Review: Stunning Sequel
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 01 7, 2014
I received a free copy of this book in exchange for honest feedback.Karen and Jordan are back in this second installment of Julie Cross's series about love, overcoming obstacles both internal and external, and the exciting drama of gymnastics. They are both nervous about their future as a couple and on their own. Now in shorter installments, they face a summer together full of twists and turns.As always, Julie Cross's writing has a way of putting you right into the story and feeling a deep and personal connection with the characters. Karen and Jordan become even more relatable as they deal with day to day struggles such as running into people from the past and trying to overcome a difficult problem, such as a move in gymnastics, while also dealing with hurt from the past in the loss of family members. I love that with all of that going on around them, they still are dedicated to each other and trying to help each other in ways on they can, even if they feel like they can't help. Their romance is just as intense as it is in the first book, and as new problems are thrown their way, I can't stop rooting for them to make it. They have a relationship that truly sticks with you and makes you want to read more and more.Another big focus of these books is, of course, gymnastics. Not knowing much about the sport myself, I found it extremely enjoyable to learn little details about the sport. It made it even more interesting, and whether you're a fan of the sport or not, the passion Karen has for it leaps off the page and gives you a new perspective on how hard people work for what they want.Overall, 5 wonderful stars. I love the characters; I love the writing. I can't wait to find out what will happen to Karen and Jordan next.