Author: Lucia Jordan
Publisher: Wild Hearts Romance
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 104
Book Description
Valeri Huntington has her dream—a publicist for one of the top firms on the east coast. Nevertheless, she can’t help but feel like something is missing. A long list of men has been left in her wake because they just can’t seem to measure up or she finds a way to rationalize her way out of anything before it gets too serious. The one relationship she did have ended roughly and left her picking up the pieces up of her heart for months. After that breakup, she vowed to throw herself into her work and that’s where she’s been ever since. The night she ran into Dallas McCormick she was left feeling like she’d been hit with a ton of bricks. The reclusive man that lived in the mountains was somewhat of a legend. He’d outright insulted her and pissed her off like no one ever has, and yet, her body burned from a desire that she had no idea even existed. Like a magnet, she was pulled to him and she had no idea why. Dallas McCormick was not the man everyone created rumors about. However, there is no denying that there is a dark shadow that looms over him, and it’s one that could very well put Valerie in harms way.
Crazy Beautiful - Complete Series
Author: Lucia Jordan
Publisher: Wild Hearts Romance
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 104
Book Description
Valeri Huntington has her dream—a publicist for one of the top firms on the east coast. Nevertheless, she can’t help but feel like something is missing. A long list of men has been left in her wake because they just can’t seem to measure up or she finds a way to rationalize her way out of anything before it gets too serious. The one relationship she did have ended roughly and left her picking up the pieces up of her heart for months. After that breakup, she vowed to throw herself into her work and that’s where she’s been ever since. The night she ran into Dallas McCormick she was left feeling like she’d been hit with a ton of bricks. The reclusive man that lived in the mountains was somewhat of a legend. He’d outright insulted her and pissed her off like no one ever has, and yet, her body burned from a desire that she had no idea even existed. Like a magnet, she was pulled to him and she had no idea why. Dallas McCormick was not the man everyone created rumors about. However, there is no denying that there is a dark shadow that looms over him, and it’s one that could very well put Valerie in harms way.
Publisher: Wild Hearts Romance
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 104
Book Description
Valeri Huntington has her dream—a publicist for one of the top firms on the east coast. Nevertheless, she can’t help but feel like something is missing. A long list of men has been left in her wake because they just can’t seem to measure up or she finds a way to rationalize her way out of anything before it gets too serious. The one relationship she did have ended roughly and left her picking up the pieces up of her heart for months. After that breakup, she vowed to throw herself into her work and that’s where she’s been ever since. The night she ran into Dallas McCormick she was left feeling like she’d been hit with a ton of bricks. The reclusive man that lived in the mountains was somewhat of a legend. He’d outright insulted her and pissed her off like no one ever has, and yet, her body burned from a desire that she had no idea even existed. Like a magnet, she was pulled to him and she had no idea why. Dallas McCormick was not the man everyone created rumors about. However, there is no denying that there is a dark shadow that looms over him, and it’s one that could very well put Valerie in harms way.
Crazy Beautiful
Author: Jessica Prince
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 288
Book Description
Their marriage was nothing more than a business transaction. Or at least that was what they told themselves.Poppy Weston had been burned enough times by undeserving men to know her heart was best left under lock and key. She was content with her life, even with the lack of romance. Then Jase Hyland walked into Redbud Inn and offered her something she couldn't refuse. In return, all she had to do was marry him.Jase had seen firsthand the kind of damage relationships caused, and he wanted nothing to do with it. He'd been taught from a young age that the only things that should matter to a man were wealth and power. However, all it took was a series of events to lead him down a path he never expected to travel. It was supposed to be simple. No feelings, no emotions, just two friends entering into a mutually beneficial arrangement. He thought he had it all figured out . . . until he went and fell for his wife.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 288
Book Description
Their marriage was nothing more than a business transaction. Or at least that was what they told themselves.Poppy Weston had been burned enough times by undeserving men to know her heart was best left under lock and key. She was content with her life, even with the lack of romance. Then Jase Hyland walked into Redbud Inn and offered her something she couldn't refuse. In return, all she had to do was marry him.Jase had seen firsthand the kind of damage relationships caused, and he wanted nothing to do with it. He'd been taught from a young age that the only things that should matter to a man were wealth and power. However, all it took was a series of events to lead him down a path he never expected to travel. It was supposed to be simple. No feelings, no emotions, just two friends entering into a mutually beneficial arrangement. He thought he had it all figured out . . . until he went and fell for his wife.
