Review: Wallbanger by Alice Clayton

Title: Wallbanger
Author: Alice Clayton
Published: November 27th 2012
Source: Purchased
Genre: New Adult
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Caroline Reynolds has a fantastic new apartment in San Francisco, a KitchenAid mixer, and no O (and we’re not talking Oprah here, folks). She has a flourishing design career, an office overlooking the bay, a killer zucchini bread recipe, and no O. She has Clive (the best cat ever), great friends, a great rack, and no O.

Adding insult to O-less, since her move, she has an oversexed neighbor with the loudest late-night wallbanging she’s ever heard. Each moan, spank, and–was that a meow?–punctuates the fact that not only is she losing sleep, she still has, yep, you guessed it, no O.

Enter Simon Parker. (No, really, Simon, please enter.) When the wallbanging threatens to literally bounce her out of bed, Caroline, clad in sexual frustration and a pink baby-doll nightie, confronts her heard-but-never-seen neighbor. Their late-night hallway encounter has, well, mixed results. Ahem. With walls this thin, the tension’s gonna be thick…

In her third novel, Alice Clayton returns to dish her trademark mix of silly and steamy. Banter, barbs, and strutting pussycats, plus the sexiest apple pie ever made, are dunked in a hot tub and set against the gorgeous San Francisco skyline in this hot and hilarious tale of exasperation at first sight.

My Thoughts:

I admit it, the title made me chuckle, which was subsequently followed by a reading of the synopsis and a quick purchase due to curiosity. The New Adult genre is one of those intriguing things for me. It can walk a fine line between being saturated with poor storytelling or a right balance of romance and realistic situations. Wallbanger was a surprisingly great story.

Being there in Caroline’s head for the story adds to the richness of the details. She’s got a lot on her mind, and Simon just creates this tension–good and bad. The way the two of them speak to and act around each other is pure hilariousness and awesomeness. They have these moments of total frustration and then getting along like the best of friends. It was very cute and created a nice intensity between the characters.

Unlike most N.A. titles I’ve come across, this one is actually very well played. The tension fills the air more than the drama, and this is carried through to the end. It isn’t just some pathetic and cheap romance developed just to tell a love story. There was a lot to Caroline and Simon’s relationship, from the friendship to when it becomes something more. And the something more, while oh so very steamy at times, wasn’t ALWAYS just steamy. It was put together in a way that wasn’t trashy or tasteless.

In my honest opinion, Wallbanger is exactly what the New Adult genre should be. The just right mix of main and secondary characters, a desire that is built from friendship and not just centered on sex, and an actual storyline that isn’t ridiculous or has some lame twist. Alice Clayton is one to take a look at, she knows what she’s doing.

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Review: Going Vintage by Lindsey Leavitt

Title: Going Vintage
Author: Lindsey Leavitt
Published: March 26th 2013
Source: NetGalley
Genre: Young Adult Contemporary
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When Mallory’s boyfriend, Jeremy, cheats on her with an online girlfriend, Mallory decides the best way to de-Jeremy her life is to de-modernize things too. Inspired by a list of goals her grandmother made in 1962, Mallory swears off technology and returns to a simpler time (when boyfriends couldn’t cheat with computer avatars). The List:

1. Run for pep club secretary
2. Host a fancy dinner party/soiree
3. Sew a dress for Homecoming
4. Find a steady
5. Do something dangerous

But simple proves to be crazy-complicated, and the details of the past begin to change Mallory’s present. Add in a too-busy grandmother, a sassy sister, and the cute pep-club president–who just happens to be her ex’s cousin–and soon Mallory begins to wonder if going vintage is going too far.

My Thoughts:

I am the type of person who grew up loving “vintage” things, only I didn’t view them as vintage. Listening to records? Absolutely normal in my house. In fact, I have a record player and about 30 or so records of my own now. So the idea of this story–living simply–was one I liked immediately.

Mallory amused me so much with her commentary and the things she said to people. I find that it’s hard to come across protagonists that are truly funny. Some can be “funny” except it’s more of an annoying or forced kind of funny. With Mallory, she was just freaking FUNNY. And it was the little things too. One thing in the beginning when she was still dating Jeremy: she would make excuses to NOT kiss him. It was that whole situation that got me invested in the story.

