Product Details
Simon & Schuster UK, October 2010
Hardcover, 336 pages
ISBN-10: 0857071122
ISBN-13: 9780857071125
Grades: 9 and up
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Clea Raymond has felt the glare of the spotlight her entire life. The daughter of a renowned surgeon and a prominent Washington DC politician, Clea has grown to be a talented photojournalist who takes refuge in a career that allows her to travel to the most exotic parts of the world. But following Clea's father's disappearance while on a humanitarian mission, Clea's photos begin to feature eerie, shadowy images of a strange and beautiful man - a man she has never seen before.
When fate brings Clea and this man together, she is stunned by the immediate and powerful connection she feels with him. As they grow closer, they are drawn deep into the mystery behind her father's disappearance, and begin to discover the centuries old truth behind their intense bond. Torn by a dangerous love triangle and haunted by a powerful secret that holds their fates, together the pair find themselves in a race against time to unravel their pasts in order to save their futures…
When fate brings Clea and this man together, she is stunned by the immediate and powerful connection she feels with him. As they grow closer, they are drawn deep into the mystery behind her father's disappearance, and begin to discover the centuries old truth behind their intense bond. Torn by a dangerous love triangle and haunted by a powerful secret that holds their fates, together the pair find themselves in a race against time to unravel their pasts in order to save their futures…
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Chapter 1"Hilary Duff’s Elixir is good medicine. a novel this good is just begging for a big-screen adaptation. After gulping up "Elixir," I'm ready for another dose."
-- Amy Wilkinson at MTV.com
“HilaryDuff has given paranormal a whole new spin. Elixir has a fresh voice, greatplot twists and an ending that left me wanting the next book in the series…when [both] the plot twists and the love triangle intensify with Clea, Sage and Ben, Iwas hooked and couldn’t stop reading it. A powerful centuries-old secretreveals some character twists, uncovers a great mythology and makes for afascinating plot.”
-- mundiemoms.com
"I can honestly say that when I came to the last page of the novel I was sad. I didn’t want the story to end, and am excited at the thought of a second novel. Clea’s story is so captivating that i felt like i was living in her world and watching it unfold before my eyes. Elixir is so far the best book I’ve read in 2010!"
-- Alex at Twilight Series Theories
"Elixir will work…for fans of Lisa McMann's Wake trilogy: …the dream elements, the idea of the incubus, and the mystery will appeal to these readers."
-- stacked.blogspot.com
"The dialogue was great. I really connected with it, because as a teen I know what it’s like to read a forced attempt of an adult trying to sound like a teen--and there was none of that in this book. Hilary’s voice was great! I loved the fluidity of her words."
-- Esmerelda at Dreamz of a YA Writer
Teen Vogue, October 21, 2011
...It’s time for battle of the bands—headbands, that is! Both Hilary Duff and Evan Rachel Wood were recently spotted rocking the same Jennifer Behr hair accessory in their manes. We adore the way both starlets styled the piece, but which ...
International Business Times Australia, October 15, 2011
...Hilary duff expecting a baby boy: Photos of the glowing mother-to-be Hilary Duff has recently revealed that she is expecting a son. The singer made the announcement on "The Ellen DeGeneres ...
BabbleBaby, October 15, 2011
...Hilary Duff pregnant wearing heels & leather pants! Hilary Duff may be pregnant with her first child, but she isn’t letting a baby bump alter her sense of style! Hilary ...
International Business Times Australia, October 14, 2011
...Hilary Duff is expecting a boy. The singer recently made the announcement on "The Ellen DeGeneres Show," according to The Hollywood Reporter. "I haven't told anyone yet. I just ...
AllVoices, October 13, 2011
...Hilary Duff does not ceases to amaze.The Disney actress who caused ascandal for her hot music video, after having fallen in the shoes of history's most famous thief, sent ...
Contactmusic, October 12, 2011
...Pregnant Hilary Duff has been looking ahead to her first child with hockey player Mike Comrie after releasing her second novel 'Devoted'. Hilary Duff is looking ahead to giving birth after releasing ...
International Business Times Australia, October 12, 2011
...Just months after announcing her pregnancy, Hilary Duff has confessed that her growing baby feels like an alien invasion. "It's so different. It's literally like an alien has taken over your body. One day I ...
Access Hollywood, October 12, 2011
...9:04 AM EDT Credit: NEW YORK, N.Y. -- Caption Hilary Duff signs copies of ‘Devoted,’ her new novel, at Barnes & Noble Tribeca in New York City on October 10, 2011Although she’s appeared in hit movies, starred on a ...
Merced Sun-Star, October 12, 2011
...Although she's appeared in hit movies, starred on a Disney TV show and sold millions of records, Hilary Duff still feels like she has things to prove in showbiz. Duff says during her time on "Lizzie McGuire," the show she starred in for two ...
Flare.com, October 12, 2011
...Flare Entertainment Team 0 Hilary Duff’s second novel, which hits shelves today, is just the latest addition to the celebrity literary canon. Are these reads trash or true brilliance? We’ll let you judge ...
