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judeandolin's review against another edition
2.0
And that made my heart ache, too—the thought of how much happiness lay scattered across the universe, unrealized, in fragments, waiting for the right twist of fate to bring it together.
This was a quick, easy read that I purchased ages ago and finally got around to. Overall, I didn't really like it, didn't hate it, and it was kind of boring and predictable for me. The writing was beautifully crafted as always with this author, but the story just didn't do it for me.
midnightpoison13's review against another edition
4.0
4.5 stars -
I found this book engaging and compelling, though I adjusted my rating to 4 stars for several reasons. Firstly, I hoped for a more immediate and intense romantic connection between the characters. Secondly, I felt the dramatic tension could have been heightened with more widespread rumors earlier in the narrative. Thirdly, the breakup in the third act felt somewhat contrived, though I appreciated the resolution of the characters' friendship. Fourthly, the exploration of parental issues felt somewhat clichéd and reminiscent of certain fanfiction tropes. Finally, the lengthy chapters could have been broken up for better pacing. Overall, I rate this book at 4.5 stars, with particular admiration for its cinematic style and the satisfying circularity of its ending.
I found this book engaging and compelling, though I adjusted my rating to 4 stars for several reasons. Firstly, I hoped for a more immediate and intense romantic connection between the characters. Secondly, I felt the dramatic tension could have been heightened with more widespread rumors earlier in the narrative. Thirdly, the breakup in the third act felt somewhat contrived, though I appreciated the resolution of the characters' friendship. Fourthly, the exploration of parental issues felt somewhat clichéd and reminiscent of certain fanfiction tropes. Finally, the lengthy chapters could have been broken up for better pacing. Overall, I rate this book at 4.5 stars, with particular admiration for its cinematic style and the satisfying circularity of its ending.
nikki52010's review against another edition
5.0
4 1/2 stars.
Review to come.
It's no surprise to anyone that I am a sucker for these types of books. I actually started this book back in January, and for some reason I put it down for awhile. It wasn't that it was bad. I was enjoying the storyline very much. I guess I just wasn't in the right mood for this genre at the time.
After some time, I picked it back up again and finished in two days. This book had a whirlwind of emotions all compacted into about 300 pages. I love the authors writing style. Everything is so descriptive, but it doesn't overpower the picture she is trying to paint.
Evan and Maise have an instant connection to one another after meeting at a carnival one night. This throws Maise through a loop, because she isn't used to long term. Everything before Evan is quick, and over as soon as it begins. Which might not be a problem after all, seeing as on her first day of school she runs into Evan as her new film teacher.
Of course problems arise as they form a plan to keep their relationship a secret. Maise is 18, so aside from the fact that he is her teacher, their relationship would be legal. He was older though(30's), and I think that is why it made it feel even more taboo.
Everything finally blew up and Evan and Maise were left to pick up the pieces and find out where to go from there. The last third of the book went by far to quickly. My heart was beating fast until the very last page. And at the end, all I could think of was, Wow, what a ride!
If you are into the student/teacher books, then I would suggest trying this one out!
It's no surprise to anyone that I am a sucker for these types of books. I actually started this book back in January, and for some reason I put it down for awhile. It wasn't that it was bad. I was enjoying the storyline very much. I guess I just wasn't in the right mood for this genre at the time.
After some time, I picked it back up again and finished in two days. This book had a whirlwind of emotions all compacted into about 300 pages. I love the authors writing style. Everything is so descriptive, but it doesn't overpower the picture she is trying to paint.
Evan and Maise have an instant connection to one another after meeting at a carnival one night. This throws Maise through a loop, because she isn't used to long term. Everything before Evan is quick, and over as soon as it begins. Which might not be a problem after all, seeing as on her first day of school she runs into Evan as her new film teacher.
Of course problems arise as they form a plan to keep their relationship a secret. Maise is 18, so aside from the fact that he is her teacher, their relationship would be legal. He was older though(30's), and I think that is why it made it feel even more taboo.
Everything finally blew up and Evan and Maise were left to pick up the pieces and find out where to go from there. The last third of the book went by far to quickly. My heart was beating fast until the very last page. And at the end, all I could think of was, Wow, what a ride!
If you are into the student/teacher books, then I would suggest trying this one out!
nikewls's review against another edition
5.0
Wowowowowow. Thought I was done with broken emotional teenage shit and all that jazz. BUT WOWOWOWOWOW. This is one of the best that I've read. Maise is as strong as a fucking statue built with the hardest concrete. She could knock you out with that sharp mouth of hers and make you love her at the same time. Well ofcourse, this all comes down to Leah. You are a fucking genius and you deserve heaps of appreciation. Well done. This wasn't all about taboo, no. It was also about family and maturity and reality and just LIFE as it is. Although I did love the plot and the story and everything of the theme sense (and I do, really, a lot), what got me clingy to this book is the writing. That writing, man, I devoured every word, every comparison, every metaphor, every humor, every fucking thing. It was the trigger, consistent from the beginning. Never disappointing. The way of words was so beautiful I could weep and not care. It let me feel and pour all my emotions out and gaaaaah. Okay wow. Wow. Once again wow. And you probably know what'll come next right? Right. WOW. Okay. wow.
mrstrowens's review against another edition
5.0
I seldom write reviews, but OMFG, this book is brilliantly written. I bought this expecting the usual angsty sex-filled smut that generally characterizes the New Adult genre. Sure, sometimes it's decently-written angsty smut, but this is far above that. Leah Raeder is up there with Tarryn Fisher on my list of Authors I Love and Envy. I highlighted a zillion passages on the thought, "I wish I'd written that." And could've highlighted twice that many. Gorgeous prose, decent character development, a good story, but it's definitely the sheer quality of writing that shines in this book.