Review: ... every bit addicting, beautiful, fun, yet disturbing.
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 07 14, 2013
Killing Me Softly is a story of redemption, music, love, and was every bit addicting, beautiful, fun, yet disturbing.Alexia Deningham is a record producer who has been successful with all her past bands. Daemon Flagherty, singer of The Sedhe direly wants to work with her and prove to the viewers that they are not -- just, a one-time hit band. He's in no doubt that she'll be able to help them, but Alexia doesn't work with renowned bands, she likes her privacy. That is until the stress due to her sister Cat's tragedy, took a toll on her, and she's in need of intense work to get it off her mind. There are conditions, of course. One, they must work at Alexia's isolated country-side haven. Two, there will be no funny business.But can Lexi herself abide by those rules? With both sides holding on to a sore past - with the same passion for music - there is more connection than any of them may have expected ... and neither knows how to approach it.In the mist of it all, someone is watching Lexi at every move, waiting for the right moment to take action - to destroy her just as she did to him.The synopsis was short, yet there was something about it that sounds like something I have never read before, so I decided to request it on NetGalley. And I was surprised to how good it actually was. The synopsis does it no justice. The book itself is promising. There were only a few times when I felt the story started to drag, but it's nothing to stress on, because when the actions starts happening, it's worth continuing on.I would like to remind you, that this is a New Adult Contemporary Romance, not a Young Adult novel. For those whom are looking for a light romantic read -- with teenager crushes, you will not be getting any of that here. I was surprised myself, that I actually enjoyed the book - there were so many disturbing scenes, and I am itching to tell you so that you'll understand, but it would mean spoilers and I can't do that to you. Bah. Let's just say there are mature contents, which isn't exactly on my `What-to-look-for-in-a-book' List - and also why I do not advise young readers to get involve with this novel. For you hopeless romantics (18+), what are you waiting for? You have hot musicians and Scottish accents. I know I am in love! But there is more to Killing Me Softly than sexy protagonists. There is a conveying message, which can never go wrong in any literature - matter of fact, there are many conveying messages throughout this novel: to never give up; to trust and never doubt oneself. I found myself inspired by these strong characters, it is quite sad to know though, that people have to suffer quite immensely in order for others to understand and see that.With all the dramatic events, the book was still quite fun. The interaction between Daemon and Lexi was interesting, but it was more the people around them that left me in awe. You can't help but fall for Billy - Lexi's childhood friend, and her sister Cat. Cat. I am going to admit this and I am not ashamed. I cried for her. Not only her, but for everyone surrounding her: Billy, her sister, sweet Bev. Her condition was a dark shadow reminding each and every one of them of the changes and what can never be anymore - the truth of reality. The sisters bond, however, I both envy and sympathize with. They feel each other's hurt and pain, but to know that there is someone who will always understand you is reassuring.Overall impression of the book.It'll have your head spinning with intense emotions and vivid imageries.I will be keeping an eye out for Leisl Leighton and her upcoming works.Happy Reading!