Crash into You (Harlequin Teen)
The first time Isaiah lays eyes on Rachel, she is climbing out of her white Mustang GT, ready to race. “Angel,” he thinks, looking at her glowing blonde hair, fine features, and expensive clothes. But why would a girl like her be out in the middle of nowhere, surrounded by a rough, swindling crowd of guys? Isaiah wants to protect her, even though she is obviously out of his league. For her part, Rachel has stepped far from her comfort zone. The only girl in a family with four older boys, Rachel generally shies away from the world, suffering debilitating panic attacks. But she loves the dangerous thrill of racing her car, and this is the first time she has driven out to distant, dark roads just to get in a good race. It seems like a bad idea, but Isaiah has her back. Fans of the Romeo and Juliet style of romance, where the power of love overrides all obstacles, will love this entry into the Pushing the Limits series. In this fourth book, characters from earlier stories brush against the central drama, and although new readers might feel moments of confusion, the novel still stands alone. Highly recommended for readers who enjoy the books of Simone Elkeles and Abbi Glines. Grades 9-12. --Diane Colson