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I was hoping when this book came out that it would be another awesome JK book. How wrong I was. I put the book down as I just couldn't get I to it, and recently picked it back up hoping I'd try and finish it. No such luck. I just had to put its book down and put it away. Something about it is just un-interesting.
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Growing up I loved both the Goosebumps and Fear Street books - I still have my collection at home. I was always keen to read another.
Now that I'm older though, these books have lost the appeal for me. The writing style is definitely suited to the younger generations in High School. I found it hard to believe the storyline and yes, I know its a horror story, but I just couldn't get into it the way some supernatural/horror books pull me in.
I also feel like there were some unanswered questions at the end - particularly what happens with Diego.
Don't get me wrong, I think this book is great for anyone who is younger and loves to read RL Stine, but if you're older and hoping for a blast from the past, it may not hold the same thrills as it did when you were at the target age of the audience for this series.
Growing up I loved both the Goosebumps and Fear Street books - I still have my collection at home. I was always keen to read another.
Now that I'm older though, these books have lost the appeal for me. The writing style is definitely suited to the younger generations in High School. I found it hard to believe the storyline and yes, I know its a horror story, but I just couldn't get into it the way some supernatural/horror books pull me in.
I also feel like there were some unanswered questions at the end - particularly what happens with Diego.
Don't get me wrong, I think this book is great for anyone who is younger and loves to read RL Stine, but if you're older and hoping for a blast from the past, it may not hold the same thrills as it did when you were at the target age of the audience for this series.
Another Fuentes brother. Another great book. I still think Alex is my favourite followed by Carlos, but Luis was loveable as well. I feel like this book didn't have as much danger brewing just under the surface of things, but it was a great storyline and of course it was awesome to see characters from the previous books in this one as well. The epilogue always a great way to end the story/series.
What a fantastic book. Keplinger really points out some of the truths about sex and they way guys and girls are perceived differently when it comes down to it. The idea of this storyline is fun yet serious at the same time. There was also lots of humour in this book which had me laughing at many different moments. A fun and fast read pointing out some real truths and making you think, while leaving you laughing and entertained all at the same time.
Another great Kody Keplinger novel. This was a great coming of age story about a high school reputation, family issues and finding oneself. A fun, funny and serious read all at the same time. Loved it.
ARC kindly provided via Net Galley in exchange for an honest review
My first book by J.L. Perry.
This was a very in depth book. Starting off with a glimpse of Carters childhood and the day that pretty much turned his whole demeanour around, and helping for the reader to understand how this childhood interaction helped shape him.
Fast forward to age 17, and we have our first interactions with Indi, her father Ross, and his mother Elizabeth's new husband, the evil stepfather. Carters whole attitude in this section of the book is both frustrating, amusing yet understandable for readers thanks to the glimpse we saw earlier in the prologue of 5yr old Carter. His interactions back and forth with Indi, and the changing character view points between them both kept me very entertained. At times I wanted smack him upside the head, whilst at others I was cackling to myself at their hilarious antics.
Fast forward another 5 years to the grown up and more mature version of Carter. Will he have learnt from his mistakes and will Indi forgive him? This is the main question. From here the book moves pretty fast in some parts, while in others I felt like it was dragging. Still from both points of view. I think mainly though, the story is best how it was written because we actually get some in depth detail and storytelling without being rushed along without answers.
I loved the adult Carter and I loved how he and Indi have both changed within themselves yet ultimately kept their main character traits in terms of sassy attitude. The challenges they face are pretty much anyone's worst nightmare, yet the way they handle things is a testament to their character and strengths.
The ending of the book was partially predictable, but it was wonderful all the same. I loved how things got rounded out and the author left no un-answered questions. The second half of the book has a much more serious tone yet still has all the funny little quirks that keep you laughing at particular moments and enjoying the banter between characters.
I feel that this was a very well rounded book and would definitely recommend it to others.
My first book by J.L. Perry.
This was a very in depth book. Starting off with a glimpse of Carters childhood and the day that pretty much turned his whole demeanour around, and helping for the reader to understand how this childhood interaction helped shape him.
Fast forward to age 17, and we have our first interactions with Indi, her father Ross, and his mother Elizabeth's new husband, the evil stepfather. Carters whole attitude in this section of the book is both frustrating, amusing yet understandable for readers thanks to the glimpse we saw earlier in the prologue of 5yr old Carter. His interactions back and forth with Indi, and the changing character view points between them both kept me very entertained. At times I wanted smack him upside the head, whilst at others I was cackling to myself at their hilarious antics.
Fast forward another 5 years to the grown up and more mature version of Carter. Will he have learnt from his mistakes and will Indi forgive him? This is the main question. From here the book moves pretty fast in some parts, while in others I felt like it was dragging. Still from both points of view. I think mainly though, the story is best how it was written because we actually get some in depth detail and storytelling without being rushed along without answers.
I loved the adult Carter and I loved how he and Indi have both changed within themselves yet ultimately kept their main character traits in terms of sassy attitude. The challenges they face are pretty much anyone's worst nightmare, yet the way they handle things is a testament to their character and strengths.
The ending of the book was partially predictable, but it was wonderful all the same. I loved how things got rounded out and the author left no un-answered questions. The second half of the book has a much more serious tone yet still has all the funny little quirks that keep you laughing at particular moments and enjoying the banter between characters.
I feel that this was a very well rounded book and would definitely recommend it to others.
3.5 Stars
ARC kindly provided via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
I wasn't sure whether to rate this one three or four stars, so I settled in between. I enjoyed the historical part of the novel, being set in the late 1800's, and the fact that Jo wanted more than what society said a girl should say/act/do/be treated.