GoodTaste, October 11, 2011
...Hilary to pen third book Hilary Duff has announced plans to publish a third book. The actress-singer released Elixir in June last year, with follow Devoted is out this week. And Duff says she plans to ...
She Knows, October 11, 2011
...Did you know Hilary Duff is a best-selling author? The actress, singer and mom-to-be recently stopped by Good Morning America to promote her new book, Devoted. Watch! Hilary Duff is a stellar multi-tasker. Simultaneously ...
International Business Times HK, October 11, 2011
...Hilary Duff has released "Devoted," the second book in her "Elixir" trilogy." So what will "Devoted" have to offer fans? Duff spoke of the trilogy's protagonist, Clea, and ...
Thaindian News, October 11, 2011
...Washington, Oct 11 (THAINDIAN NEWS) Hilary Duff’s second book titled “Devoted,” has been released to the various bookstores. The star is currently expecting her first child but the pregnancy did not stop her from completing ...
WBAL, October 11, 2011
...Hilary Duff is a very busy mom-to-be! In between getting ready for a baby, Hilary has somehow found the time to write the follow-up to her best selling debut novel, "Elixir ...
Glamour UK, October 11, 2011
...A glowing Hilary Duff was pictured at a photo call in New York yesterday for her new book, Devoted, which is the sequel to her smash-hit debut novel, Elixir. The pregnant star, who ...
MTV, October 10, 2011
...think about it or dream about it, I see a boy,' mom-to-be tells MTV News. By Christina Garibaldi Hilary Duff Photo: MTV News Hilary Duff is a busy mom-to-be . The former Disney star, who is more than four months pregnant, ...
The Hot Hits Live from LA, September 28, 2011
...some holiday reading? Then this list is for you! Note: there may be some spoilers in this article. Elixir -- Hilary Duff Hilary Duff chose not to base her first novel on her own life. Instead she wrote about the rich daughter of a US senator ...
Daily Campus, September 27, 2011
...has recently announced their intent on making "The Carrie Diaries" into a television show according to hollywoodreporter.com. "Elixir," by Hilary Duff, is a novel by an unlikely author. Though I was hesitant to expect too much from this ...
PRWeb, September 26, 2011
...Actress turned author, Hilary Duff and author turned celebrity, Steven Carter wowed the crowds at the 2011 Bienal do Livro in Rio de Janeiro last week. Brazil’s national book fair was a stunning ...
PRWeb, September 26, 2011
...Actress turned author, Hilary Duff and author turned celebrity, Steven Carter wowed the crowds at the 2011 Bienal do Livro in Rio de Janeiro last week. Brazil’s national book fair was a stunning ...
Thaindian News, July 28, 2011
...New York, Oct 12 (THAINDIAN NEWS) Hilary Duff will see her first novel officially hit the stores later today. The book called “Elixir” was co-authored by Elise Allen. During an interview to promote the upcoming book, Hilary ...
Thaindian News, July 28, 2011
...Hillary Duff has released her first novel, and it is due to be on the store shelves today. ‘Elixir’ was co written by Elise Allen, who is due to release her own premiere novel in August of 2011. Duff was on ‘The Today Show’ this ...
Philippine Star, July 16, 2011
...to hear what isnt said and to recognize how your personal conversational style meshes or clashes with others. Elixir By Hilary Duff P385 Seventeen-year-old Clea Raymond has felt the glare of the spotlight her entire life. The daughter of a ...
Examiner.com, June 7, 2011
...Hilary Duff's best-selling debut novel, Elixir, is out in paperback today. The book, a New York Times Best Seller that was co-written by Elise Allen, was originally released in October ...
Examiner.com, June 6, 2011
...This past year has been one of transition for actress/singer Hilary Duff. In 2010, she got married to hockey player Mike Comrie, and she became a first-time author with the publication of her critically acclaimed, best-selling novel ...
411mania.com, March 19, 2011
...Hilary Duff's career as an author is set to continue. The actress/singer's publisher that her second book, Devoted, will release on October 11th of this year. Her first book ...
Perez Hilton, March 18, 2011
...Yes, already! Hilary Duff 's first book, Elixir , was such a hit, a second book has been announced ! Fans won't be disappointed as the book is scheduled to be released later ...
AllVoices, February 16, 2011
...hair salon in Beverly Hills, California on February 16th, 2011. If you haven't read her new book Elixir you have a chance to grab a copy of ...
AllVoices, February 6, 2011
...30 pm Hilary Duff goes shopping on Sunday (February 6) in Paris, France. The 23-year-old actress and Elixir author dropped by the Chanel , Isabel Marant , and Hermes boutiques on her day out on ...
School Library Journal, February 3, 2011
...She may only be 23, but Hilary Duff has already proven her chops as an actress, songwriter, singer, and philanthropist. Now she's set her sights on book author with Elixir (S & S, 2010), a romance ...
PopSugar Australia, February 3, 2011
...Hilary Duff posed with copies of her first book Elixir at a signing in Paris. She stayed warm in jeans, a leather jacket and a skull-print scarf, and looked gorgeous with ...
