Release Date: May 21st, 2013 Publisher: Little Brown | Hachette Canada Genre: Young Adult Pages: 288 Pages Series: Stand Alone Format: Hardcover Source: From publisher Reason: For review Find the Author: Website | Twitter Buy the Book:Amazon CA | Amazon
Ashleigh's boyfriend, Kaleb, is about to leave for college, and Ashleigh is worried that he'll forget about her while he's away. So at a legendary end-of-summer pool party, Ashleigh's friends suggest she text him a picture of herself -- sans swimsuit -- to take with him. Before she can talk herself out of it, Ashleigh strides off to the bathroom, snaps a photo in the full-length mirror, and hits "send."
But when Kaleb and Ashleigh go through a bad breakup, Kaleb takes revenge by forwarding the text to his baseball team. Soon the photo has gone viral, attracting the attention of the school board, the local police, and the media. As her friends and family try to distance themselves from the scandal, Ashleigh feels completely alone -- until she meets Mack while serving her court-ordered community service. Not only does Mack offer a fresh chance at friendship, but he's the one person in town who received the text of Ashleigh's photo -- and didn't look.
Acclaimed author Jennifer Brown brings readers a gripping novel about honesty and betrayal, redemption and friendship, attraction and integrity, as Ashleigh finds that while a picture may be worth a thousand words . . . it doesn't always tell the whole story.
Jennifer Brown had me at Hello. I became an instant fan of hers since I read Hate List, and have since read all of her works(And loving each one!). When I learned about her upcoming novel, Thousand Words, tackling an issue that seems to be happening more and more everyday I couldn't wait to see what she would do with it.
I shouldn't be surprised that it was just perfect. Jennifer Brown's writing style and character building was right on point. Even though I knew the basic premise of this story, I couldn't help but really like Kaleb in the beginning; He seemed like your typical sweetheart. Then it turns ugly, and poor Ashleigh has to endure the affects of a spur of the moment decision, that ended up with long lasting consequences.
My heart literally ached for Ashleigh. I could feel every hit and blow that was tossed her way. I wanted to defend her, and snatch her away from the cruelness of the situation. Though, she handled it well. I think better than I would have if it were me. She was a very strong character!
I also loved the pacing of the story, the way Jennifer Brown had everything unfold. There was no beginning, middle and end. It was all woven together in a way that gave it a little Mystery. Making me fly through the pages and never ever to stop at just one chapter! The Past to Present structure was a perfect touch!
Jennifer Brown tackled another tough topic and she did it just right. She pens some of the most intense character casts I have come across, and touches on issues the a lot of authors shy away from; The thing is teens DO go through these things! I love how Jennifer Brown rises to the challenge to bring this issues to the surface.
In Today's Day, Thousand Words should definitely be required reading for Young Adults in school. Maybe reading about the consequences and what happens AFTER the fact, would result in a change of heart, and would be saved a whole world of hurt.
The Crazy Bookworm is launching a Facebook Giveaway starting this afternoon! Except this giveaway is different from previous giveaways. How so? Well, instead of stopping by the blog and filling out a form, you will be stopping by The Crazy Bookworm's Facebook Page. I will be posting Book related trivia throughout the duration of the giveaway. You simply submit your answer in the comments. Sounds fun doesn't it?!
(Another copy will be given away upon my review later this Spring)
Giveaway Starts: Tuesday,May 14, 2013(Right now!)
Giveaway Ends: Tuesday, May 21st, 2013
Open to: Canada and Us Only(Publisher's request)
The Trivia questions will be posted in the Mornings throughout the duration of the giveaway. So be sure to stop by each day to check if there is a trivia question. You can answer them anytime throughout the day/week. Even the previously posted trivia questions.
This IS a Facebook giveaway so be sure to use a Facebook account that you use regularly. The Winner will be contacted via Facebook(Private Message) and will be announced on The Crazy Bookworm Facebook Page and on the blog.
