So, now that I've calmed down from that brag/buy session...here's a fresh review for you all!
Quinn's life is filled with women who've been hurt by men, and she herself has pledged to make "safe" and "smart" decisions. Just a short time previous, Quinn's wild-child, promiscuous dad came back into her life, bringing in his many shortcomings, as well as a half-sister to Quinn and her sister Charlotte. Together, Quinn, Charlotte, Frances Lee (the half-sister), a cute guitarist, and one giant Big Bob...statue? Something like that...They go on a karmic past, meeting the women of their father's past and discovering what lies ahead for them if they don't cross the line every now and again.
I've read this book before this moment, but every scene between Quinn and Jake still gives me butterflies. Quinn's relationship with Daniel, someone for whom she feels...on the fence...to say the least, is so...boring, that the contrast is stark and shocking. (Literary term being thrown at you) Jake and Daniel are clearly foils, and the way Caletti uses that is so wonderful.
This book deals with some issues that teen girls from broken homes deal with. Her portrayal of the back and forth, constant spying and lies, of a particularly nasty divorce, is really heartfelt and real. Weaving in stories from the women in Barry's life and the women in Quinn's life of love, loss, heartache, and big mistakes, Deb Caletti weaves a story of a karmic quest not soon to be forgotten. I promise you, pick this one up and you won't soon forget it either. Have fun!
Teaser Quote: "Let me hold you to sleep."~Jake to Quinn
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