Falling For You-Lisa Schroeder

Affection turns to obsession—and love means both devastation and redemption—in this gripping novel from the author of I Heart You, You Haunt Me.Rae’s always dreamed of dating a guy like Nathan. He’s nothing like her abusive stepfather—in other words, he’s sweet. But the closer they get, the more Nathan wants of her time, of her love, of her…and the less she wants to give.

As Rae’s affection for Nathan turns to fear, she leans on her friend Leo for support. With Leo, she feels lighter, happier. And possessive Nathan becomes jealous. He’s not about to let her go. And with danger following her every move, Rae must fight for the life and love she deserves if she’s going to survive.

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Review
5 STARS

     Rae is a girl trapped in pretty horrible circumstances.She lives with her mother and stepfather,Her stepfather is abusive,degrading and just an all around unpleasant man.Her mother loves him and cannot see past him to see Rae.Rae Meets Nathan and at first he is wonderful..but things start to change with Nathan..His jealousy is too much to soon..almost suffocating.She is unable to be around him due to his jealousy and just plain weird things going on with him.Rae works at a flower shop after school and knows Leo who has been her friend for awhile..Eventually they become more then friends.Sadly Something horrific happens where Rae has to be stronger and fight harder then she has ever fought before.
     Well Geez,Falling For You pulled me out of my reading slump,Twice I started books I couldnt finish.Then I opened Falling For You and BAM I could not put it down.It was wonderful.I was so mad at Rae's step father and mother..if I could have jumped in the story I would have!Nathan..I didnt understand him as much..I mean I know part of his deal but I think for him playing such a big part something was needed..even if it was Rae's friend giving that info.But that did not in anyway affect the story and it is just something I think could have made the story even better.I absolutely loved how while the book went in 3 different part...there was a present day..past and then poetry as a chapter it was so very easy to follow and not be confused.It flowed so very well.I did wish there was an epilogue..but its not really needed...just a personal preference. This was the perfect book to start 2013 with!I'd definitely take the time to read this story.If not you will definitely be missing out!

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Butterfly Kisses By Mia Castile

   

   Mia Castile graciously gifted me with a ARC of Butterfly Kisses.I laughed,I squealed,I sighed...In fact I even Cried.Mia has written yet another winner.Butterfly Kisses takes place a few months after Becoming a Butterfly ends.Which is Book 1 in the series and one you will need to read prior to Butterfly Kisses.Reader be warned,It is a deep read many issues are addressed and they are addressed well.
     Butterfly Kisses,Book 2 takes us several months into Lana's recovery from her suicide attempt.She has to deal with her own issues in which she goes to counseling.On top of that dealing with her nemesis from school is the icing on the cake.Lana is befriended by Britt who has her own boatload of issues.I really enjoyed Britt...Just wanted to hug her and tell her its going to be okay. Laney is still dealing the the aftereffects of what happened in Becoming a Butterfly(Book 1). Where she pretended to be someone else and everyone found out..If you haven's read it you must.Luckily She has Chase who is her very best friend..who has hopes of being more.Will He?Well I for one will NOT post any spoilers..How unfair would that be for you my fellow readers?Butterfly Kisses is worth reading and reading again.
      I have only one critique and that is how it ended.Without giving it away lets just say we are very much looking forward to Butterfly Migration (Book 3).Mia has written another wonderful book.It deals with some big issues and the characters with them in ways that are human,Not perfect but Human. Butterfly Kisses is a wonderful read that you should not miss.Pick up Becoming a Butterfly first if you haven't read it prior to Butterfly Kisses.Haven't read anything by Mia Castile?You should,You'll be so happy you did.
Thank you again Mia for writing another winner.Keep up the great work!

From Mia Castile Personally-

I've decided that there's going to be 2 more installments to The Butterfly Chronicles. The Butterfly Migration and a 4th un-named book. More teenage issues to explore, lies to be kept, and love matches to make.

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