Review: Not Bad For a Debut
Rating: 3 out of 5
Date: 01 20, 2013
SLIGHT SPOILER ALERT!!!!!I purchased this book for two reasons: 1) it was in my 'Your Recommendations' queue and 2) the price.I enjoyed the book and am glad the author stepped out on faith to pursue her dream of writing and publishing a book.Here's a brief summary of my thoughts in pro/con format:PROS1. Good story premise2. Likeable lead characters3. Interesting internal conflicts for each lead character4. Story evolves at a good pace that makes the reader want to read Part II5. Author tackles serious topics (suicide, teen pregnancy, rape, HIV, infidelity, loss of parents) and their consequences in a respectful mannerCONS1. Better editing is needed2. Plot is a bit predictable (Who doesn't know who Link's friend Cee is? And, Paris will be pregnant in Part II because of what happened in the club)3. Relationship between Link and Porsche happened too quickly4. Male characters need to be fleshed out more5. Book is too short ** Why are so many authors jumping on the serial/sequel bandwagon? What happened to writing a good solid book (300-350 pgs) instead of breaking it up into parts?  This is a personal pet peeve. I know others may feel differently.Ms. Dorsett if you're reading this, hit a sistah up if you're interested in quality and affordable editing services.