Review: Not what I was expecting. Loved it!
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 04 23, 2014
This is the first book I've read by Emily Minton, and I really enjoyed it! When I signed up to review this book, I originally thought it was a standalone story, but was pleasantly surprised to find out that it is in fact a series!The story is of Melinda, the always chubby girl next door to the head of the football team and the most popular guy in school, Lucas. Lucas has been climbing in Lindy's window every night for as long as they both can remember, until Lindy leaves for college.Lindy is a character that really hit home for me. She reminds me a lot of myself in certain ways, and I was able to really connect with her. I loved her story. Lucas was a character I hated when I first started the book. I just flat out hated him. But, as the book progressed my hated bloomed into respect. I respected Lucas and what he stood for. He knew his actions were wrong and he owned up to it. By the end of the book I loved Lucas. It was a very emotional journey that these two characters went on.The supporting characters were great. Tara, Daniel, and all the parents. I'm very happy to see that book 2 is about Tara and Daniel. I loved that there was some mystery in this book, and a touch of crime. I haven't read a book like this in a long time, and I really enjoyed it.Emily Minton, is a new author to me, and I loved her book. I see myself becoming a fan and reading her other works.*I was provided with a complimentary copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.*