Crazy Beautiful
Author: Lauren Baratz-Logsted
Publisher: HarperCollins
ISBN: 0547391617
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 213
Book Description
In an explosion of his own making, Lucius blew his arms off. Now he has hooks. He chose hooks because they were cheaper. He chose hooks because he wouldn’t outgrow them so quickly. He chose hooks so that everyone would know he was different, so he would scare even himself. Then he meets Aurora. The hooks don’t scare her. They don’t keep her away. In fact, they don’t make any difference at all to her. But to Lucius, they mean everything. They remind him of the beast he is inside. Perhaps Aurora is his Beauty, destined to set his soul free from its suffering. Or maybe she’s just a girl who needs love just like he does.
Publisher: HarperCollins
ISBN: 0547391617
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 213
Book Description
In an explosion of his own making, Lucius blew his arms off. Now he has hooks. He chose hooks because they were cheaper. He chose hooks because he wouldn’t outgrow them so quickly. He chose hooks so that everyone would know he was different, so he would scare even himself. Then he meets Aurora. The hooks don’t scare her. They don’t keep her away. In fact, they don’t make any difference at all to her. But to Lucius, they mean everything. They remind him of the beast he is inside. Perhaps Aurora is his Beauty, destined to set his soul free from its suffering. Or maybe she’s just a girl who needs love just like he does.
To Love A McCain: The Complete Series
Author: Keary Taylor
Publisher: Keary Taylor Book, INC
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 930
Book Description
It's easy to fall in love with a McCain, but it isn't always easy to keep one. Four books, the whole family in one set! EVER AFTER DRAKE He’s not complicated--a high school history teacher, just like me. He’s sweet and kind and insanely adorable, and comes from a wonderful family. He is everything I want. The chemistry between us? It’s there in spades. I keep telling myself that I should be feeling really awful and depressed since I just got dumped a few days ago. But I keep getting this ridiculous smile on my face every time Drake is around and it’s kind of hard to keep telling myself that. I’m Kaylee Ray. I believe in fairy tales and happily ever after’s, and maybe the search for Prince Charming is over. MOMENTS OF JULIAN I never expected to see Julian again after a random, hot make out session in the back of my car. But suddenly Julian Dohring is everywhere. And I can’t get over the endless tattoos that cover his arms, how he’s apparently a recovering video game addict, and dresses like he’s ready to walk down the red carpet at any moment. My attitude and pride have always been enough to keep any man from getting too interested. Until Julian…who claims I can’t dance, and has the nerve to call me a “peach.” I’m Sage McCain, and needless to say, Julian has my attention. DEPTHS OF LAKE It was another day at the ranch, training horses and working fifteen hour days. And then the last person I ever expected showed up. Lake McCain: a Marine, tall, ripped—and the best friend of my dead fiancé. Cal died to save Lake, and now Lake claims that he carries a debt to me that he can never repay. Now we work together, spend endless days, side by side, and I can't deny there's something between us. I’m Riley James, and there are depths to Lake—depths to myself—that I don’t think I’ll ever fully understand. PLAYING IT KALE That night, I met someone who changed my life forever. Kale McCain. World-famous model, ladies’ man, not a flaw to him. And the most unexpected thing happened—sparks flew. Everything about Kale is smooth: his attitude, his voice, his body… He is my polar opposite. But somehow, him—me, we work. Then there was the video he made. Us together, me singing, him grinning like I was the sun, moon, and stars. And my simple life exploded. I’m Whitney Ford, and from the second Kale McCain walked into my life, I knew it would never be the same.