I wasn't really too involved in finding out the truth about the crime against Jo's father, I was more invested in the story of Jo and Eddie, and of Fay. I guessed Mad Mary's identity early on, so was not surprised by the revelation of it later in the book.
I enjoyed reading this book, but it didn't hold quite the allure of other historical fiction books I have read.
A great idea for a story overall, and I wouldn't say it was terrible or anything. Not too sure if I would recommend this one or not. More than likely I would.
ARC kindly provided via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
I wasn't sure whether to rate this one three or four stars, so I settled in between. I enjoyed the historical part of the novel, being set in the late 1800's, and the fact that Jo wanted more than what society said a girl should say/act/do/be treated.
I wasn't really too involved in finding out the truth about the crime against Jo's father, I was more invested in the story of Jo and Eddie, and of Fay. I guessed Mad Mary's identity early on, so was not surprised by the revelation of it later in the book.
I enjoyed reading this book, but it didn't hold quite the allure of other historical fiction books I have read.
A great idea for a story overall, and I wouldn't say it was terrible or anything. Not too sure if I would recommend this one or not. More than likely I would.
ARC kindly provided in exchange for an honest review.
The concept of this novel is a wonderful idea - a girl taking the virginity of different boys so that they can make the first time special for their girlfriends. There's lots of concepts at play here - is Mercedes really helping them? I mean, they're cheating on their girlfriends. Why is she doing this? As in, deep down what's the real motivation?
I guessed at what we find out it's the truth of the situation, although not in the complete situation as its revealed. This is a serious subject for a book and is very well written. I connected with the characters and wanted to find out more about them. Of course I was cheering for the happy ending to hopefully come and I wanted certain people to get what they deserved.
This book also highlights the cruelties of Internet bullying and how fast something can spread like wildfire to be a topic of gossip in a high school, and how the other students will treat the person in question.
Of course another important aspect is of sexual harassment and how people handle this and what they should about it. The consequences involved. Not a topic to be taken lightly of course.
I was very engaged in this book and it only took me a few hours to read. Serious yet entertaining and well written. A wonderful novel and I would definitely recommend.
The concept of this novel is a wonderful idea - a girl taking the virginity of different boys so that they can make the first time special for their girlfriends. There's lots of concepts at play here - is Mercedes really helping them? I mean, they're cheating on their girlfriends. Why is she doing this? As in, deep down what's the real motivation?
I guessed at what we find out it's the truth of the situation, although not in the complete situation as its revealed. This is a serious subject for a book and is very well written. I connected with the characters and wanted to find out more about them. Of course I was cheering for the happy ending to hopefully come and I wanted certain people to get what they deserved.
This book also highlights the cruelties of Internet bullying and how fast something can spread like wildfire to be a topic of gossip in a high school, and how the other students will treat the person in question.
Of course another important aspect is of sexual harassment and how people handle this and what they should about it. The consequences involved. Not a topic to be taken lightly of course.
I was very engaged in this book and it only took me a few hours to read. Serious yet entertaining and well written. A wonderful novel and I would definitely recommend.
ARC Kindly provided via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
Holy wow that ending! Seriously? I MUST. HAVE. BOOK. TWO. NOW.
I enjoyed reading this book, it was light-hearted and fun to read, and it was great to get to know the different characters from their perspectives in their own chapters.
I must say that Ellie and Grant were my favourites, but Charlie was a very loveable character as well (and the revelation about him towards the end was something I wasn't suprised at and had kind of expected as I had read more of the book). Devon was a character that I wasn't really sure if I liked or not, mostly because of her attitude towards things. By the end though I was glad for the way she seemed to have grown and made some realisations about how she was acting, specifically about Grant and Charlie.
The big thing for me was the ending, that cliffhanger, seriously. And for it to be caused by a character that I'm sure many others, like myself, had thought was a decent person?!
This book does have the serious concepts of high school/college life included: like sex, drugs, scholarships (and how people rely on them), family scandals, self confidence among other things as well.
I enjoyed how this book was a light read but touched on these subjects without flitting over them, but still made the point of realising the consequences of specific actions when in these situations. The characters were fun to read and I look forward to the next book in the series. I definitely want to see how things play out.
Would recommend this one for sure.
Holy wow that ending! Seriously? I MUST. HAVE. BOOK. TWO. NOW.
I enjoyed reading this book, it was light-hearted and fun to read, and it was great to get to know the different characters from their perspectives in their own chapters.
I must say that Ellie and Grant were my favourites, but Charlie was a very loveable character as well (and the revelation about him towards the end was something I wasn't suprised at and had kind of expected as I had read more of the book). Devon was a character that I wasn't really sure if I liked or not, mostly because of her attitude towards things. By the end though I was glad for the way she seemed to have grown and made some realisations about how she was acting, specifically about Grant and Charlie.
The big thing for me was the ending, that cliffhanger, seriously. And for it to be caused by a character that I'm sure many others, like myself, had thought was a decent person?!
This book does have the serious concepts of high school/college life included: like sex, drugs, scholarships (and how people rely on them), family scandals, self confidence among other things as well.
I enjoyed how this book was a light read but touched on these subjects without flitting over them, but still made the point of realising the consequences of specific actions when in these situations. The characters were fun to read and I look forward to the next book in the series. I definitely want to see how things play out.
Would recommend this one for sure.
I can't even begin to think how I should write a review of this book. It was weird. Most of the time I was wondering what the hell was going on, even though at the same time I did understand part of it. The writing style was too abrupt for me I think. It did all come together and make sense in the end and it was definitely not the truth I was expecting.