Review: A raw, hard but beautiful read
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 02 6, 2014
Song of the Fireflies is one of the grittier books I've read in a long time.  It's gritty in the sense that the actions of the two main characters were hard to read at times and left me feeling a bit exposed. Yet I simply couldn't put it down!This is the story of Bray and Elias, very secondary characters in the two Edge of Never books.  They are part of the group Camryn and Andrew meet in Florida and end up getting roofied by while hanging on a secluded beach.  It's Bray and Elias who leave with them since they are so furious about that turn of events.Bray and Elias has been best friends since childhood. Both want more in terms of a relationship, yet when Elias finally declare his love for Bray, they end up breaking up rather quickly and she then flees Georgia for South Carolina with a good friend.4 years later, Bray returns, and goes back to Elias. However, their happy reunion is cut short by a tragic accident.  One that Bray inadvertently caused.  Our couple decides to go on the run instead of facing the consequences.  They have run ins with both savory and caring individuals and have to figure out what will happen next. Can they keep running? Can Elias give up his future for Bray? And will they survive getting caught?This book takes you on the ride of your life and completely captivates the reader like nothing I've ever read before.  The heartbreaking journey Bray and Elias endure both in the present and in the past, through flashbacks, is mesmerizing at every turn.  Their undying love and devotion even when faced with dire consequences, is truly beautiful. Elias has such faith and unconditional love for his girl yet he is strong and thoughtful with his actions. He is never portrayed as a weak man. On the contrary, he is simply devoted and would do anything in his power to save Bray. And he always has.This is a hard read. But the bumpy road traveled to get to the very satisfying conclusion is worth all the angst. Jessica Redmerski gave us a well written and incredible book.  I cannot recommend it highly enough.  A huge 5 stars from me!