Heist School Freshman ~ Alan Gallauresi

Heist School Freshmen by Alan Gallauresi
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Heist School Freshman by Alan Gallauresi was a great read. I thoroughly enjoyed this novel. Gallauresi gives the book life. The young characters friendship, trust, innocent ways to essentially commit a crime and keep it secret kept the novel going. There are no dull points in this novel. Angelo, Drew and Lionel, had a quick forming friendship that just grew into like a brotherhood. It's amazing how when you really look back on this the time frame is just one year (freshman year). Gallauresi packs so much action and intermixes it with the normal teenage troubles and trials. Among having an amazing story line about the heist you will experience first loves, bullying, friendship and camaraderie.

The cover design for this is novel is fitting. I assume this to be the main character Angelo; ordinary teenager that in a way stands out from the crowd (the hustle and bustle of everyday).

Good job Gallauresi, looking forward to more novels along the lines of this one.

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Wantin ~ Truth Devour

Wantin by Truth Devour
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What an amazing read. Wantin by Truth Devour, simply takes you on a journey from childhood to adulthood with Talia Jacobs. Talia Jacobs a young imaginative, spirited, multicultural young woman has experienced so many instances of love and lost in her young life. Devour in depth view of love and lost is quite developed within this novel. Devour's character Talia travels and with every new country and every new person she meets she grows. Grant it Talia does have a man problem; a longing to be loved in the way of her parents in the way she wants to love Brad; she travels in search of inner peace.

Wantin takes us (the readers) on great exploration of finding one's true self and calling. One of the big lessons that I took from this novel was Talia tried her best no matter how hurt or sad she was to make the best out of every situation. She treated all others with kindness and compassion. Although she is still on a journey for self fulfillment and her the search for her soul mate she realizes relationship and love cannot be forced; it must be destined.

I cannot wait to read the second installment of this novel. I know Devour will make it just enjoyable to read as this novel.

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Hidden Under Her Heart ~ Rachelle Ayala

Hidden Under Her Heart by Rachelle Ayala
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wow Rachelle Ayala came through in her novel "Hidden Under Her Heart." Two young adults both with their on issues and upbringings come together it's either going to be fireworks or a dull sizzle. Hidden Under Her Heart delivers fourth of July fireworks. Maryanne Torres thinks she knows what she wants and needs to attract a good man; one that will not use her. She makes a decision to abstain from sex until the right man comes along and places a ring on the "correct" finger. Lucas Knight, triathlete of mix heritage, has his own demons to fight. Lucas just wants another shot to the Olympics.

Will these two be able to stand the test of times, with rape, possible criminal charges and an abundance of mixed emotions; Ayala spares no punches. This novel reads like a movie, if you are anything like me you will not wish to put it down until well after the epilogue. True to her other novels Ayala delivers a great story of love and two people trying to work through it.

Maryanne and Lucas wish to stay true to themselves and continue advancing toward their goals; but love is a strong feeling and emotion.Will it help or hinder their connection. This novel is only 256 pages so it's a breeze to get through and trust me you will enjoy it.

If you love this you will also love Rachelle Ayala's "Knowing Vera" the third novel in the Chance for Love series.

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My Last Summer with You ~ Fidelis O. Mkparu

My Last Summer with You: No Fanfare for a Withered Rose by Fidelis O. Mkparu
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

My Last Summer with You was surprisingly good novel. Fidelis gives a convincing story of basically a young man growing up during his college years. I did appreciate the fact that this story with its romantic twists and turns was told from a male’s perspective. The way Joseph’s live intertwines with Wendy and Francesca kept me captivated in the story line as well as wanting to know more.

Fidelis brought to light a good number of social issues in My Last Summer. Among the many issues the most prevalent were racism and interracial dating in the 70’s. Fidelis not only brings a strong male character to the novel, he is backed up by many strong female characters as well. Joseph, a young teenager when the novel starts, Joseph learns to grow up fast, manage school work and manage loving a woman at the same time. Great job Fidelis on giving an excellent coming of age story with a twist.

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Embracing You, Embracing Me - Michelle Bellon

Embracing You, Embracing Me by Michelle Bellon
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

At first I was skeptical about reading Embracing You, Embracing Me. I did not know what to expect about the “coming of age” novel. I must say I was pleasantly surprised. Michelle Bellon catches the essence of youth and the struggles of growing up and trying to be a normal productive citizen. Growing up with main character Roshell was quite eye-opening. Bellon did not make her a cookie cutter character. Roshell and her immediate friends experienced everyday hardships as well as joys. Bellon’s style of writing gives the reader something to look forward to. In saying this, the way the story line is broken up the reader will get a lot of Roshell’s point of view for most of the novel; but this is also highlighted with other main character’s points of view as well (in other words Roshell is not the only one telling the story).

Would I read this book again? Yes I would, to me this story had a lot of depth into and just may need a second read to fully understand the simplicity yet complexity of the character details Bellon provides.

“Embracing You, Embracing Me” is based in modern day times and is really good story that both teens and young adults can relate to. This book was a pleasant, emotional roller coaster ride and I quite enjoyed it.


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