Review: Can't wait to read the next one!!
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 03 12, 2014
“Choices” by Sydney Lane5 out of 5 starsThe title of this book couldn’t be more appropriate.  The running theme is all about the choices we make.  Each character has their own decisions to make and we are along for the journey.  For the main character, Quincy, many choices are faced down throughout the book.  Some of those are small and others are life-changing.Quincy’s life has been ruled by her desire to appear perfect.  In an effort to be as different as possible from her sister, Katie, she has created an image that is becoming increasingly difficult to maintain.  It’s only once she’s away at college that she realizes that she has stopped really living.  Quickly embroiled in a love triangle, with two guys who couldn’t be more opposite, Quincy spends most of the book trying to choose between them.Declan offers her comfort and security.  He’s easy to talk to and she can definitely see herself with him creating a future.  Brody, on the other hand, excites her, challenges her, and pushes her buttons.  However, he’s not a sure bet for a relationship, let alone a future.  I could understand Quincy’s dilemma.  Due to her sister’s bipolar disorder, she is drawn to the stability that Declan embodies.  Her choice is about whether she’s really living for herself or still trying not to be her sister.I liked Declan, but Brody brought more to the table.  He saw through her walls and he pushed her to want more.  He was definitely the more interesting guy and I really enjoyed the way his character was written.Jenna, in the role of her best friend, is a great juxtaposition to Quincy.  She has a take-no-prisoners attitude and she’s not afraid to truly live!  I liked her humor and every scene she was in was a breath of fresh air.  I look forward to seeing more of her in the series.Overall, I enjoyed the book and found it difficult to put down.  From the prologue, written to grab your attention, to the epilogue that brought it all full circle, it kept me invested.  Lane’s style was easy to read and the questions she brought forward were definitely thought-provoking.  I would recommend this book for young adult and adult readers alike.  I’m excited to see where the series goes from here.*I was given a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.*Shannon, My Secret Book Spot