When The Wind Blows by: James Patterson

So, I started this book because I thought it was the beginning of James Patterson's young adult series Maximum Ride. Well, from the sounds of things, he wrote this and a sequel and then took the idea but changed most of the characters and background story for the series. Oh well, it was a good read none the less.
I have never been a big fan of James Patterson (have only read one other book of his that I liked) but this story was very interesting and unique and really pulled me in. His style is very different with the narration jumping around, which I actually like and really moves the story.
When The Wind Blows is the story of a group of scientists and doctors on a mission to genetically engineer a better, more powerful human race. They run The School, which houses children that they conduct their experiments on. Maximum and her brother, Matthew are kept at the school and have never been outside it's walls. They are under strict watch. They also have wings!
When a sloppy guard accidently leaves a door open, Max and Matthew make a break for it for fear of being "put to sleep", like all the other "rejects". Max narrowly escapes with her life but Matthews fate is unsure. Luckily, Max is found by a local veternarian, Frannie O'Neill, who cannot believe what she is seeing and, with the help of Kit, a mysterious FBI agent, they uncover Max's secrets and put their own lives on the line.
The Sci-Fi element is really intriguing although not overly detailed, which can get confusing (at least for my small brain). The story moves very well and keeps you on the edge of your seat. I really got into this book and am looking forward to reading the sequel, although am undecided on whether to go onto the young adult series afterward. It may bug the hell out of me if the names are changed or the story background is way off from the others. I like consistency!
Not sure what will be next on the reading block! I have a growing stack from the library and an even larger pile of books I own that I haven't read yet. Stay tuned for where my mood takes me :-)