Jack McCarthy

At first, I wasn't sure I was going to like this book but it grew on me. I read a lot of it in one sitting since it was a quick read. At one point I realized I was sort of uncomfortable while reading it and then when I thought about why it was because the author really made you remember those times in junior high/high school when you were uncomfortable in a situation/yourself because you were still figuring out the world. It was a really interesting time and feeling to be transported back to, something I didn't really remember until reading this.

I would love to read another story about these characters, I want to see what they do, where they go, how they grow.… (mais)

*I WAS PROVIDED A PHYSICAL ARC IN RETURN FOR AN HONEST REVIEW.*

You know, I always thought that my cheerleading days were behind me. That I'd forgotten everything about tuck jumps, and toe touches, and high and low v's. But this book brought aaaalll of those memories back.

I almost felt attacked while reading this book. Mariah MacCarthy really hit the mark with the MC being a teen girl, and it was a little terrifying. They managed to capture the feelings, emotions, and actions of a teen girl perfectly, and again, it was a little terrifying.

"I think I was eight when I realized you could be surrounded by people and still be alone."

This quote really hit me hard, because this was the same age I was when I also realized this. This is true for many people, and especially for me.

One thing that sticks with me is that I—like the MC—lost my best friend. I completely understood what Jenna was feeling when Raejean started to leave her out. And the author really pulled me in with that detail.

Though, some things I didn't really like was how—in certain parts—the story really began to drag on. Especially after the big event of this novel. It seemed like the story was a brand new one that should have been separate.

On top of that, I felt like a few of the characters were lacking. Specifically Jenna. It seemed like she just kind of stayed in place in a few parts, saying different things, but acting the same.

Altogether, I did like the story. For that, I rate this story 3.5 stars. I do suggest reading this story when it release, as I know many of you who'd like it. I'm excited to see what will come next from the author!… (mais)