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Callum & Harper (Sleepless #1)

by Fisher Amelie (Goodreads Author)

4.03 of 5 stars 4.03 · rating details · 6,925 ratings · 731 reviews

Life sucks for orphans Callum Tate and Harper Bailey.

Kicked out of their foster homes because they suffer the 'eighteen disease' with nothing but a hundred dollar check from the government and a pat on the back, they're forced to rely on a system that failed them miserably.

So they sit. They sit inside Social Services, waiting for their social workers to call their names...more

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Published December 24th 2011 (first published December 22nd 2011)

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Jan 03, 2012 Shelly Crane rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: best-books

Wow. Expect me to rave and gush about Fisher and all of her awesomeness!

First line from the book:
"I was sitting next to one of the most beautiful girls I’d ever seen in my entire life. She was so intriguing, I could actually feel the sweat dripping down the back of my neck at the effort it was taking to keep from staring at her."

How can you not want to pick up this book after that!?

This book....ah. I can't even begin to describe it. The pace and flow were perfect. It was so hard to put down. It...more Wow. Expect me to rave and gush about Fisher and all of her awesomeness!

First line from the book:
"I was sitting next to one of the most beautiful girls I’d ever seen in my entire life. She was so intriguing, I could actually feel the sweat dripping down the back of my neck at the effort it was taking to keep from staring at her."

How can you not want to pick up this book after that!?

This book....ah. I can't even begin to describe it. The pace and flow were perfect. It was so hard to put down. It was one of the sweetest books I've ever read in my life! It was also one of the saddest, gut-wrenching books ever. But that part of it was from circumstances around and happening to the characters, not the characters stupidity or messing up things.

Callum & Harper were utterly real, adorable, sweet, feisty, caring, and two people I want to get to know for real. I want to invite them to Christmas dinner and kick some ace for them and tell everyone who keeps pushing them around to screw off! I loved them both to the point of giddyness, which is seriously rare for me. Callum was sweet and caring for everyone but super protective; my three favorite qualities in a yummy guy.

The reason they danced around each other the whole book was the most heartbreaking of all. They'd been kicked to the curb by everyone their whole life, so why risk it with the one person, literally, in the whole world that loves you and needs you just as much as you need them? I totally got it and Fisher totally worked it to just the right amount.

And when they finally did get together?? HOLY SMOKES!!! Fireworks.

If you enjoy love stories, stories that tug that artery in your chest, stories that bring light to human situations, stories that show that love really is all that matters in the now and in the end, I would definitely recommend this clean, fresh, inspiring book to you.

My favorite line in the book is from Callum :"Each time you sit next to me on the train, warm and folded into me, I have to force my hands to stay buckled at my side, to keep from seizing you. When we study on the sofa, your feet in my lap, it’s everything in me not to drag your body onto mine and kiss you senseless. Every time I’ve placed my lips on your neck, I’ve imagined guiding those lips up your soft skin until they reach your mouth and owning that mouth with my own, possessing you with my tongue, Harper."

Go ahead. Fan yourself if needed! And then go and download this book, pronto!

5 solid, giddy inducing, cry my eyes out, smile like a fool and then want to slap a douche-bag named John, stars from me (less)

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Sep 25, 2012 Samia Ruponti rated it 1 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: romance, young-adult

I apologize to everyone who has given this book glorious reviews. I haven't any other book written by Ms. Amelie. I want to say that a lot of people loved this book, so maybe it's me who has the problem. For me, the book was, um, kind of boring(for the first page). No offense to emotional guys, but Callum sounded too much like a girl to me. I loved his optimism very much though. Harper was a typical girl too, trusting,sweet and pretty.

Now, spoiler's begin! The opening scene, where Callum felt he...more I apologize to everyone who has given this book glorious reviews. I haven't any other book written by Ms. Amelie. I want to say that a lot of people loved this book, so maybe it's me who has the problem. For me, the book was, um, kind of boring(for the first page). No offense to emotional guys, but Callum sounded too much like a girl to me. I loved his optimism very much though. Harper was a typical girl too, trusting,sweet and pretty.

Now, spoiler's begin! The opening scene, where Callum felt he was connecting with Harper, well, didn't feel connecting to me. I'll admit that I have put down this book a lot of time, even started and finished reading another book(which I never do)! The book picked up after Callum and Harper's marriage, and I thought, finally, something's happening.