When Mallory starts working on the list, it isn’t as “simple” as expected. The times have changed, obviously, so trying to not go online or use a cell phone makes interacting with people difficult, especially when they have no idea what you’re doing. Her sister, Ginnie, is extremely helpful and frustrating at the same time when it comes to Mallory’s quest. And then there’s Oliver–dear, sweet Oliver–who is there for her despite her fears of the possibility of being with Jeremy’s cousin.

Going Vintage was a very adorable story. All the characters melded well together, everyone in the family and at school. The romantic aspect between Mallory and Oliver was only a little snippet of the story but the build up and tension made it worthwhile. In the end, Lindsey Leavitt didn’t just wrap it up in a bow, it had a realistic ending. It is definitely worth reading.

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Review: Waiting For The Storm by Marie Landry

Title: Waiting For The Storm
Author: Marie Landry
Published: April 9th 2013
Source: Copy given by author for honest review
Genre: Young Adult Contemporary
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Charlotte O’Dell knows this summer is going to suck. Her beloved mother just died, her sister hates her, and her dad has completely checked out. Fulfilling her mother’s final wish, the family heads to Angel Island for the summer to stay in a beach house her mother once loved.

After a year of being shut away taking care of her mother, Charlotte is numb and practically afraid of her own shadow; she hopes going to the island will give her the time and space she needs to begin healing, and an opportunity to bring her family back together. When she meets her mysterious neighbor, Ezra, it doesn’t take long for Charlotte to confess the issues she’s developed. Ezra begins giving Charlotte assignments to get over her fears, and although she accepts his tasks, all she really wants is to be with him. When she’s with Ezra, she’s able to forget the hollow ache in her heart and the fact that her family is falling apart. But Ezra has secrets…

Can Charlotte pull what’s left of her family together, mend her broken heart, and allow herself to fall for Ezra? Or is it all just a storm waiting to happen?

My Thoughts:

Where to start….. where to start….. This story. This story has everything a good story needs: a love that goes deeper than the surface, backstories that touch your heart, and the surprises that draw you closer to the characters to the point where you believe they are real. And could I expect any less from Marie?

No, I couldn’t. Because she delivered so much more. As always.

Charlotte was a character you couldn’t help but relate to on so many levels: dealing with her grief and learning to live again. When one is thrown into the position Charlotte was in, taking care of her mom for so long, a lot of things end up being put on the back burner. That can really throw a person off balance, and could keep them off balance if they don’t make the effort to spread their wings and fly again. Charlotte was terrified of the world, but she wanted to do more.

Not only that but she wanted to help her family through this time. Her father was so lost and it became very hard for him to get a grip on reality. Ella is the quintessential sister that is acting out. You can sense that who she was is still in there but she is fighting it. But why is she fighting it? Charlotte tries to pull that part of her back to reality.

All the while Charlotte starts to spend time with Ezra, who is literally the boy next door. He makes her swoon, not only by how gorgeous he is but also by his kindness. He made me swoon as well (as you can tell from my Tweet here) with his humor and his words. Oh… just thinking about it is too much. And the two of them together? Absolute perfection. They are made for each other.

Waiting For The Storm is a beautiful story. It has the right mix of humor and life and love. By the time you reach the end, you’re just swelling with this unimaginable joy. Marie Landry made me fall in love with yet another story of hers. If you want a compelling and sweet contemporary read, I say go for this story. It is brilliant and you WILL enjoy it. A LOT.

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Review: Being Henry David by Cal Armistead

Title: Being Henry David
Author: Cal Armistead
Published: March 1st 2013
Source: NetGalley
Genre: Young Adult Contemporary
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Seventeen-year-old “Hank” has found himself at Penn Station in New York City with no memory of anything –who he is, where he came from, why he’s running away. His only possession is a worn copy of Walden, by Henry David Thoreau. And so he becomes Henry David-or “Hank” and takes first to the streets, and then to the only destination he can think of–Walden Pond in Concord, Massachusetts. Cal Armistead’s remarkable debut novel is about a teen in search of himself. Hank begins to piece together recollections from his past. The only way Hank can discover his present is to face up to the realities of his grievous memories. He must come to terms with the tragedy of his past, to stop running, and to find his way home.