Publisher: Keary Taylor Book, INC
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 930
Book Description
It's easy to fall in love with a McCain, but it isn't always easy to keep one. Four books, the whole family in one set! EVER AFTER DRAKE He’s not complicated--a high school history teacher, just like me. He’s sweet and kind and insanely adorable, and comes from a wonderful family. He is everything I want. The chemistry between us? It’s there in spades. I keep telling myself that I should be feeling really awful and depressed since I just got dumped a few days ago. But I keep getting this ridiculous smile on my face every time Drake is around and it’s kind of hard to keep telling myself that. I’m Kaylee Ray. I believe in fairy tales and happily ever after’s, and maybe the search for Prince Charming is over. MOMENTS OF JULIAN I never expected to see Julian again after a random, hot make out session in the back of my car. But suddenly Julian Dohring is everywhere. And I can’t get over the endless tattoos that cover his arms, how he’s apparently a recovering video game addict, and dresses like he’s ready to walk down the red carpet at any moment. My attitude and pride have always been enough to keep any man from getting too interested. Until Julian…who claims I can’t dance, and has the nerve to call me a “peach.” I’m Sage McCain, and needless to say, Julian has my attention. DEPTHS OF LAKE It was another day at the ranch, training horses and working fifteen hour days. And then the last person I ever expected showed up. Lake McCain: a Marine, tall, ripped—and the best friend of my dead fiancé. Cal died to save Lake, and now Lake claims that he carries a debt to me that he can never repay. Now we work together, spend endless days, side by side, and I can't deny there's something between us. I’m Riley James, and there are depths to Lake—depths to myself—that I don’t think I’ll ever fully understand. PLAYING IT KALE That night, I met someone who changed my life forever. Kale McCain. World-famous model, ladies’ man, not a flaw to him. And the most unexpected thing happened—sparks flew. Everything about Kale is smooth: his attitude, his voice, his body… He is my polar opposite. But somehow, him—me, we work. Then there was the video he made. Us together, me singing, him grinning like I was the sun, moon, and stars. And my simple life exploded. I’m Whitney Ford, and from the second Kale McCain walked into my life, I knew it would never be the same.
Triple R Security: The Complete Series
Author: Imogen Wells
Publisher: Imogen Wells
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 946
Book Description
The Triple R Security: The Complete Series THIS BOX SET INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING: Risk; Triple R Security Book 1 Reckless; Triple R Security Book 2 Redemption; Triple R Security Book 3 Risk When Camryn Moore set out to start a new life, she always knew that her past would catch up to her. She thought she had more time before he found her. Before she’d have to face her nightmares, her guilt and her shame. When she receives a message reminding her of why she left, she makes a decision that will change her life forever. What Camryn wasn’t expecting was Ryder ‘Blue’ Hawkins. Blue barrels into her life exuding danger and a darkness that should have her running the other way. Camryn never expected that his kind of darkness would call to her and have her wishing for things she’d given up hope of ever having. Can Camryn take the risk she vowed never to take again? Reckless Jamie One devastating night of betrayal. One attack that left me reeling and reckless. One weekend that changed everything. One person who could rip it all away. But now I’ve let him in, I’ll never let them take what’s mine. Seb One man I vowed never to become. One thing I never thought I’d do. One weekend that changed everything. One person who threatens it all. But now, I’ll never let them take what I’ve waited years to find. Redemption We all have demons that feed off our pain and grief, and we all live with regrets. How we manage those demons determines who we are. Rick "Forgive us our sins" How do you earn redemption for sins that don't deserve forgiveness? For five years, I've lived my life trying to right the wrongs that cost me everything. When my chance finally arose, I thought I was ready... I wasn't Jess "Seek, and ye shall find" How do you survive a life of betrayal and secrets so vast they destroy you? For five years, I've sought the answers to the impossible. When my chance arose, I never believed the answers I've been seeking would be my greatest battle. I thought I was ready... I wasn't. This series contains scenes and themes that some readers may find upsetting and/or offensive. Scenes of explicit sex, violence and profanity. 18+