Well,my glee didn't last very long. I wanted to tear callum's hair out and tell him,"for god's sake, tell her you love her! You're married and she is obviously interested! have you ever heard of signs?" But I also understood Callum's unwillingness to trust.

But the most frustrating thing was the John bell thing. It felt like I was watching "Criminal Minds" and a very bad episode of that. The whole stalker thing annoyed me a lot.

I was also annoyed by Callum's denseness. When Harper told him that she can't live without him, he still didn't understand that she was in love with him? What, boy, signs??ever heard of 'em??"

This book had some very good moments, and the writing was really good too! But for me, the annoyance far outweighed the pleasure.
I'm really sorry to put a review like this, but I just didn't get what the plot summery promised.

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I want to add for the people out there that I completely forgot to add one part : THE CHARACTERS HAVE NO CHEMISTRY!!! Don't think even for a moment that any chemistry, physics or ~~biology~~ ever came up between the characters (actually, come to think about it, some biology did came up! they kissed....and...umm....had sex, maybe? so biology excused! :P)(less)

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Jul 29, 2012 Kristen marked it as did-not-finish

Shelves: young-adult, friends-to-lovers

Did Not Finish. Read 25%

I have nothing against this book per se other than it's a little too young adultish for my tastes. While I liked the hero and heroine, the hero's voice came across, at times, more feminine than masculine. For me, that was a little disconcerting. With that said, if you're a fan of the young-adult genre this book will probably work for you.

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Aug 20, 2012 Glass rated it 3 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: realistic-fiction, 2011, romance

So... I expected one of those "hard" readings that leaves you with bitternes, broken heart, tears in the eyes and healty dose of the angst against the system. But, no. This is not that book. Callum and Harper is "true american fairy tale" - it's a sweet, naive story, you might even enjoy it. (Young girls will love it for sure!)Author has a talent when it comes to the art of written word, she knows how to crate the atmosphere and subtly express emotions. Only thing she needs to learn is that some...more

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Mar 06, 2012 Tough Critic Book Reviews rated it 4 of 5 stars · review of another edition

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A tall drink of WOW with a slice of awesome-cake. Callum & Harper is one you definitely need to move to the top of your TBR pile. Like right now!!! Seriously, I'll wait...

Where was I? Oh yes Callum & Harper. To be honest, I didn't like the book at first. WHAT!?!? Yup, I thought the relationship was happening too quick. The whole instant attraction, I love you, your the one eventhough we just met is not my style. I really thought that wa...more Reviewed at http://toughcriticbookreviews.blogspo...

A tall drink of WOW with a slice of awesome-cake. Callum & Harper is one you definitely need to move to the top of your TBR pile. Like right now!!! Seriously, I'll wait...

Where was I? Oh yes Callum & Harper. To be honest, I didn't like the book at first. WHAT!?!? Yup, I thought the relationship was happening too quick. The whole instant attraction, I love you, your the one eventhough we just met is not my style. I really thought that was the direction Fisher Amelie was going here, but I was wrong. Big, fat jump to conclusiony (new word) WRONG! Since you're able to see both of their POV's, you do experience their instant attraction in kind of a love at first sight sort of way, but they don't jump into bed together or profess their undying love. They actually become friends first and stay that way allowing true love to actually develop.

Callum is definitely Harper's knight in shining goodwill armor. From the second he meets her, his whole existence is dedicated to taking care of Harper, being there for her in every possibly way. They endure so much together. Seriously, these two could not catch a break. They were beaten beyond recognition by the misfortune stick! I kept expecting one of them to fall in a manhole (fun word) or have a piano drop out of the sky, but no matter what happened they got through it together.

Now I'm going to jump on my soap box for just a second. Maybe not actually jump on it, but sit for a bit. Some reviewers are doing a little ranting about the fact that it's so unbelievable for these two to be in love, live together, and never confess those feelings or do the deed. Anyone who has ever had a best guy friend whom you've loved and eventually became in love with knows that it's totally and completely possible. You love someone so much that the insane fear of losing them by expressing your feelings keeps things hidden safely inside. You love them too much to risk losing them. How many couples do you know that where best friends for many years before dating or taking the next step. Hmmmmmm? I rest my case.