My Thoughts:

I was curious about this one although a little apprehensive as to whether I would like it or not. I have read a couple books in male point of view and if the voice isn’t just right, I may not stay interested. That was not he case with this one. I found it very enjoyable and easy to follow.

Henry, or so he dubs himself, was very likeable. You can’t help but be drawn into his confused mind, attempting to fit pieces together. You follow this journey of his, desiring the to the truth of his past, wondering why he has Waden memorized, why he lost his memory. This mystery alone kept my interest piqued.

When he arrives in Concord, he finds places to hide out as he tries to discover who he is and answer all the questions of his own mysterious mind. In his search for answers, he receives help from Thomas, a local tour guide for Thoreau. He also meets Hailey, a sweet local girl with troubles of her own. She can tell something is wrong with Henry, but he’s not sure how to explain it to her. By the time he discovers what his past truly is, he really doesn’t know who to tell and if they’ll understand.

Being Henry David was a mysterious adventure. I wanted so much to see what it was that he was running from, how he ended up in that train station of all places. Cal Armistead really did an amazing job tackling the male POV. The end was perfectly handled–we got answers to the important things, and everything else, only time will tell.

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Review: This Beautiful Thing by Amanda Heath

Title: This Beautiful Thing
Author: Amanda Heath
Published: November 11th 2012
Source: Purchased
Genre: New Adult
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Teagan Harper doesn’t have much experience with guys. Her twin brothers have made sure of that. Until one night at a college party she gives them the slip, finding herself in the arms of the most amazing guy she has ever met. Now she’s on a mission to find him since she ran from his bed. And forgot to ask his name…

Declan Sage has had control over his entire life. But that is all about to change when the girl who ran out of his bed turns his life upside down. She is about to throw that control out the window. But he’s pretty sure that’s a good thing seeing as she stole his heart…

My Thoughts:

This one had promise, it really did. I thought it did anyway. Boy, was I disappointed. The premise seems interesting enough, right? It should be a nice little secret romance coupled with a good love story, right? Well, it wasn’t.

There’s so much that the story could have had going for it but it seemed to bounce all over and go nowhere. The scenes between Teagan and Declan were so put on that it was hard to believe it was real. I found myself thinking, “Okaaay…” all too often when they were together.

And the grammar and the wording… don’t get me started. There were certain phrases used in certain scenes that were like WHAT?! Are you kidding me?! Then there was the overuse of words that only need to be used a couple times maximum. Every time they were repeated, I believe I facepalmed.

This Beautiful Thing was just not the book for me. I had to skim too much, it got too painful. And the climactic scene near the end that created drama? Um, yeah… what the heck… There was just too much that was unrealistic. I can see some people enjoying it, but if you’re picky about the same things I am, I wouldn’t recommend it.

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Review: Uses For Boys by Erica Lorraine Scheidt

Title: Uses For Boys
Author: Erica Lorraine Scheidt
Published: January 15th 2013
Source: NetGalley
Genre: Young Adult
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Anna remembers a time before boys, when she was little and everything made sense. When she and her mom were a family, just the two of them against the world. But now her mom is gone most of the time, chasing the next marriage, bringing home the next stepfather. Anna is left on her own—until she discovers that she can make boys her family. From Desmond to Joey, Todd to Sam, Anna learns that if you give boys what they want, you can get what you need. But the price is high—the other kids make fun of her; the girls call her a slut. Anna’s new friend, Toy, seems to have found a way around the loneliness, but Toy has her own secrets that even Anna can’t know.

Then comes Sam. When Anna actually meets a boy who is more than just useful, whose family eats dinner together, laughs, and tells stories, the truth about love becomes clear. And she finally learns how it feels to have something to lose—and something to offer. Real, shocking, uplifting, and stunningly lyrical,  Uses for Boys is a story of breaking down and growing up.

~synopsis from Goodreads

My Thoughts:

I wanted so much to like this book. I went into it with bright eyes expecting a cute story about a girl who distracts herself with boys. What happened? It wasn’t exactly a cute story. It was a very depressing story.

