Review: Triangle Heaven!
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 12 29, 2013
“I’ve missed you so much.  When you left that day, I thought I’d never hold you in my arms, feel your body against mine, kiss these lips, or hear the sound of your voice ever again.  I’ve been living in hell without you.  You’re my angel, and I can’t find heaven without you.”Talk about a triangle that will slowly pull your chest open and expose your heart to all of the elements of the poisonous world, Sheesh!  This series has captured my heart and attention since I read Bound Together about a year ago!  And I was so happy to see the release of Burning Up!  The story of Layla, Jared, and Ollie will consume you in every way possible.  I went through so many emotions reading this beautifully written sequel.  I’ve been on team _____ for so long, for a whole year!  And NO I won’t tell you if it was Jared or Ollie, but I will say this.  I changed teams!! I never thought that I would, but Marie writes this story in such a way, that it makes both logical and heartfelt sense!  And yes my heart is sort of broken, but also kind of mended at the same time if that makes any sense.“I would never forget him.  I couldn’t.  I was still in love with him.”From the minute I started this book a smile was spread across my face just for the pure fact of getting back to these three intriguing people.  I knew it wouldn’t be a simple story, but I didn’t realize that it would be so all encompassing.  Layla goes through so many emotions revolving around what she thinks she wants, and what is actually good for her.  And I began to soften to the idea that what was good for her, was to just be alone.  I knew that wouldn’t happen as that wouldn’t have been conducive to the story, but at one point I was so torn that maybe I would have accepted it.  There are so many things that I want to tell about what happens!! But I just can’t for the sake of not spoiling the story!“You hold another man in your heart, and I have to accept it and thank God everyday that you’re here with me, while worrying that it’s not where you want to be.”So I can’t say what happens, but I will say that Jared pissed me off quite a bit in this sequel.  He’s overbearing, possessive, and maybe a little crazy.  And to be honest that normally doesn’t bother me, but since I have such a fondness for him, I believe I was more disappointed in him.  I really feel like I know these characters, so when one does something stupid I’m really affected.  And don’t get me wrong Layla has her fair share of stupid moments as well.  And Ollie was just a breath of fresh air like usual.  So yeah to say I was torn is a major understatement!  Layla makes a choice, but obviously that choice will always be tested by her undying love for the other guy!  In true love triangle fasion, and I LOVED it!  Still love it! This story won’t leave my head for a while, and I’m pretty sure that by the time the ending came, I was content… I think.  I mean I’m not really sure how I feel completely. HA! Well at least I know that there will be more of Layla’s story to come in 2014 with Coming Down (Bound Together #3) And I cannot wait for that!“Don’t deny it.  I saw the way your eyes gazed at me as I backed you against that wall.  The way your body trembled as mine got closer and closer.  Or the way you licked your lips, begging and enticing me to kiss them.  You can’t hide it, Layla.  Your whole body screams that you want me, even if you try to convince yourself that you don’t.”