Review: An engaging story that captivates the imagination and resonates with readers of similar experiences.
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 11 12, 2013
An engaging story that captivates the imagination and resonates with readers of similar experiences.Oh my goodness, this poor girl Jess really has had one heck of an avalanche of tragedy after tragedies touch her life in this one so the title is very fitting. I was genuinely impressed with the story telling in this book. It flowed well and I enjoyed hanging out in Jess’ head throughout it. I just felt really sorry for her losses and felt like if she took one more hit, she might just fall over and curl into a fetal position from the pressure. I know I would! I really could relate with her money worries and uncertainties of what to do with her life.Jess is trying to make her way through life on a meager waitress salary after growing up without her mother, but can’t catch a break. One day, a car comes pummeling through the diner she works at and sends one of her best friends to the hospital, makes her lose her job and good pay, but she also meets dreamy Tyler, who has more secrets in his trust fund past than she could even imagine. As she tries to find another job, unravel her feelings on love with an abusive boyfriend and the blossoming feelings with Tyler, can she make it through without someone else dropping dead or something else ‘randomly’ happening to her?Jess is pretty grounded for having endured so much in her short life and I like how strong and yet nave she still is. Really enjoyed this one but it does leave off at the end with loose ends so do expect to be reading a series for this isn’t a standalone novel. I can’t wait to read the next one, but I do hope Jess catches a break for once.I received an ARC of this story via Netgalley for an honest review.