Publisher: Imogen Wells
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 946
Book Description
The Triple R Security: The Complete Series THIS BOX SET INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING: Risk; Triple R Security Book 1 Reckless; Triple R Security Book 2 Redemption; Triple R Security Book 3 Risk When Camryn Moore set out to start a new life, she always knew that her past would catch up to her. She thought she had more time before he found her. Before she’d have to face her nightmares, her guilt and her shame. When she receives a message reminding her of why she left, she makes a decision that will change her life forever. What Camryn wasn’t expecting was Ryder ‘Blue’ Hawkins. Blue barrels into her life exuding danger and a darkness that should have her running the other way. Camryn never expected that his kind of darkness would call to her and have her wishing for things she’d given up hope of ever having. Can Camryn take the risk she vowed never to take again? Reckless Jamie One devastating night of betrayal. One attack that left me reeling and reckless. One weekend that changed everything. One person who could rip it all away. But now I’ve let him in, I’ll never let them take what’s mine. Seb One man I vowed never to become. One thing I never thought I’d do. One weekend that changed everything. One person who threatens it all. But now, I’ll never let them take what I’ve waited years to find. Redemption We all have demons that feed off our pain and grief, and we all live with regrets. How we manage those demons determines who we are. Rick "Forgive us our sins" How do you earn redemption for sins that don't deserve forgiveness? For five years, I've lived my life trying to right the wrongs that cost me everything. When my chance finally arose, I thought I was ready... I wasn't Jess "Seek, and ye shall find" How do you survive a life of betrayal and secrets so vast they destroy you? For five years, I've sought the answers to the impossible. When my chance arose, I never believed the answers I've been seeking would be my greatest battle. I thought I was ready... I wasn't. This series contains scenes and themes that some readers may find upsetting and/or offensive. Scenes of explicit sex, violence and profanity. 18+
Shadow Academy: The Complete Series
Author: Kat Cotton
Publisher: Kat Cotton
ISBN:
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 640
Book Description
Shadow Academy has many secrets… and I’m one of them. Plucked from foster care and offered a scholarship to an elite school, I figured I had it made. But it didn’t take me long to discover how this school worked. Scholarship kids at the bottom of the heap, and way at the top, Ren Worthington. With his breath-taking good looks and bottomless pits of family money, you’d think he’d have better things to do than bully us poor kids. Not so. Ren and the other human students live their lives unaware of the creatures lurking in the dark. But us scholarship kids weren’t selected just for our academic skills. We’re all half-bloods and freaks - fae, witch, shifter, demon. In return for our free ride, we protect the rich brats from paranormal dangers. I don’t want to get close to Ren, I don’t want to work with him and I sure don't want to succumb to his charms, but I have no choice. Things aren’t what they seem on the surface. Our families have a history that goes way back and the connection between us might just be the thing to save or destroy me. Shadow Academy has many secrets… and maybe Ren is one of them.
Publisher: Kat Cotton
ISBN:
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 640
Book Description
Shadow Academy has many secrets… and I’m one of them. Plucked from foster care and offered a scholarship to an elite school, I figured I had it made. But it didn’t take me long to discover how this school worked. Scholarship kids at the bottom of the heap, and way at the top, Ren Worthington. With his breath-taking good looks and bottomless pits of family money, you’d think he’d have better things to do than bully us poor kids. Not so. Ren and the other human students live their lives unaware of the creatures lurking in the dark. But us scholarship kids weren’t selected just for our academic skills. We’re all half-bloods and freaks - fae, witch, shifter, demon. In return for our free ride, we protect the rich brats from paranormal dangers. I don’t want to get close to Ren, I don’t want to work with him and I sure don't want to succumb to his charms, but I have no choice. Things aren’t what they seem on the surface. Our families have a history that goes way back and the connection between us might just be the thing to save or destroy me. Shadow Academy has many secrets… and maybe Ren is one of them.