I loved so much about this book, inparticularly the mixing of genres. I was reading along enjoying this great contemporary romance when all of the sudden the book jumped up and yelled, "Surprise!! I'm also a suspense/thriller." I admit that sometimes the plot did get a little too far out there, but it's fiction so its suppose to push the limits of realism. I also loved the alternating POV's which alot of authors can't pull off. In fact, I crown Fisher Amelie queen of the alternating POV except you don't get a crown; okay maybe a metaphorical one :-)

I adore the romance in this book. Having the love of your life repeatedly come to your rescue never gets old. That scene towards the end when she just gets out of you know where and Callum had to help her with you know what; I died!! That scene melted my heart. It was so tender, romantic, and hell I'm going to have to go get a thesaurus because I've run out of words. Just go read it!!! Thank me later :-)

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Mar 25, 2013 Carla rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: favorite-books

Ohmygod I can't. UGHH! All these feelings. I can't calm down. Here goes my review: (contains spoilers. Don't read the review if you haven't read the book yet. It will kill you, I swear.)

I love the book! I loved how they love each other even if they haven't known each other for so long. I love how they both can't admit it to one another. I love how they take care of each other.

Most of the time, I seriously wanted to scream "I knew it!". Like when a man tripped over her bag. I knew at once that he...more

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Dec 30, 2012 Obsessive Compulsive Reader rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: favorites, irrevocably-in-lov, wish-you-were-real, deserves-to-be-made-into-a-movie, madly-in-tears

Words are not enough for me to describe how this story left me feeling in the end. I didnt expect to love this story as much as I do now. The way Harper needs Callum, and the way Callum needs her to need him is so sweet… I felt my heart break a little with each page. But,in that“Oh my GOD, I’m dying because this is so sweet…” way. This LOVE right here is what life is about. It's about taking leap of faith and being patient. It's about standing by one another in a loyal friendship, never letting...more

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May 28, 2012 Aestas Book Blog rated it 4 of 5 stars · review of another edition

4 stars (actually somewhere between 4 and 4.5 stars lol)

“One day, you and I are gonna’ wake up and be alright. Maybe not today, maybe not tomorrow but one day. One day. I promise you.” - Callum

Callum and Harper grew up in the foster care system and meet in a social services office after suffering from turning 18 yrs old. They are instantly attracted to each other but develop a friendship instead of a romantic relationship because they are each too scared of losing the other. And Harper is ha...more 4 stars (actually somewhere between 4 and 4.5 stars lol)

“One day, you and I are gonna’ wake up and be alright. Maybe not today, maybe not tomorrow but one day. One day. I promise you.” - Callum

Callum and Harper grew up in the foster care system and meet in a social services office after suffering from turning 18 yrs old. They are instantly attracted to each other but develop a friendship instead of a romantic relationship because they are each too scared of losing the other. And Harper is haunted by a creepy psycho guy from her past who will stop at nothing to get to her. Pretty much everything goes wrong for them but they persevere through everything and never give up on each other or life.

Callum and Harper are adorable together. I loved watching their friendship develop. Callum is so wonderfully protective of her - right from pretty much the first moment he met her. I loved his always positive, can-do, nothing will bring us down, we'll get through anything together attitude - it was totally endearing :)

“I loved her so much I could barely see straight. I wanted her so much I could barely breathe straight. I needed her so much I could barely think straight.” ~Callum

The book is written in alternating POVs (literally, like within one chapter, it'll go from his to her POV several times) but its not in the least bit confusing and is actually quite nice because it really helps you get into each of their head.

I've read several books about kids in the foster system and its quite horrible but this book does a very good job at really showing just how damaged many kids who come out of that system can be and how flawed it is. Makes me want to take them all in even though I know I can't. Its quite heartbreaking :(

The things that bugged me were that I felt it took C&H much too long to admit their love for each other. There were times when I really wanted to grab them and shake them and beg them to just admit their feelings out loud despite how cute their friendship was. They came so close sooooo many times lol but were always interrupted... and also, just on a personal level, I'm not super fond of psycho evil creepy bad guys having that much luck getting to one of the main characters.

But all in all it was a wonderful read and the HEA is very cute :)

Also, while this book isn't what I'd call a YA book, there are no graphic sex scenes. Its more about their feelings for each other.(less)

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Feb 23, 2012 Kilikina rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: favorites, swoon-worthy, love-love-love

This book....wow. I have never read a book that was as real or raw as this one.

