Review: Some things happen for a reason.
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 09 8, 2013
Rating: 4.5Some things happen for a reason.Mirriam Yohanna was forced to flee to the US when the war in Iraq started. Now a refugee in Killeen, Texas where a military base is situated and being surrounded by military brats - her life was anything but nice. She missed her home, her father whom she lost before they left the country and her old life.Here's Caleb - he's the ultimate American heartthrob. No girls can say no to him - except Mirriam that it. Out of revenge, Caleb agrees to a dare with his friends that he could have Mirriam as a date for the prom. But talking to her proves to be a difficult task, what more to ask her out? It would be herculean!Caleb didn't have to worry long though, because a school project allowed them to work together closely. However, a simple high school project turned out to be something more when secrets are unearthed - secrets that not just change their lives but the lives around them as well. As they start to learn the truth and find justice, they grow closer and closer to each other. And Mirriam did what she thought she couldn't - she fell in love with a white American, an army brat at that.But when Mirriam's brother and mother discovered their relationship, they had her marriage arrange right after she will receive her diploma. With this, Caleb must convince Mirriam that she is `it' for him and what they have is worth the risk or he may just lose her forever.Caleb is an amazing character, he's brave and determined. He knew it was close to impossible, but he did it anyway. He went against something big, something stronger, and something with power - but with great persistent and courage, he found a way to beat it.I enjoyed reading this novel. I can't believe I finished it in one sitting- but I did. A Missing Peace is more than just your ordinary love story. It delves into a controversy that is often happening but rarely recognized by a lot of individuals, especially those departments that are concern. I love the plot, the characters, especially how it ended. The epilogue was just perfect. Indeed, some things, even the bad and painful ones happen for a reason. Love can move mountains, can cross barriers and make anything possible.*ARC Copy was given in exchange for an honest review.