You will have 48 hours to respond before a new winner is chosen.
*Just to clarify. It is meant to me fun, not competitive. The winner is chosen randomly, not based on who commented first/right. But you must answer in the comments section to qualify for the giveaway*
Release Date: April 2nd, 2013 Publisher: Hachette Canada Genre: Young Adult Pages: 416 Pages Series: Stand Alone Format: Hardcover Source: From Publisher Reason: For Review Find the Author: Twitter | Website Buy the Book: Amazon CA | Amazon
If fate sent you an email, would you answer? When teenage movie star Graham Larkin accidentally sends small town girl Ellie O'Neill an email about his pet pig, the two seventeen-year-olds strike up a witty and unforgettable correspondence, discussing everything under the sun, except for their names or backgrounds. Then Graham finds out that Ellie's Maine hometown is the perfect location for his latest film, and he decides to take their relationship from online to in-person. But can a star as famous as Graham really start a relationship with an ordinary girl like Ellie? And why does Ellie want to avoid the media's spotlight at all costs?
“It was exactly as he’d thought it would be, like the first time and the millionth time all at once, like being wide awake, like losing his balance. Only this time, it wasn’t just him; this time, they were losing their balance together.”- Graham
I have a confession to make; I actually finished this book about a week ago. Why has it taken me longer than usual to write a review? Well, I needed to find the words! I wanted to write a review right away. I finished the book, let myself absorb it for a few seconds, then bolted to my computer and just stared at a blank screen. I. Had. No. Words!
The only words I could get out made me sound like a 13 year old crazy fan girl. "OMG, this book was so amazing" "You guys, you have to read this NOW!" My review was simply just going to be a rave at how...Epic this novel really, truly was. Instead, I thought I would give it a few days, collect my thoughts, and try to come up with something a little more mature...*Clears throat* So here I go!
This Is What Happy Looks Like is far from your ordinary boy meets girl story. The author took all of my favourite elements(Small town, romance, self discovery and swoon-worthy boy) and wrapped them up in this amazing little package.
This Is What Happy Looks Like will wrap you up in a cozy ray of sunshine and fill your heart with a romantic story line and spirited characters. I adored Graham from the moment I learned he had a Pig named Wilbur(Wanting a pig myself, I felt we could relate!) And talk about swoon-worthy!
The author didn't introduce Graham as this brooding tall, dark and handsome type. We got to fall in love with Graham before even learning about his appearance(Which didn't sound to shabby either!) A funny, witty, caring person he is. Just my type!
I loved Ellie. She was a character that could stand on her own. She was confident and independent. She had a tough exterior but we a softy on the inside. I loved learning more about her as her story unfolded! Which the author delivered at a perfect face!
Jennifer E. Smith really created something amazing with this book. Like how Ellie describes happiness: Sunrises over the harbor. Ice cream on a hot day. The sound of the waves down the street. The way my dog curls up next to me on the couch. Evening strolls. Great movies. Thunderstorms...And an amazing Young Adult novel titled This Is What Happiness Looks Like.
If this novel is not on your Summer To-Read pile than you need to change that, pronto! Pour yourself a cold glass of lemon-aid or iced tea, lay out in the sun, and be whisked by this heart-warming tale about love.
**Note: This book may have you constantly refreshing your e-mail page in hopes that Johnny Depp may accidentally e-mail you**
Sum It Up With A Song How could I not use a Taylor Swift Song?!
I just wanted to drop a quick note that I am still around and kicking! Sorry for the lack of posts this week. I do have them planned and waiting to be written, I just have not found the time! This week has been a crazy one, for this bookworm!
Some stuff to look forward to that will be coming up next week:
1. I will be posting Book related Trivia on my Facebook page next week(Don't worry, an official post is to come about this) It will run all week long, and at the end, I will pick a winner(from the comments) and they will win a prize! Yay!
2. My review for This is What Happy Looks Like. This book was epic! Still trying to put it into words for my review's sake!
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