Callum and Harper are the most deserving characters I've read about in a long time, if not ever. The relationship between Callum and Harper made my heart ache. They are the definition of the perfect couple. Literally. Their love wasn't an insta-love or something fake- it was so real and so full of passion. I want to have a relationship like theirs. And that's something I've never said about any other couple before.

B...more

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Jul 21, 2012 A. rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: favorites, new-adult

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BARCELONA, PLEASE DON'T GO

Callum & Harper is a story of two lost souls find solace in each other in a world where the only people they could count on were themselves. The novel follows these two kindred spirits struggling to make ends meet but always find a safe harbor in each other when they were dumped by the foster system for their "eighteen disease". You watch them go through trial after trial; searching for a bed for the night, long hour shifts, love, heartbreak, friendship, reg...more . . . .

BARCELONA, PLEASE DON'T GO

Callum & Harper is a story of two lost souls find solace in each other in a world where the only people they could count on were themselves. The novel follows these two kindred spirits struggling to make ends meet but always find a safe harbor in each other when they were dumped by the foster system for their "eighteen disease". You watch them go through trial after trial; searching for a bed for the night, long hour shifts, love, heartbreak, friendship, regret, guilt..

Callum Tate is so honorable, kind, generous, and breathtakingly the most genuine guy you'd ever (wish) to come across. He's had so many hardships in his life but he never let it make him cynical or jaded but gave him more of a reason to cherish the good things that come his way. Such as Harper. Harper is one strong chick. She's had just as many obstacles in her life as Callum and it changed her as well but not in the same way. She's tough, takes things as they come and whilst she gets scared just like any other young woman would, she deals with it in her own way and pushes forward. Callum and Harper are a match made in heaven. You know from the first page the magnetism they have towards each other and it's just a feel of what's to come in the book. But I admit there were some times in the book I wanted to throw a tantrum over those two refusing to tell the other they were in love with them. Grr!

Let me tell you, if you're looking for some sweet summer beach read about a naive chick falling for the exchange student douche, you are seriously in the wrong place. Callum & Harper gruelingly exposes what some unfortunate orphans the system has failed have gone through. As well as the later chapters about their struggle for survival in a completely different sense. But what I think one of the main points the book was trying to put out was that life was too fucking short to live on regrets and what ifs; like never taking opportunities, never looking for love or friendship, .... never telling the person you love how you feel about them before it's too late. (hint hint). Basically this book will make you bawl like a colicky babe. I highly suggest reading it private so your parents don't walk in catching you blubbering like a whale and subtly suggest therapy over dinner. But it's still one of my favorite books so I recommend it to all sappy romance readers out there! :)

BUY IT! YOU WON'T BE DISAPPOINTED.
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Jul 17, 2012 Camille rated it 1 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: new-adult-romance, could-not-finish

Wow. I couldn't even get through the Amazon sample of this. The writing is god-awful. Fisher cannot decide -- in the middle of sentences, of paragraphs, of pages, of speech, of inner monologues -- whether she wants to write in the past tense or in present tense. The two simplest tenses, really. I mean, we're not talking anything complicated like say, oooh, past perfect. I shudder to think of how this 'writer' would have handled that task.

Seriously people, I am all for self-publishing. I champio...more

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Jan 01, 2012 Dani rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

4.5/5 stars

Now eighteen and no longer a viable meal ticket for her current foster family, Harper Bailey finds herself suddenly homeless and uncertain of what her future holds. Callum Tate, also a product of the system, is no stranger to fending for himself on the harsh streets of New York City. When he and Harper meet by chance at their social workers’ office after they both being told they have nowhere to go, Callum determines to look after this girl who tugs on his heartstrings, kick-starting...more 4.5/5 stars

Now eighteen and no longer a viable meal ticket for her current foster family, Harper Bailey finds herself suddenly homeless and uncertain of what her future holds. Callum Tate, also a product of the system, is no stranger to fending for himself on the harsh streets of New York City. When he and Harper meet by chance at their social workers’ office after they both being told they have nowhere to go, Callum determines to look after this girl who tugs on his heartstrings, kick-starting a friendship and a love that gives them both courage and a home. But will they have the courage to admit how ridiculously head-over-heels in love they are with each other?

