Review: Short, Bittersweet story
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 05 21, 2013
*I received this book from the author in exchange for an honest review*This is the story of Nikki and Caroline and the choices they face. Nikki's had to take care of herself for a very long time, and just wants to graduate and get away from her current situation. Caroline's life is much more normal, but she still doesn't always make good choices.Having been a teen mom myself, I know the struggles of trying to go to school and raise a baby. However, my mom was alot more willing to help, and my child's dad was very responsible and helped a great deal. I think that if Caroline's parents had been more involved, she probably wouldn't have ended up where she did. But they have their own problems to deal with. I was glad to see them getting family counseling toward the end of the book. Caroline has the right idea about finishing high school and going on to college.Nikki has a harder time, because of the situation with her own mother, but this makes her a stronger person. She makes a very bad choice, which luckily doesn't land her in jail. I was also happy with the choice this character makes at the end of the book, as it will offer her the structure that she needs to succeed in her personal life. This choice is one that I have recommended to my own teenage daughter.My only pet peeve is bad grammar and spelling. And that's why I only gave 4 stars. I think the author needs a good proofreader. Other than that, I think the writing is good, and the characters developed enough for high school students. I would recommend this to anyone looking for a short read.