GREAT BOOK! Excellent character exploration, great writing, interesting plot line! The writing was clear and created a great connection to the characters. The dual-character narration lent a lot of depth to the story. Each character had their own problems, and were able to help each other. The plot was detailed and intricate, without losing its emotional potency. Quite simply, I adored the characters. There were great background characters, with just enough to make the story interesting, but not overwhelming. It was a good length, enough to make you feel like you truly got the whole picture. There was a lot of character development, no sudden or unexplained changes in character. SUMMARY: Ivy has had a difficult childhood. She now attends college, living off of the money she makes each night, trying to pay for books and school. She's afraid to go home- a word she uses lightly- and trusts no one. Noah has always felt like an outsider. He's never fit in with his family, never lived up to his father's expectations. Noah sees this tough girl, a girl who wants nothing to do with him, and is intrigued. He tries his best to connect with Ivy. Can she ever really trust him? What really clouds her past? Can Noah stand up to his father? Will they trust each other? the not-so-best parts: This really was a great story.... I think we could have learned a little more about Noah's past. It would have been interesting to learn a bit about the background characters. It was a little strange how Noah depended on his family so much, yet really hated them. Aside from that, though, it was REALLY a great read. the best parts: I love Noah! The epitome of a sweet and good guy- that's what really made this story great. Yes, the characters made mistakes, yes, there were problems they had to face. But they really cared for each other. I appreciated that their relation developed over time, that they truly learned to trust each other and care for each other. I also loved the glimpses of the background characters- who were depicted much better in this book. And Ivy- a GREAT female lead. She's strong and tough, but has her own problems. Just because she's bad ass doesn't mean she isn't a good person. Also, finally, a girl who can PUNCH. That's right- no slapping here!*side note: there is violence in this book. I appreciated, however, that it was not in a situation where it presented a danger to the characters/was out of hand. That wasn't stated well.... it just seemed like a need to protect, rather than loss of control/temper. VIOLENCE is bad--- but sort of sweet ;) READ THE BOOK!All in all, read this book if you like a book with good writing, an interesting plot line, and story with a little mystery and a lot of discovery. Well developed, well thought out: a nice story of learning to trust and over come obstacles. HIGHLY RECOMMEND! Escaping Trouble is the second book in a series and tells the story of Noah and Ivy. Ivy comes from a horrifying past. Noah is a tattooed womanizer who doesn't want to end up working a desk job. They meet over a dropped muffin and Noah is intrigued by the tattooed beauty who doesn't fall at his feet like so many other women. Ivy doesn't let anyone in, and with a past such as hers, why should she? As Noah slowly immerses himself in Ivy's life he learns that the terrifying past she's lived through isn't over yet. Together can they keep Ivy safe and end up in each other's arms or is Noah too much for Ivy?I love Ivy and Noah. Although by themselves they seem a bit broken, together they make each other better. They accept each other despite what everyone else sees as shortcomings in them. This book is a perfect second in the series and I truly enjoy that these characters are not cookie cutter conformists to society's "norms". I am looking forward to the next in the series.
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Anxiously waiting for #3. Loving these group of friends
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