Whew. This novel is intense. Callum & Harper’s story completely sucked me right in and held me captive until their story came to an end. These two characters are just so likeable and believable that I couldn’t help falling in love with them through their struggles and through their victories. Both Callum & Harper matriculated from the school of hard knocks, both afraid to invest emotionally in others, both afraid their feelings won’t be reciprocated in kind. Yet they recognize in each other a kindred soul – someone who can empathize with and understand the emotional trauma and loss of youthful innocence that mark their own experiences. The connection they begin to form, starts a little bit quickly for my personal preference, but I can appreciate their attachment in light of their respective backgrounds. And while I don’t necessarily believe in love at first sight, I think that people can form connections to each other rather quickly – that one soul can recognize a like soul. And both Callum & Harper are wonderful souls.

The romance that begins to develop between Callum & Harper is the real draw of this novel. While the time line for how their relationship progresses is the teensiest bit on the unbelievable side, it is one that builds at a lovely simmer and just begs you to keep turning the page. Fisher does a wonderful job with the pacing and creating a consistently building intensity, both romantic and otherwise, throughout this novel right to its explosive ending.

Harper Bailey. She’s endearing, and it’s easy to see why Callum is drawn to her. She’s mouthy, tough and a little rebellious, but at the same time those rougher qualities are balanced by a wonderful vulnerability and a compassion for others. Being given up by a mother who was too strung out to care for her and having been passed around to foster home after foster home, Harper’s careful not to let people in emotionally. Getting too attached to someone only means heartache when they eventually leave you. She’s a girl who’s lived a tough life before her chance encounter with Callum, and while it doesn’t necessarily get any easier after meeting him, she now has someone with whom to weather life’s storms. Callum is different. He understands.

While Callum’s experiences differ somewhat, his life has also been no picnic. However, from an early age Callum determines from an early age to make something of himself, to define his own worth. So he buries himself in the pursuit of academic excellence, hoping that his efforts will result in college acceptance and a scholarship. Callum’s charm is in his confidence, in his never-ending resourcefulness, in his loyalty and his overall “it’s-going-to-be-ok” attitude. His protectiveness of Harper is incredibly endearing and I love his maturity. But more than anything I love that Callum refuses to be a victim of his circumstance.

As a sidenote, shamefully, I’ve never given much thought to what happens to those kids who make it through the system unclaimed – those kids who survive to adulthood parentless and friendless. I mean I’ve been surrounded by those who’ve been adopted throughout my life, members of my family and friends with huge hearts, who’ve adopted or cared for foster children. So it’s not like I’m removed from the issue, I’ve just never been exposed to the reality of these adults, who are little more than kids, who suddenly find themselves all alone in the world. So thank you Fisher, for making me more aware.

Overall, with heart-wrenching twists and turns and spine-tingling romance, Fisher Amelie has created a heartwarming story of love, perseverance, hope and the people we make family.(less)

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Jan 10, 2012 Melanie rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Fisher Amelie has done it again! I even love that she has a (shameless) plug for her book The Understorey carefully tucked within the pages of Callum & Harper. This woman knows how to write a love story and how to capture the nuances of relationships between people, romantic or otherwise. Plus, she knows how to showcase that meeting your true love eclipses everything you've ever felt for anyone else and it's worth fighting for. From the moment I started reading, I could not stop until I was...more Fisher Amelie has done it again! I even love that she has a (shameless) plug for her book The Understorey carefully tucked within the pages of Callum & Harper. This woman knows how to write a love story and how to capture the nuances of relationships between people, romantic or otherwise. Plus, she knows how to showcase that meeting your true love eclipses everything you've ever felt for anyone else and it's worth fighting for. From the moment I started reading, I could not stop until I was finished. Also, you may want to keep tissue handy, there are definite tear jerking moments. Of course, it is not all happy. There are also some real horrors lurking in this book. There are things I could never imagine actually happening to someone and if it were to happen, I can't imagine that person would survive. Emotionally, physically, etc. It's not just the love and happy things that Fisher Amelie captures but the bad also. (PS, she has great taste in music. If you want a good playlist, pay attention to the songs brought up in her books and on her Facebook fan page. Seriously.)

Growing up, I had a friend named Callum. His mom chose the name because it means "Dove" and in her spirituality, the dove is pure but ultimately stands for patience and love. She always said her baby boy was her spiritual regeneration and gave her a new start in life. In the end, the Callum in this story gives Harper a new lease on life and a new reason to really live. By meeting Callum, Harper experiences love as she never has before. His friends become her friends and ultimately, they stand by the couple as a family.

