Review: Bittersweet
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 01 7, 2014
Tammy Maskala's life has never been boring. She's lived her life surrounded by the Onslow boys, enjoying every minute. Yet never once did she imagine that one of them would capture her heart in more ways than one. Nor did she know that said heart would never let him go.Unsure as to what to make of her new feelings for Chris, Tammy does her best to come to terms with them. Granted, she's not exactly sure as to what he feels for her. After all, he does his best to shrug her off every chance he has. There's something about him that piques her interest, though she can't put her fingers on what it is.When she unexpectedly finds herself alone with Chris, she begins to wonder as to what it would be like if things between them had taken a different start. Would things have gone more smoothly if they had? As her insecurities take over, Tammy finds herself at a loss when it comes to Chris himself. The mixed signals he gives her don't make things any easier.Determined to make things work out between them, Tammy decides to stop feeling sorry for herself. There's nothing more that she desires than getting to know Chris a little more. At times, he's clearly willing. She just needs to break the ice in order to get him to be more down-to-earth with her. The question is, how can she do that when her fears keep her from being who she really is around those she's loves?I found That One Summer to be a tad bittersweet. The emotions flowing through Tammy and Chris are certainly palpable. I think C. J. did a wonderful job in drawing out her vulnerabilities and insecurities. We're able to feel Tammy's every emotion as she strives to make the most of the situations she finds herself in. Perhaps some day there will more to the Summer series. I definitely look forward to what's to come. I've enjoyed this series so very much!Please Note: I received a complimentary copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.