Maybe This Time Series Box Set
Author: Jolie Moore
Publisher: Moore Digital Media Inc
ISBN: 1644140985
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 1132
Book Description
The nights are hotter in Los Angeles From Jolie Moore, the author of crazy, beautiful love stories come hot and sexy romances that will take you on an emotional roller coaster ride which are sure to make your toes curl and give you all the feels. This box set features: MAYBE BABY (Book 1) Divorced and done with her dry spell, Holly Prentice is ready to get back in the game. At six years her junior, Nick Andreis is a perfect stand in for Mr. Right as Mr. Right Now. Will Holly’s unexpected pregnancy change the rules of the game? Or can they both decide to play for keeps? MAYBE HIM (Book 2) There are only two things Sophie Reid doesn’t do: lawyers and sex. When sexy lawyer Ryan Becker waltzes into her life, he persuades her to pursue their attraction. But a Hollywood union strikes and Ryan and Sophie find themselves on opposite sides of the bargaining table. Can their sparks in the bedroom overcome their standoff in the boardroom? MAYBE AGAIN (Book 3) After he married Jessie Morales, Cameron Becker made a solemn vow: Once mine, always mine. Years later, Cameron still holds fast to this belief, even though he and Jessie are legally separated. When a natural disaster brings them together, Cam is poised to get his wife back. But will Jessie choose family and career over love a second time? MAYBE NOW (Book 4) Globetrotting cartoonist Zoe Andreis comes to Los Angeles to help her father recover from a serious medical scare. When she meets bus driver Max Kiss she is forced rethink the meaning of home. MAYBE YOU (Book 5) The virgin movie star, the contractor who can’t resist her, and the explosive secrets that could destroy their relationship before it gets started.
Publisher: Moore Digital Media Inc
ISBN: 1644140985
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 1132
Book Description
The nights are hotter in Los Angeles From Jolie Moore, the author of crazy, beautiful love stories come hot and sexy romances that will take you on an emotional roller coaster ride which are sure to make your toes curl and give you all the feels. This box set features: MAYBE BABY (Book 1) Divorced and done with her dry spell, Holly Prentice is ready to get back in the game. At six years her junior, Nick Andreis is a perfect stand in for Mr. Right as Mr. Right Now. Will Holly’s unexpected pregnancy change the rules of the game? Or can they both decide to play for keeps? MAYBE HIM (Book 2) There are only two things Sophie Reid doesn’t do: lawyers and sex. When sexy lawyer Ryan Becker waltzes into her life, he persuades her to pursue their attraction. But a Hollywood union strikes and Ryan and Sophie find themselves on opposite sides of the bargaining table. Can their sparks in the bedroom overcome their standoff in the boardroom? MAYBE AGAIN (Book 3) After he married Jessie Morales, Cameron Becker made a solemn vow: Once mine, always mine. Years later, Cameron still holds fast to this belief, even though he and Jessie are legally separated. When a natural disaster brings them together, Cam is poised to get his wife back. But will Jessie choose family and career over love a second time? MAYBE NOW (Book 4) Globetrotting cartoonist Zoe Andreis comes to Los Angeles to help her father recover from a serious medical scare. When she meets bus driver Max Kiss she is forced rethink the meaning of home. MAYBE YOU (Book 5) The virgin movie star, the contractor who can’t resist her, and the explosive secrets that could destroy their relationship before it gets started.
Chicago War: The Complete Series
Author: Bethany-Kris
Publisher: Bethany-Kris
ISBN: 1988197163
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 1496
Book Description
The war began with the death of one person and would end with the killing of many more. Four families paint Chicago red as greed, hatred, secrets, and loyalties divide them to opposite ends of the city. But in the midst of the fighting and bloodshed, there are those who struggle between love and famiglia. They are the most dangerous of all. They have everything to lose. And no one will see them coming. Chicago War: The Complete Series features the full-length novels, Deathless & Divided, Reckless & Ruined, Scarless & Sacred, and Breathless & Bloodstained.
