Laura Langston

This book is directed at the young adult crowd and I am not in that demographic, but I really enjoyed the book. I especially liked the "hidden" message at the end of the book. If my daughter was younger, I would have her read it.

I received an ARC through LibraryThings.
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I grew to enjoy this book quite a bit. Sloane is quite the character, along with Isaac. They are fascinating to read.

I very much enjoyed it when Sloane decided to let it all out and reveal her condition to everyone, even unintentionally while filming the flash mob scene. I loved how Kim was there every step of the way, even though it was given the impression that Kim was all about beauty and looks, and not inner beauty and what not. I admire Kim, show more she does her best to do what's best like helping those at the women shelters without wanting to take credit or disprove Barbara or Sloane's misplaced opinion of her. Kim is such a strong woman, just like Barbara, but in a different way. I am glad she was there to help Sloane along the way, while her condition worsened, even though Sloane doesn't necessarily see it that way at first.

This book is pretty about never judging a book by it's cover! Who would have thought Isaac would be the one to inadvertently guide Sloane through not only her film but her condition. He has shown growth, just like Sloane in a few short weeks.

Overall, definitely a worthwhile read! show less

Hannah finds out the hard way that she's allergic to bees but, after her ordeal, she finds out she's developed the gift of healing. That fact further complicates her messed up life and is one more thing to deal with besides her boyfriend's death.

This was a short, quick YA novel that kept me interested. I like how the authors ended the story, also. No need for another wrap up chapter which is often overkill.

Interesting little story that could result in some interesting book club type discussions for teens. Likeable, realistic characters and well paced story, but felt more like bringing exposure to a little known illness, instead of a fully fleshed out story. More for teen than adult readers in my opinion. Not bad at all but not really my thing. Would have actually enjoyed a story more about the character Jade, but again this is just my opinion. Also I know its a small thing but her biological show more mom really bothered me. You did get an understanding of how Sloane came to be the girl she was at the beginning and felt the mom did her daughter a great disservice and wasn't there when her daughter needed her. Some nice character development as well. Sorry this review is all over the place but just whipping them out today as I am a busy mommy.

Favorite quote

"Pity is just another form of judgement." show less