Age
Appropriate For: 16 and up (some thematic elements)
Best
for Ages: 16 and up
Description: Davey Blake’s
invitation to the Benson’s home is evidence of his good character, but Mical
Benson knows it is the perfect opportunity for him to steal her father’s great
wealth. In spite of her suspicions, Mical eventually falls into his 'trap' and
moves beyond mutual loathing. When Davey’s past returns, all he has built up
may be lost forever…
This is
a very different book then I normally read. I usually avoid fiction written for
teens because it is more gritty then I like my fiction. Yes, I am parcel to the
ones that are happier and always end on a high note. Although this book was
very different then I normally read, I found myself enjoying it.
There
were only two things that had issue with in this book. The first and foremost
being that it ends on a cliffhanger and the second book isn’t out yet. The second
is that some things were not as clear as they should have been. I thought the
story was about of teens for the first few chapters, only to find that the kids
I am reading about were in their early twenties.
The
characters were awesome. Not many independently published authors have characters
as well developed as Jansina has. Michal was a troubled but very likeable
person. I love how she strives to protect her siblings from her father’s fits
of rage and works to keep them together. Her two siblings were also very
lovable even though they have suffered at the hand of their father. Davey was
by far my favorite. I loved his background, his faith, his relationship with
his parents, and his high standards. I also loved his ideas of church and the
Fathers love for us.
The
story itself was good, but hard at times. I loved the realism of it. Even in
the end, there are many things that are not resolved. Some of the characters
make some big mistakes. Without giving anything away, let me just say that that
some secrets are kept that will cause the characters heartache in the future.
I recommend
this book to those who like realistic books with characters that have real problems
and dilemmas, but also with a strong faith element.
I received this book from the author in
exchange for my honest review. I was under no obligation to write a positive review.
The opinions in this review are entirely my own.
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