Review: Great debut novel - Military romance
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 05 27, 2012
Because of you is about two souls finding each other - learning to live with the damage that war has brought and also pain of different circumstances. Learning to live, love and move on even though life has not dealt you the cards you wanted. Learning to lean on others for help in your time of need and learning to move on no matter what life has dealt you.I'm a little in the dark on the military sides of things, having no one close to me deployed or in the military scene I found that Jessica's descriptions were enough to keep me in the loop.A well delivered story, with a deep plot, wonderfully crafted characters, with depth and definition, witty characters that will make you smile and chapters that flow smoothly till the last page has been turned.I read this in one sitting from front page till back and really enjoyed it... It really sucked me in, brought tears to my eyes, and grabbed at my emotions. Jessica has put forth her emotions well, all descriptions easily envisaged and put forth. A military romance - filled with love, hope, friendship, courage, loyalty and learning.The romance between Shane and Jen was slow and gradual, the love scenes heartfelt and enough for all those who enjoy a little romance in there reads. Id love to have seen more love between Shane and Jen but saying this the story was short where Jessica developed the love and story within the pair.I enjoyed all the characters much so.... Carponti was my absolute FAVORITE...Jessica has written the story where we will surely see more of the secondary characters in the next instalment. I look forward to seeing Laura's story and see where she takes us.** Because of you ** is a story about friendships and hardships, about letting go , healing and moving forward. It's about overcoming obstacles that seem unimaginable. A quick heartfelt military romance that will pique your attention from end to finish.Jessica Scott has delivered a wonderful debut novel here - I will certainly be looking out for more of her future works