Review: Fun, Quick Read
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 07 29, 2013
*I received this book from the author in exchange for an honest review*I love the opening scene in this book. It's so hilarious! It gives great insight into protagonist Kyle's personality. I fell in love with Kyle during this scene.The Unofficial Story of Kyle B. Johnston is written in first person, the point of view switches between Kyle and Emma. I love books where we get the dual point of view. It adds to my overall enjoyment to be in the thoughts of both characters. Emma and Kyle are very lovable characters. It's obvious to the reader early on that Kyle and Emma would be perfect together. I spent the entire book rooting for them.The book is a quick, lighthearted read, and full of laughs. I wish I hadn't read the first third sitting in the orthodontist's waiting room. People were looking at me like I'd lost my mind when I couldn't stop laughing. I blame the scene in the library, so very funny. Sorry no spoiler - you've got to read it yourself!Emma and Kyle both wonder why they can't find someone decent to date. Emma thinks Kyle needs to clean up his look, get rid of the torn t-shirts and cargo shorts. Though really, Kyle seems so cute and sweet, the lack of classy threads shouldn't be hurting him. It becomes apparent early on that Emma's main problem is the type of guy she's looking for. She keeps going for these self-centered guys because they don't ask questions, but who can stand to be around them for very long? Emma is trying to escape her past which she views as an embarrassment. She's terrified of Kyle because he asks questions about her and wants to get to know her better.Given the protagonists are college age, this book could be classified in the new adult category. However, for subject matter I would put it on the cusp of young adult and new adult. I recommend this novel to everyone high school and up that enjoys a sweet, funny contemporary romance. Just don't read it in public if you don't want people staring when you laugh too much.You can also find this review at [...]