploit her family history.

Crescendo explores themes of forbidden love, sacrifice, and the struggle between good and evil, characteristic of the paranormal romance genre. The ending leaves the reader with a cliffhanger, setting the stage for the next installment in the series.