The story itself is just amazing because the relationship just feels real. Yes, there are aspects to their relationship that may not seem realistic to certain readers but you have to look at the big picture. Two kids who are desperate for company and fighting to survive are going to go to lengths that a "normal" person might not have to consider. I think that their unique situation gives them the ability to grow up, mature, and really fall in love. They also fight like hell for each other and endure some scary situations.

I want a Callum and Harper in my real life. I also really want a Cherry and Charlie. I even feel the need to have Tie Dye Tom in my closet. You know, in case I have an emergency flower situation.(less)

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Jul 19, 2012 Nicki rated it 4 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: ya, favorites

Okay, I see a lot of mixed reviews for this one so I felt it neccessary to add my own opinion.

First, lets talk about things that could have been fixed. Grammar. There were so many grammatical errors in this book I sometimes wondered if anyone proof read it at all. Also, as pointed out to me in other reviews, the tense kept switching! While each character was narrating they kept bouncing back and forth between present and past tense! I know some may find these mistakes completely unforgivable bu...more Okay, I see a lot of mixed reviews for this one so I felt it neccessary to add my own opinion.

First, lets talk about things that could have been fixed. Grammar. There were so many grammatical errors in this book I sometimes wondered if anyone proof read it at all. Also, as pointed out to me in other reviews, the tense kept switching! While each character was narrating they kept bouncing back and forth between present and past tense! I know some may find these mistakes completely unforgivable but apparently I'm not a purist and when I get into a book, I tend to make it flow correctly in my head.

Now, for the good. I couldn't put this book down! I read this book in about a day and was so disappointed when the story ended! The premise for this story was actually really compelling to me. Harper has been stomped on by the world and just can't seem to catch a break. Orphaned and bounced around the foster care system, she has had to grow up fast. Her tough exterior over shadows her almost unnaturally trusting good heart. Product of the foster system, she finds herself on the streets.

Enter Callum Tate. Callum (in love with this name, btw) is street smart and goal oriented. He may have had bad cards dealt to him, but he is determined to make something of himself. Callum has been on the streets a long time and has learned the in's and out's of surviving. He takes Harper under his wing and vows to take care of her. He introduces her to the art of getting-by and makes her a part of his odd-ball, artsy, psuedo family.

I loved the instant connection of Callum and Harper. I was immediatly caught up in their attraction and found myself voicing audible frustration at their almost moments. And let me tell you, these poor kids couldn't catch a break! At every turn the cruel world was trying to pull them down! When Harper's past comes back to haunt her, the story takes a suspensful turn that culminates in heart break and tears.

This is the classic story of two kids against the cold, harsh world. If you are able to move past the grammar and tense issues, this is a emotional and moving story to be enjoyed!(less)

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Jul 17, 2012 Siman rated it 1 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: ya-contemp, ya, bad-waste-of-time-regret, romance-love

Disturbing, disgusting, sappy and cliché.

This novel was not at all what I’d expected; I’d expected gut-wrenching romance and emotional honesty not some normal teen-angsty novel with loads of drama.

All the bad things that happened should make the reader feel sad and sorry for the characters instead I just felt disgusted. I was never drawn into the story but kept reading anyway and wasting my time.

Callum and Harper were both extremely flat characters: beautiful and handsome but without much subs...more

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Oct 18, 2012 Eunice rated it 3 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: contemporary, cool-covers, damn-gorgeous-males, death-tragedy-suicide, favourites, i-cried-over, multiple-pov, new-adult, realistic-fiction, young-adult, ya-romance

3.5 stars

I really enjoyed this book especially Callum and Harper's journey in finding a new life together. It was actually very sweet and touching and fascinating to read. I followed eagerly the journey of these two and how they worked and found ways to live from scratch after being thrown by their foster family after turning their legal age. I was glad that even though they were complete stranger when they first met I was able to see the connection between the two right away and it didn't feel...more

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Feb 20, 2012 Jen rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: emotional-heart-pounding, friends-to-lovers, realistic-problems, new-adult, absolute-favourites, part-of-a-series

This book was so frustratingly lovable. As soon as I was introduced to Callum and Harper I immediately loved them both. As the story progressed I admired their determination, courage and how they never gave up even though they had so many reasons to. They were both their own strength and also their weakness in a good way and I was screaming in my head sometimes because I wanted them to stop being so stubborn and just tell the other they were in love with them. Towards the end I shed a few tears...more

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Jul 18, 2012 Zaara - thebookfreak rated it 4 of 5 stars · review of another edition

I loved this book. Thanks to my friend Kilikinas review, I couldn't wait to read Callum and Harper. I did have high expectations and yes, it was nothing like I thought it would be, but it was still awsome and really nice to read.I LOVED Callum and Harper, their story was so beautiful and sad. Callum and Harper are now officialy on my favorite couple list now. I recommend this book to everyone, so.. believe me when I say, this book it definitely worth reading!

