Review: A delightful and heartwarming "maybe" love story
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 06 17, 2013
FLIRTING WITH MAYBE is an absolutely delightful and heartwarming novella that follows the relationship of Ryan and Brooke as their friendship develops into the possibility of something more.Told from Ryan's point of view, this short story spans nearly three years, giving readers glimpses of significant moments in his life involving Brooke as he progresses from a shy high school sophomore to a more confident high school graduate.It is a story that tests whether love can overcome any number of obstacles - age, appearances, friends, family, self-worth, distance - even when that love may be one-sided. And it puts it to the test time and time again as life takes Ryan and Brooke in different directions.This novella is fun and flirty, but also bittersweet. It introduces a character who is outwardly shy but sure of himself and his feelings and one who appears in control but is actually a bit of an emotional mess, which makes for an exciting dynamic and makes this an incredibly engaging read.While this is only a novella, the story feels complete and the characters are easy to connect with. The author gives readers enough of a peek into their lives to become attached and to feel invested in the outcome. And she keeps them riveted by taking them along on the emotional roller coaster ride she put her main character on.For readers looking for a quick maybe love story that's not only hopeful, light and sweet but substantive, FLIRTING WITH MAYBE is a must.