Anna’s story starts when she’s seven and the beginning progresses to her preteens quickly. We learn of the deteriorating relationship between her and her mother. At thirteen is when the boy distractions start. Let me say it straight up–I thought the boy distractions were going to be of the making out kind. I was wrong–it was the having sex kind. So, it kind of threw me off.

Since Anna’s mom isn’t around and they aren’t close like they used to be, she dives into this world of having sex with boys without a care in the world. These distractions keep her from understanding real life. She eventually drops out of school, she gets a job, she gets an apartment. She grows up too fast. When she meets Sam, she begins to see the more important things. And although there’s some sort of redemption in the end, it’s still barely hanging by a thread because it just happens suddenly.

Uses For Boys was a hard read. Seeing Anna going through all of this made me want to take her under my wings. It’s a realistic story though, because I know there are a lot of young adults who don’t have a good home life and they look to other things to make them feel something. Yet, I just found it sad and depressing. I didn’t hate the book, and I know some people will find it compelling. It wasn’t for me, that’s all.

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Review: The Game Changer by Marie Landry

Title: The Game Changer
Author: Marie Landry
Published: November 13th 2012
Source: Copy given by author for honest review
Genre: Adult Contemporary
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Melody Cartwright has never had a problem with change, but for the first time in her life the changes are beyond her control—she suddenly has a niece she never knew, but has to prove herself to; her best friend is making huge life changes of her own; and she has to deal with her ex and his crazy new girlfriend who has stalker tendencies.

When Melody meets confident, sexy Julian, she’s not interested in a relationship. He tells her it’s possible for a man and a woman to just be friends, and despite his ultra-charming ways there’s something about him that makes Melody believe he could be right.

During a time of change and turmoil, it doesn’t take long for Julian to become everything Melody never knew she needed in her life. But is it possible for them to remain ‘just friends’ or will Melody be a game changer for Julian the playboy?

~synopsis from Goodreads

My Thoughts:

There are those books where there is something about them you can’t help but love. That is this book. As I’m sitting down to write this review, I can’t pinpoint the exact words to express the feelings I am feeling after reading this book. Not that I can’t express myself. Because I can. I just don’t think I can completely do these feelings justice. It goes deeper, and is just that good.

Melody is a character you relate to immediately. I got pulled into her world and felt like I was changing right along with her. After being in a long term relationship that ends abruptly, it really does suck. That’s why best friends are amazing. And Olivia is no exception. She’s like the living embodiment of the bestest best friend a person could have. Olivia helps Melody break free from what used to be a relationship with her ex, Rick. They go to a local nightclub one night… and Melody meets Julian.

Oh Julian. Um, can you say swoon? Okay, I will. SWOON. I am in love with this guy. He really is a wonderful person in so many ways. I wish I could tell it to you in more detail, but I fear that if I do, I will end up going on for a whole chapter’s worth of words. My favorite part with him: the nose kiss. OMG.

As time goes on, Olivia is starting to spread her wings in a relationship with Cameron. Olivia and Melody seem to be drifting apart for the first time despite the fact they’re living in the same apartment. In the midst of it all, Melody has been reaching out to her niece, Ava, who is now living with her mother. Ava is a sweet little girl, and with all she’s been through, you just want to scoop her up in your arms. Melody keeps having run-ins with the ex, which are never any fun. Plus, Melody and Julian are trying to keep their relationship platonic, but it keeps getting harder and harder. Especially when they both keep fighting their true feelings.

The Game Changer is a book you won’t soon forget. Full of life and love and change and friendship. It’s one of those books that makes you rethink your own life and want to get out there and do something more. Marie Landry kept me glued to the page for hours. I would sit down with the intention of reading one chapter and ended up reading five. I had to force myself to step away and go to bed. That is how good this story is. And my bottom line: Get your hands on this book now. You will love it.

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Review: Meant To Be by Lauren Morrill

Title: Meant To Be
Author: Lauren Morrill
Published: November 13th 2012
Source: NetGalley
Genre: Young Adult
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Meant to be or not meant to be . . . that is the question.

It’s one thing to fall head over heels into a puddle of hazelnut coffee, and quite another to fall for the—gasp—wrong guy. Straight-A junior Julia may be accident prone, but she’s queen of following rules and being prepared. That’s why she keeps a pencil sharpener in her purse and a pocket Shakespeare in her, well, pocket. And that’s also why she’s chosen Mark Bixford, her childhood crush, as her MTB (“meant to be”).