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Jan 31, 2012 Kay rated it 4 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: 2012-reads, young-adult, contemporary, new-adult

Callum and Harper just can not catch a break. Just when you think their lives are going well, something happens to mess it up. The lack of communication of their feelings had me annoyed. But these two are perfect for each other. Their loyalty is undying. Everything ends well with the both of them but it is a tough journey before they get there.

"One day, you and I are gonna wake up and be alright. Maybe not today, maybe not tomorrow but one day. One day. I promise you." - Callum

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Nov 09, 2012 Savannah (Books With Bite) rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

This is one helluva story. This LOVE right here is what life is about. It's about taking leap of faith and being patient. It's about standing by one another in a loyal friendship, never letting the other fall down. And when they do, you take turns holding each other up. THAT is LOVE!

So why did Callum & Harper hooked me to the core? Because it's REAL! Let me tell you that their life is NOT painted pretty. The struggle with what meal will they eat next? Where will they sleep? How to finish the...more

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Jan 29, 2012 Tammara added it

Enjoyable, unique storyline, told in alternating POVs. Callum and Harper have lived somewhat parallel lives - growing up in the foster system and finding themselves ejected from it at age 18, when the state no longer pays their individual foster parents for their care. They first spot each other at the social services office, and it's attraction at first sight. When they discover they're heading to the same shelter to try to get a bed for the night, Callum makes a moves and offers Harper a ride...more

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May 29, 2012 Julia rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: young-adult, contemporary-ya, favorites, must-own

Callum's parents died when he was four, and he's been in foster care ever since. Now he's 18, no home, no family, and no stability in his life. That is, until he meets Harper. Harper, given up by her drug addicted mother when she was born has been tossed between foster homes seeing every horror, but none as bad as John Bell. She too is 18, and no longer getting the benefits from the government, her foster family has thrown her out.

But now, when Callum and Harper find each other sitting in the so...more

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Mar 07, 2012 Sharon rated it 4 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: young-adult, 2011-december-release

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When Callum Tate and Harper Bailey meet at the social services offices waiting on their respective fates, their lives are about to become intertwined. Since they have both turned 18 years old, they are forced to rely on the system after spending their lives in foster care; now their thoughts are on what their futures hold.

Homeless and with no room at the local shelter, Harper accepts Callum’s help; they literally become inseparable, she mee...more More of my reviews @ www.obsessionwithbooks.blogspot.com

When Callum Tate and Harper Bailey meet at the social services offices waiting on their respective fates, their lives are about to become intertwined. Since they have both turned 18 years old, they are forced to rely on the system after spending their lives in foster care; now their thoughts are on what their futures hold.

Homeless and with no room at the local shelter, Harper accepts Callum’s help; they literally become inseparable, she meets his friends, he shows her where to find fast paying jobs, he tries to keep a roof over both of their heads and he shows her that she does have a future if she could only believe in herself.

What an amazing couple! The attraction between Callum & Harper was instantaneous; they both shared a painful past and were lacking in trust but they had come to rely on one another to get by, they had their ups and downs and I thought many times ‘how much back luck can two people have’ but they got by with the support of their friends and each other.

Callum & Harper was a beautiful romantic story, they didn’t rush in and declare their love for one another, it took a lot of time; they were the best of friends, supported and had come to rely on one another, it was gushingly sweet and adorable. Despite this, there was a misunderstanding between them that certainly could have been sorted a lot sooner but why they didn’t reveal their feelings was certainly understandable considering both of their pasts.

The John Bell storyline was creepy; his obsession with Harper had me feeling squeamish and what he did to her was despicable.

The secondary characters were each fleshed out well, I especially loved Charlie and Cherry; it would be amazing to have them as best friends.

