Crescendo has mild spice (1/5)—there are some intimate scenes but they're not the focus.

Does Crescendo have a happy ending?

Crescendo ends on a cliffhanger—no traditional HEA or HFN. This is part of the Hush, Hush series, so the story continues in the next book.

What tropes are in Crescendo?

Crescendo features several romance tropes including forbidden love, angel romance, love triangle, misunderstanding, secret relationship, guardian/protector.

What are the content warnings for Crescendo?

Content warnings for Crescendo include: violence, death of loved one, stalking, kidnapping, toxic relationships, attempted murder, gaslighting, parental death.

Is Crescendo a standalone or part of a series?

Crescendo is book 2 in the Hush, Hush series.

Is Crescendo dual POV?

Crescendo is told in first person.

What is the setting of Crescendo?

Crescendo is set in small town / village, academy / campus—paranormal, low fantasy / secret magic.

What is the mood of Crescendo?

Crescendo has a intense, angsty, dramatic, mysterious, suspenseful feel to it.

What order should I read the Hush, Hush series?

Crescendo is book 2 in the Hush, Hush series.

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Crescendo

by Becca Fitzpatrick

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Mood

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Book Details

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Primary Genre

Paranormal Romance

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POV

First Person

Romance Pacing

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Mood & Vibe

Mood

intense angsty dramatic mysterious suspenseful dark romantic brooding

Writing Style

suspensefuldramaticconversationalemotional

Story Pacing

medium

Emotional Weight

heavy

Energy Required

medium

Vibes

jealousy and heartbreak dark angel mythology small-town paranormal danger trust issues and secrets will-they-wont-they tension

Characters

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MMC Archetype

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Spice Level 1

Spice Style

Getting Steamy

Bringing the Heat

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paranormallow fantasy / secret magic

Primary Setting

small town / villageacademy / campus

Fantasy Creatures

angels humans only

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Emotional Payoff

Best Time of Year

autumn

When & Where to Read

bedtime rainy weekend cozy evening can't sleep

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Crescendo

At a Glance

Book Details

Primary GenreWhat type of book this is. Romance? Fantasy? A 400-page therapy session disguised as a thriller?

PairingWho's falling in love? The gender makeup of your main romance. Helps you find your specific flavor of love story.

POVWhose head are you in? First person = deep in the feels. Third = watching from above. Dual = emotional whiplash (affectionate).

Romance PacingHow long until they kiss? Slow burn = 300 pages of tension. Insta-love = page 12 and it's already chaos.

AudiobookCan you experience this book while driving? Washing dishes? Working out while emotionally destroyed? Check here.

AvailableCan you experience this book while driving? Washing dishes? Working out while emotionally destroyed? Check here.

TropesPlot devices and story situations that drive the romance. These are the circumstances that throw characters together or create conflict, not how they personally relate.

Mood & Vibe

MoodWhat you felt reading this. Swoony? Gutted? Deliciously unhinged? The emotional fingerprint.

Writing StyleHow the author writes - prose style, dialogue approach, and narrative voice. This is about craft and delivery, not emotional effect.

Story PacingDoes the story sprint or saunter? Fast = you'll miss sleep. Slow = you'll savor every word. Medium = balanced chaos.

Emotional WeightHow much are you gonna cry? Light = fun feels. Moderate = real stakes. Heavy = bring tissues. Devastating = call your therapist.

Energy RequiredCan you read this on a Tuesday after work, or do you need a full Saturday and three cups of coffee? Low/Medium/High.

VibesOne perfect sentence that captures the essence. Like: 'Fae politics meets forbidden romance with zero chill.'

Characters

FMC ArchetypeWho is she? The female main character's core identity/role. Assassin? Healer? General Badass?

MMC ArchetypeWho is he? The male main character's core identity/role. Your exact flavor of book boyfriend.

Relationship DynamicsThe interpersonal dynamic between the main characters. How do they relate to each other? This is about character energy and connection style, not plot situations.

Spice Details 🌶️

Spice StyleNot just how much spice, but what kind. Emotional intimacy? Explicit but vanilla? Plot-driven heat? Know your flavor.

Getting SteamyGentle kinks. Fun but nothing too crazy. The appetizer, so to speak.

Bringing the HeatFor those who know exactly what they came for. This is where you find your exact brand of chaos. The good stuff.

⚠️ Content Warnings

World & Setting

World TypeWhat kind of world are you stepping into? High fantasy = full secondary world. Urban fantasy = magic in modern cities. Portal = starts here, goes there.

Primary SettingWhere does the story physically take place? Court intrigue = palace. Dark academia = campus. Cozy witch vibes = small town. This is about location, not world rules.

Fantasy CreaturesWhat supernatural beings populate this world? Fae courts, vampire covens, dragon riders, or just regular humans doing their best.

RepresentationIdentity representation in the book. LGBTQ+, race/ethnicity, disability, neurodivergence, body type, age and more.

Reading Context

Emotional PayoffWhat you get for showing up. The catharsis, the growth, the 'I'm a different person now' moment. This is why the hard books are worth it.

Best Time of YearSeasonal mood rings for books. Summer romance reads different than winter gothic.

When & Where to ReadContext matters. Some books are Beach Trip energy, others are 3am Bedtime spiral-reads. Trust.

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