Review: The Shining Star......
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 04 19, 2014
New beginnings……As Quinton begins his journey after rehab, he realizes the struggles he faces. Around every corner, temptation lurks and calls to him. He is determined to start over. As his father picks him up from rehab, Quinton realizes life back in his old home will be difficult and full of past memories.While Quinton has been in rehab, Nova has continued to pull herself out of the sadness she once felt. Her love of music has led her to once again play the drums. Now that she is back at college, Nova has joined a band and uses the music to focus her feelings. She is finally in a good place in her life, but she just can’t get Quinton off her mind. Wondering how he is feeling….concerned about his recovery.Since Quinton’s departure from rehab, he and Nova have started a ritual of phone calls. Each sharing their ups and downs with the other. Both relying on the constant the other provides. Nova finds herself needing Quinton during a difficult time. Yet, she wonders if her sudden appearance will push him too far. Can Quinton overcome his tortured past to be the person Nova so desperately needs in her life?Reading the journey of Nova and Quinton has been emotional, gut wrenching, and I found myself completely sucked into the world of these two damaged people. Their trials are so ‘spot on’ with what so many people face when dealing with addiction. The underlying tone of ‘never giving up’ is so prominent throughout the series. It made Nova’s character shine.Although Nova was a shining star, Quinton is the one that really touched my soul. What a journey he had to travel. It’s hard living with blame, and the toll it takes on a person is described to the utmost perfection through this story.The additional story lines surrounding Delilah and Tristan will also pull at your soul. Be sure to read Delilah’s story before reading this book. It will add another layer to her story. Tristan’s heartache left me wanting more of his story.Torn, twisted, and beautiful are the best words I can use to describe this story. Jessica Sorensen has taken her talent on a new level with this one. Each tragic moment building to a wonderful and promising ending!!