San Jose Mercury News, February 3, 2011
...by Karim Amara on February 3rd, 2011 at 3:53 pm | Categorized as Celebrities | Tagged as Hilary Duff, Paris Hilton, Rod Stewart, Usher Roman Stoeppler/ Paris Hilton goes to Germany … can they keep her? Paris Hilton is pimping her new wine ...
San Jose Mercury News, February 3, 2011
...Yeah, we kid you not. Also featured today: Usher does his best Blade imitation during a London concert; Hilary Duff joins the parade of stars turned authors for her new book "elixir;" and Rod Stewart should no longer dress himself. The is ...
BellaSugar Australia, February 3, 2011
...Hilary Duff picked a Marchesa Spring '11-esque top knot and a glossy berry lip to sign copies of her new book, Elixir , in Paris yesterday. She teamed it with dark, defined ...
AllVoices, January 31, 2011
...When actress/singer Hilary Duff made the talk-show rounds last fall to promote her first novel, Elixir , a young-adult romance with a paranormal element, she answered Ellen, Regis, Kelly and Jimmy's softball questions ...
Daily Campus, January 27, 2011
...s true that our favorite "Jersey Shore" cast member recently joined the ranks of such distinguished authors as Hilary Duff, Lauren Conrad and Nicole Richie. Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi's novel, "A Shore Thing," hit bookshelves on Jan. 4 and ...
Toronto Star Online, January 19, 2011
...UPDATE: Just Jared reports that this happy, fluffy story was total nonsense and made up. "Hilary Duff may be excited about having kids with hubby Mike Comrie someday, but she’s not expecting a baby, contrary to tabloid reports. The ...
Toronto Star Online, January 19, 2011
...Star Magazine claims Hilary Duff is pregnant. No official announcement yet. But with the boatloads of babies that have been announced/birthed/presented lately, it wouldn't be a surprise if there were more on the ...
OK! Magazine, December 3, 2010
...Hilary Duff is embracing the holiday spirit! The 24-year-old actress visited Normandie Ave. Elementary School Thursday in South Central L.A. to participate in the “Blessings In A Backpack” food program ...
Before Its News, November 13, 2010
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Yahoo! Canada, November 11, 2010
...Access Hollywood - LOS ANGELES, Calif. -- Hilary Duff wed Canadian NHL star Mike Comrie on August 14, and the former Disney darling paid a visit to Access Hollywood Live to share many of the details of her ...
Yahoo! News, November 11, 2010
...omg! - LOS ANGELES, Calif. -- Hilary Duff wed Canadian NHL star Mike Comrie on August 14, and the former Disney darling paid a visit to Access Hollywood Live to share many of the details of her ...
Fashion Spot, November 5, 2010
...Who knew Hilary Duff was a budding novelist? For that matter, who knew Hilary Duff had gotten so glam since her Lizzie McGuire days? As Hilary traveled the bookstores of the country last ...
Monsters and Critics, October 29, 2010
...Hilary Duff has revealed how a mega-fan asked her to sign his arm and then went and got her signature tattooed on permanently. Teen Choice Awards 2010, Gibson Amphitheatre, Universal City ...
Teen Vogue, October 25, 2010
...WHO: Hilary Duff WORE: Camo leggings and an oversize sweater WHERE: Her book signing at Barnes & Noble Hilary Duff looked super chic at the signing of her new book, Elixir . Duff ...
Extra TV, October 22, 2010
...Newlywed actress Hilary Duff stopped by The Grove to chat with "Extra's" Mario Lopez , where she cleared up speculation that she's ready to have a baby, and also talked about her ...
MusicRooms.net, October 21, 2010
...Hilary Duff continues to promote her new book Elixir and reveals she's already planning her second ...
OK! Magazine, October 20, 2010
...Hilary Duff didn’t hold back at The Grove in Hollywood yesterday — she looked just as pleased and proud as anyone debuting their first book would be! Hil smiled her ...
Yahoo! India, October 20, 2010
...London, Oct 20 (IANS) Singer Hilary Duff, who recently released her first book as a writer, has already started planning second novel. The singer/actress signed a deal to release her teen mystery tome 'Elixir' earlier this ...
KHON 2, October 20, 2010
...Actress/singer Hilary Duff attends Good Housekeeping's 125th anniversary at the New York City Center on April 12, 2010 in New York City. (Stephen Lovekin, ) Hilary Duff is ready to write her ...
Starpulse, October 20, 2010
...Hilary Duff is ready to write her second novel - despite only releasing her debut book earlier this month. The singer/actress signed a deal to release her teen mystery tome "Elixir" ...
Contactmusic, October 20, 2010
...HILARY DUFF is ready to write her second novel - despite only releasing her debut book earlier this month (Oct10). The singer/actress signed a deal to release her teen mystery tome ...
Mid Day, October 20, 2010
...Hilary Duff autographs copies of her new "Elixir" book at Anderson's Bookshop in Chicago." Thanks everyone for coming to the signing!" the 23-year-old singer and actress said on Twitter ...
Sunday People, October 14, 2010
...Hilary Duff may be a recently married young woman of 23, but when it comes to books she's not quite ready to grow up. She says she loves reading young ...