Publisher: Bethany-Kris
ISBN: 1988197163
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 1496
Book Description
The war began with the death of one person and would end with the killing of many more. Four families paint Chicago red as greed, hatred, secrets, and loyalties divide them to opposite ends of the city. But in the midst of the fighting and bloodshed, there are those who struggle between love and famiglia. They are the most dangerous of all. They have everything to lose. And no one will see them coming. Chicago War: The Complete Series features the full-length novels, Deathless & Divided, Reckless & Ruined, Scarless & Sacred, and Breathless & Bloodstained.
Summer Unplugged: The Complete Series
Author: Amy Sparling
Publisher: Amy Sparling
ISBN:
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 861
Book Description
Over 150,000 copies sold! "This is one of those books that grabs your attention in the first few words and sucks you in!!" -Reviewer "Jace's actions prove that he's a gentleman who will do anything for the girl he loves!" - Reviewer "This was a really good book. It seems like this book understands what some teens are going through. This is a must read. You don't even have to be a teen to read it! 5 stars!!" - Reviewer This is the complete 10 book collection of the best selling Summer Unplugged Series. A Young Adult/teen Romance. If you love small town romance, summer love, first love, and books with a happy ending, you'll love Summer Unplugged! Bayleigh is addicted to her cell phone and her mom has had enough. After catching her sending a less than lady-like photo to a boy who barely knows her, Bayleigh's mom sends her away to her grandparent's house for the summer--sans cell phone, laptop and iPod. Bayleigh thinks the summer will be torture without social media...that is until she meets the boy next door. Includes ALL of these books: Part 1 - Summer Unplugged Part 2 - Autumn Unlocked Part 3 - Winter Untold Part 4 - Spring Unleashed Part 5 - The Beginning of Forever - A full length novel Part 6 - Autumn Adventure Part 7 - Winter Wonderful Part 8 - The Girl with my Heart (a novel from Jace's point of view) Part 9 - Autumn Awakening Part 10 - Winter Whirlwind ~Also available in audio book, narrated by Disney channel actress Cheryl Texiera!!~ Don't miss the spin-off series: The Summer Series Summer Alone Summer Together Summer Apart Summer Forever Jett’s Series Believe in Me Believe in Us Believe in Forever Believe in Love Believe in Summer Believe in Fall Believe in Winter Believe in Spring Believe in Forever Don't miss this teen romance today! Note, some of the content may not be suitable for younger readers. Contains language and sexually suggestive situations.
Publisher: Amy Sparling
ISBN:
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 861
Book Description
Over 150,000 copies sold! "This is one of those books that grabs your attention in the first few words and sucks you in!!" -Reviewer "Jace's actions prove that he's a gentleman who will do anything for the girl he loves!" - Reviewer "This was a really good book. It seems like this book understands what some teens are going through. This is a must read. You don't even have to be a teen to read it! 5 stars!!" - Reviewer This is the complete 10 book collection of the best selling Summer Unplugged Series. A Young Adult/teen Romance. If you love small town romance, summer love, first love, and books with a happy ending, you'll love Summer Unplugged! Bayleigh is addicted to her cell phone and her mom has had enough. After catching her sending a less than lady-like photo to a boy who barely knows her, Bayleigh's mom sends her away to her grandparent's house for the summer--sans cell phone, laptop and iPod. Bayleigh thinks the summer will be torture without social media...that is until she meets the boy next door. Includes ALL of these books: Part 1 - Summer Unplugged Part 2 - Autumn Unlocked Part 3 - Winter Untold Part 4 - Spring Unleashed Part 5 - The Beginning of Forever - A full length novel Part 6 - Autumn Adventure Part 7 - Winter Wonderful Part 8 - The Girl with my Heart (a novel from Jace's point of view) Part 9 - Autumn Awakening Part 10 - Winter Whirlwind ~Also available in audio book, narrated by Disney channel actress Cheryl Texiera!!~ Don't miss the spin-off series: The Summer Series Summer Alone Summer Together Summer Apart Summer Forever Jett’s Series Believe in Me Believe in Us Believe in Forever Believe in Love Believe in Summer Believe in Fall Believe in Winter Believe in Spring Believe in Forever Don't miss this teen romance today! Note, some of the content may not be suitable for younger readers. Contains language and sexually suggestive situations.
