Review: Fantastic Set-Up and Storyline
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 06 23, 2014
Because I read so much, any time I can come across a text that’s writing style is completely different than anything I’ve read before, it’s a definite bonus, and Clare James’ new book Talk to Me is one such text. Talk to Me is told through both the hero and heroine’s perspectives, and it is set-up in a reporter/interviewee format. The hero, Finn Daley, is an ex-professional hockey player whose unexpected retirement remains a mystery; his point of view is told through the role of the interviewee while the heroine, Casey Scott’s side is delivered as a reporter investigating information. But here’s the problem, what starts off as a potential career making news story turns into so much more, and the objective writer that Casey is supposed to be gets thrown out the window when feelings develop between herself and Finn, her unknowing story. By the end of book 1, it’s unclear what’s more important to Casey – the story or the man – the career or the relationship.I absolutely loved this story. The characters are interesting and well developed. The mystery behind Finn’s sudden departure from the game of hockey and what his secret is, is slowly built up throughout the book. Clare James provides some clues in terms of Finn’s actions while playing hockey both on and off the ice as to what it might be, but even at the end of the text, it’s still merely speculation, which has me dying to dive into book 2 and finally solve the mystery. Casey is an interesting character; she’s driven to succeed, but through her internal monologues, readers also see that she does have a moral code, which is not the best combination for a reporter who wants to move up the ladder. She’s definitely conflicted about what she should do, and as her feelings for Finn grow, it gets worse, and I think she knows that her betrayal is not going to go over well at all with Finn; it will more than likely end what they have, which is why she won’t say anything.Talk to Me is a fantastic book. I love how the story’s presented, and I can’t wait to find out Finn’s secret. A definite must read!A complimentary copy was provided by the author in exchange for an honest review.4.5 poison apples (The Fairest of All Book Reviews)