But this spring break, Julia’s rules are about to get defenestrated (SAT word: to be thrown from a window) when she’s partnered with her personal nemesis, class-clown Jason, on a school trip to London. After one wild party, Julia starts receiving romantic texts . . . from an unknown number! Jason promises to help discover the identity of her mysterious new suitor if she agrees to break a few rules along the way. And thus begins a wild goose chase through London, leading Julia closer and closer to the biggest surprise of all: true love.

Because sometimes the things you least expect are the most meant to be.

~synopsis from Goodreads

My Thoughts:

I loved this book. LOVED THIS BOOK. I saw it on NetGalley and said, ‘Why not?’ It was another one of those ‘looks cute’ kind of books. It’s more than cute. It’s adorable times infinity and awesome squared. It’s one of the best books I have read all year, and in my life… um… did I mention I loved it?

So, the story starts out with Julia on her way to London with a group of her classmates. One of them, Jason, is just irritating her to no end the whole time. When she arrives there, she finds out they are assigned as buddies–meaning they have to be with each other at all times when they are looking at the sights. This just proves to be a disaster, on so many levels. He’s spontaneous, she’s by the book. Julia seems to make the most of it, tolerating his immaturity to some degree, but then she discovers a new side of him. His personality appears so multifaceted that he’s almost a mystery.

But, there’s no way Jason could be anything more to her. He’s not her MTB, or Meant To Be. She’s reserved that spot for Mark, the guy she’s loved since their fake wedding when they were five. He’s everything she wants. Yet, Jason grows on her and their friendship builds over time. Every new thing I saw in Jason, I just wanted to throw my arms around him and hold him forever. He was just the sweetest, even with the immature moments… Then Mark shows up and throws a damper on the whole thing.

This book has everything I always love about YA novels. It’s like the epitome of my kind of book. Sure, I pick up a variety of novels, but this… this is now one of my absolute favorites. Meant To Be was meant for me. The love story was just, oh, so wonderful. And that kiss? I think I read that scene at least a dozen times more after I finished the book. I was so sad it was a NetGalley copy… and that it was going to be months before I could get my hands on it! (You know, running around your room squealing, “AH!”) Lauren Morrill has created a truly remarkable debut novel. I am most definitely in high anticipation for what she has in store next!

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Review: Beautiful Disaster by Jamie McGuire

Title: Beautiful Disaster
Author: Jamie McGuire
Published: May 26th 2011
Source: NetGalley ARC
Genre: Contemporary/New Adult
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The new Abby Abernathy is a good girl. She doesn’t drink or swear, and she has the appropriate percentage of cardigans in her wardrobe. Abby believes she has enough distance between her and the darkness of her past, but when she arrives at college with her best friend, her path to a new beginning is quickly challenged by Eastern University’s Walking One-Night Stand.

Travis Maddox, lean, cut, and covered in tattoos, is exactly what Abby needs—and wants—to avoid. He spends his nights winning money in a floating fight ring, and his days as the ultimate college campus charmer. Intrigued by Abby’s resistance to his appeal, Travis tricks her into his daily life with a simple bet. If he loses, he must remain abstinent for a month. If Abby loses, she must live in Travis’s apartment for the same amount of time. Either way, Travis has no idea that he has met his match.

~synopsis from Goodreads

My Thoughts:

I wasn’t sure what to expect with this one. I had heard mixed opinions of it from various bloggers and reviewers. Part of it, I believe, is due to the fact that this is not quite a young adult book. Which is true, very true. And although most of the time I go for books geared more toward YA, all the talk got me curious. When it came up on NetGalley, I decided to take a chance. I found myself pleased in the end.

Near the beginning, I was a bit uncertain as to the progression and the characters. After learning the basics about the Abby and Travis in the first couple chapters, I ended up getting engrossed in finding out more. I knew there was going to be a bet, and it was obvious she was going to lose. Where will it all lead? Travis at first seems like this horrible guy, a complete womanizer who has no respect for women. He’s different with Abby, he is intrigued by her and wants to be around her. Nobody quite knows what to make of this, given the fact that he’s never had any sort of close relationship with a girl. Abby especially doesn’t get it, yet she still wants to spend time with him too.

