Review: This book will play havoc with your heart!
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 11 30, 2013
First of all, how awesome is that cover? If it doesn't make you want to read it then the blurb should. Seven days. So much can happen in a week. Follow first Kyle and then twin Mia's story in this unique tale.This book absolutely blew me away! The characters are real and the circumstances in which these two live are totally relatable. This book has a bit of everything; sweet young love, edge-of-your-seat drama, heart-stopping action, twists and turns, delectable poetry.You will feel for these characters, their fears, their turmoil, their heartbreak. They will also make you smile with both swoon-worthy moments and ones of humour.I instantly fell in love with Kyle. He was sweet and kind, with such love and dedication to his family that he was willing to make the biggest sacrifice of all. His heart is in the right place and I couldn't help but root for him. I just wanted him to get the girl and live the normal life he craved so much. The heart-pounding action that happens in his part of the story had me on the edge of my seat and continually guessing.Mia is heartbreaking. Her poetry is beautiful. And her troubles and insecurities, though understandable, are sometimes shocking. She's hurting and has no confidence in herself. Until seven days that changed it all.Jase. What can I say? At first he is all mysterious but Mia breaks through to him and as the story progresses we get to visit inside his head too. And wow! What a guy! He is perfect for Mia and exactly what she needs. He is hot and sweet too!I really cannot say much else without giving too much away. You have been warned - there is no happy ending. There is a cliffhanger, but having said that the story still feels complete. I'm usually looking for a HEA in the books I read but for some reason I was totally okay, more than okay – I was perfectly satisfied, with this ending.This is AJ's debut, though you wouldn't know it from the quality of the writing. The perfect flow of words and her use of imagery makes for a truly breathtaking read. If you are looking for something a little different then this is it! It is dark, gritty, full of raw emotions but has its sweet moments too. I HIGHLY recommend you read this. I am desperately waiting for the next book, which I am told isn’t too far away.