Reviews written by Jen

Initial Reaction: This is one of the best books I have ever read! What I Loved: Let me start with the author, who I had the pleasure of meeting last year when I attended my very first book signing. I have seen Cristin Terrill several times since...

What I Liked: This was a unique take on the Sci-Fi/Dystopian genre because the story blends science with spiritual aspects. However, the positive message of a Creator or Designer, didn't feel forced or preachy. The characters are engaging and the plot twists and turns keep the story moving. ...

This sequel picks up right where THE INNOCENTS leaves off and is filled with all of the mystery, romance, drama and unanswered questions that readers enjoyed about book one. Things between Alice and Tommy heat up only to be tested when Patrick rolls into town. ...

Once again, Krista McGee has proven that the message of Christ's love can be presented in a way that is neither preachy nor cheesy. (I think I love her.) Right Where I Belong, a modern day retelling of the story of Ruth, is a fun read about friendship, love...

What I Liked: This is a well-crafted, well-written story with complex characters that deals with heartbreaking issues like sexual abuse and suicide. Holder and Skye are both enjoyable characters, and so mature I forgot at times that they're still in High School. What Left Me Wanting More:...

This was such a fun book to read! It made me laugh, it made me cry and it made wish I wasn't too old (and married) to go to summer camp! Lauren is a fantastic female character who, despite struggling with choices about friends, family...

I was fortunate enough to snag a copy of RECLAIMED at the Rooftop Party during BEA this year and I also had the pleasure of briefly meeting author Sarah Guillory at the Spencer Hill Press Booth. (She was very nice and she signed a poster for me.) ...

What I Liked: The cover hits the nail on the head, love it! This is a story about love, loss, redemption and new life. It has a dual POV, detailed world-building, engaging dialogue and swoonworthy kissing, because you know I am a fan of the kissing! ...

What I Liked: Heartwarming, engaging and humorous look at one girl's journey to find out who she is when she steps away from her computer and into real life. FANGIRL has a witty MC and colorful cast of supporting characters, several of whom aren't even real. ;) ...

I picked this gem up at BEA and was really excited to read, not only because it's written by two fantastic authors who I had the privilege to spend a little time with, but it was touted as a "Sliding Doors" for teens. (Sliding Doors was a super cool movie...

What I Loved: Anyone whose read Nyrae's other YA books knows that she *gets* the teenage voice, especially the boys, and Four Summers is no exception. The alternating POV's add insight and depth into the character's thoughts as we watch the love story play out over the course of four...

What I Loved: Louise Rozett has truly captured the voice of Rose, giving readers a realistic look into the life of a teenager that is both heartbreaking and hopeful. Depression isn't always the angsty, weepy, person who refuses to get out of bed, eat...

I was really looking forward to reading this! What I Loved: Caymen is a champion for sarcastic girls everywhere and I loved her! She has spent her whole life living with her single mother above their creepy little doll shop in the same small town believing...

What I loved: Cade was a roundhouse kick in the feels for me when I read LOSING IT and I was really excited to read his story! FAKING IT is fast paced, well written and full of swoonilicious romance. It also has it's fair share of face fanning steam...

This debut is an enticing Sci-Fi/Dystopian mashup that fans of the Avengers and X-Men will no doubt, enjoy. Filled with action, suspense, romance and swoon, ONE brings to light the superhero potential we all have inside of us - that is, if we can just get past our short-comings first....