The friendship that develops between Abby and Travis is cute and charming and bizarre all at once. His nickname for her, Pigeon, I thought was the cutest thing. As the reader, you know Travis has feelings for her, but Abby seems oblivious as to how deep they are. Of course, it all leads to something more. Her inability to see what is really going on causes a lot of confusion and problems between the two of them. Not only the two of them, but also her best friend America and her boyfriend Shepley (who is Travis’ cousin).

Although I was fully committed to the story and seeing their relationship through to the end, I can see the reason why so many didn’t enjoy it. There were numerous events that seemed a little too ridiculous to be realistic, and you wanted to smack Abby for being unaware of what was going on and Travis for being extremely overprotective. Despite those faults, I still cheered them on and hoped for the best.

Beautiful Disaster was a pleasure to read. The meaning of the title, as brought out in the middle of the story, plays out nicely with the differences between Abby and Travis. Jamie McGuire had me up late wanting so badly to know what was going to happen next. It was a good thing, because she provided me with great answers, but a bad thing because I had to get up early the next day! This one is definitely for more mature readers due to language and other college incidences. It was a nice change of pace from my usual reads.

My Rating:

Very Good: Stay up late

Review: The Probability Of Miracles by Wendy Wunder

Title: The Probability Of Miracles
Author: Wendy Wunder
Source: Won ARC
Genre: Young Adult
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Dry, sarcastic, sixteen-year-old Cam Cooper has spent the last seven years in and out hospitals. The last thing she wants to do in the short life she has left is move 1,500 miles away to Promise, Maine – a place known for the miraculous events that occur there. But it’s undeniable that strange things happen in Promise: everlasting sunsets; purple dandelions; flamingoes in the frigid Atlantic; an elusive boy named Asher; and finally, a mysterious envelope containing a list of things for Cam to do before she dies. As Cam checks each item off the list, she finally learns to believe – in love, in herself, and even in miracles.

A debut novel from an immensely talented new writer, The Probability of Miracles crackles with wit, romance and humor and will leave readers laughing and crying with each turn of the page.

~synopsis from Goodreads

My Thoughts:

Going into this story, I was under the impression it was going to be an emotional roller coaster. And to some degree it was. There is a lot of life and death discussed and alluded to throughout. I think I may have been able to like this more if Cam wasn’t so frustrating to me.

I had mixed feelings about Cam. Most of the time I disliked her because her attitude irritated me. She wasn’t nice, constantly cynical, and made poor choices. I understand that she was facing cancer, and there was a higher chance of her dying rather than it going into remission, but she just had a way of thinking that made me want to scream sometimes. I’m not sure if it was the cancer that caused her personality to be the way it is, like this constant pessimism about life and having little remorse over doing stupid stuff. I suppose I can forgive it for that sake, but she still irritated me.

Her family was more hopeful about life, and the prospect of going to Promise, Maine in an attempt to have a miracle happen for Cam. Her mom and Perry, her sister, were sweet people. They don’t want to give up like Cam does. That’s why they travel so far to see what could happen. The town of Promise was intriguing and had a lot going for it, which made up a little for Cam’s unlikable traits. The stories and experiences they have upon arriving made me smile and gave me goose bumps, even though it was just a book.

Cam did grow up, albeit only a little in my opinion, so she redeemed herself by the end. And I have to admit, some of her sarcasm was amusing… just some though. It’s just hard for me to see someone unable to hope, just at least a little bit. If someone can’t chill out or be serious or at least hold on to a teeny bit of hope for a miracle, it just grates at me. I understand, seeing as I am more pessimist than optimist, but at some point you have to say, “I’m going to hope!” at least for a minute.

The Probability Of Miracles is a good book. While there were moments I wanted to sigh and roll my eyes, Wendy Wunder was able to give us a  journey from the beginning to end that was filled with a lot of hope. A message that miracles exist and you need to hope regardless of your circumstances. Cam may not have epitomized this, but she carried a little bit of it with her. All in all, I did enjoy this book in the end.

My Rating:

Pretty Good: Stay up until your bedtime