Crazy Messy Beautiful
Author: Carrie Arcos
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0399175539
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 322
Book Description
From National Book Award finalist Carrie Arcos--a fresh take on happily ever after, and friendship, that is anything but a love story. When your namesake is Pablo Neruda—the greatest love poet of all time—finding “the one” should be easy. After all, sixteen-year-old aspiring artist Neruda Diaz has been in love many times before. So it’s only a matter of time before someone loves him back. Callie could be that someone. She’s creative and edgy, and nothing like the girls Neruda typically falls for, so when a school assignment brings them together, he is pleasantly surprised to learn they have a lot in common. With his true love in reach and his artistic ambitions on track, everything is finally coming together. But as Neruda begins to fall faster and harder than ever before, he is blindsided by the complicated nature of love—and art—in more ways than one. And when the relationships he’s looked to for guidance threaten to implode, Neruda must confront the reality that love is crazier, messier, and more beautiful than he ever realized—and riskier, too, than simply saying the words. Praise for Crazy Messy Beautiful: "This satisfying and unconventional love story explores the various meanings of the word." --Kirkus Reviews "Arcos has written a classic story of a budding artist finding out the reality behind the artifice, and does sowhile keeping a wonderful sense of humor." --Booklist "Arcos capably probes the mysterious without attempting to solve it as Neruda discovers the difference between crushing on someone he doesn’t know and loving someone he does, learning that friendship, too, is a kind of love." --Publishers Weekly "With readily relatable characters who, nonetheless, surprise readers as they tackle life’s many challenges and gifts, Crazy Messy Beautiful . . . explores the complexities of human emotions, aspirations, creativity, and relationships. This eminently readable book will appeal to male and female readers alike." --VOYA "The thematic thread of love as work between flawed people is woven through both language and situations, its subtlety affording different readings; romantics like Neruda will empathize with his frustration and failures, while more pragmatic readers may feel wryly superior and even slightly amused at the ways his heightened expectations butt up against modern high school life and characters."--BCCB
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0399175539
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 322
Book Description
From National Book Award finalist Carrie Arcos--a fresh take on happily ever after, and friendship, that is anything but a love story. When your namesake is Pablo Neruda—the greatest love poet of all time—finding “the one” should be easy. After all, sixteen-year-old aspiring artist Neruda Diaz has been in love many times before. So it’s only a matter of time before someone loves him back. Callie could be that someone. She’s creative and edgy, and nothing like the girls Neruda typically falls for, so when a school assignment brings them together, he is pleasantly surprised to learn they have a lot in common. With his true love in reach and his artistic ambitions on track, everything is finally coming together. But as Neruda begins to fall faster and harder than ever before, he is blindsided by the complicated nature of love—and art—in more ways than one. And when the relationships he’s looked to for guidance threaten to implode, Neruda must confront the reality that love is crazier, messier, and more beautiful than he ever realized—and riskier, too, than simply saying the words. Praise for Crazy Messy Beautiful: "This satisfying and unconventional love story explores the various meanings of the word." --Kirkus Reviews "Arcos has written a classic story of a budding artist finding out the reality behind the artifice, and does sowhile keeping a wonderful sense of humor." --Booklist "Arcos capably probes the mysterious without attempting to solve it as Neruda discovers the difference between crushing on someone he doesn’t know and loving someone he does, learning that friendship, too, is a kind of love." --Publishers Weekly "With readily relatable characters who, nonetheless, surprise readers as they tackle life’s many challenges and gifts, Crazy Messy Beautiful . . . explores the complexities of human emotions, aspirations, creativity, and relationships. This eminently readable book will appeal to male and female readers alike." --VOYA "The thematic thread of love as work between flawed people is woven through both language and situations, its subtlety affording different readings; romantics like Neruda will empathize with his frustration and failures, while more pragmatic readers may feel wryly superior and even slightly amused at the ways his heightened expectations butt up against modern high school life and characters."--BCCB