I literally stayed up until all hours to finish Callum & Harper, they were two characters who held my interest and kept me rooting for a happy ending. I adored Fisher Amelie’s crisp, detailed writing style, it kept me riveted and the pacing was spot on.

All in all, Colorful descriptions and very real and believable characters will have you glued to the pages right from the beginning. Callum & Harper is a must read!
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Jun 07, 2012 Charlotte rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

I really enjoyed this, although the attempt to get both Callum's and Harper's voices perfect wasn't quite right, simply because it didn't seem realistic to me. They said "good gosh" or "good gracious" or "bless my soul I am so tired!' and for me this did not seem to fit the characters at all, and yes they were young, but I'm sure most people around their age don't say that. I don't know really, I'm rambling, but it just didn't click with me.

Also, the amounts of money they got from certain jobs l...more

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Jan 27, 2012 Nancy rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

She's done it again! This author is amazing. I first got hooked on her Leaving series, and have been continually impressed ever since. Callum & Harper was no exception.

Two lost souls in dire straits find each other in the nick of time in this touching tale of self-discovery and survival. Callum, a wonderfully sweet and somewhat self-conscious orphan, will win your heart within five lines--guaranteed. Harper, a tough girl with only survival on her mind, will amaze, frustrate and endear herse...more

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Oct 10, 2012 Laurynne From {CBL Reviews / Book Tours / Digest Magazine} rated it 4 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: 4-stars

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Cullum & Harper is a wonderful read, jammed packed with emotions and delightfully sweet. In fact this book made me realize and thank God for all the blessing I have all around me.

It was such a beautiful book that captured me deeply and now has a home deep in my heart.

Two Orphans, each with their own sad tale of how they grew up and survived face more challenges than two humans beings should ever endure in one lifetime. I cried and...more

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Jun 06, 2012 Erin rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: books-on-kindle, romance-contemporary, amazon-lendable-books

I really, really liked this book! What can I say about the main characters, Callumn & Harper...

Callum, seemed like an easy going kind of guy, took things/life day by day and tried to look at his situation in a positive way.
Harper, she tended to look at things/life negatively & lacked the self-confidence.

When these two meet, it was instantaneous, head over heels for each-other. Love at first sight, kind of love, but they didn't know that. Started off as a friendship, but grew from there....more

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May 31, 2012 Gitte - TotallyBookedBlog rated it 4 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: read-in-2012

Amazing - Devastating - Heartbreaking - Tragic - Dramatic - Frustrating

I am speechless!!!

I started this book and had NO CLUE what I was in for. No way was I prepared for how this book would affect me. A complete shocker of emotional torture kind of book. My first by this author but definitely not my last!!!

I laughed and *sighed*...but mostly I cried, I shouted and nearly threw my kindle at the wall in frustration and annoyance at times!!!

Callum & Harper are the most lovable and well written...more

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Jan 15, 2012 Katrina rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: top-10

Oh. My. God. One of the most amazing books I've ever read in my entire life. It literally has me speechless. Why did I not read this sooner!? This was one of the most heart warming, gut wrenching, and mind blowing stories I've ever read. I cried, I yelled, I laughed, and I prayed throughout this entire story. Callum & Harper just might be the two most deserving characters I've ever encountered. They remind you what real humanity is. the way they love each other is unlike any other romance ou...more

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Oct 10, 2012 Namis rated it 4 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: awesome-protagonists, cannot-put-down, love-the-cover, love-the-title, good-young-adult, romance, wtf-omg-twists, read-in-2012

The story is of Callum and Harper, alternating in both their POV's. They are homeless after being kicked out by their foster parents and meet each other by chance at a social services. They decide to stick together and end up becoming best friends and helping each other with accomodation and jobs and so on. I thought I had this book thought out until John was introduced in the second quarter, and the plot picked up.

This book kept me up reading until 3am last night, so you can assume I loved it!...more The story is of Callum and Harper, alternating in both their POV's. They are homeless after being kicked out by their foster parents and meet each other by chance at a social services. They decide to stick together and end up becoming best friends and helping each other with accomodation and jobs and so on. I thought I had this book thought out until John was introduced in the second quarter, and the plot picked up.

This book kept me up reading until 3am last night, so you can assume I loved it! It wasn’t what I expected at all.

Thoughts and observations while reading:

1. Is it just me or did Callum sound like a girl at times? Especially during the first few chapters, he was downright cringe-worthy.

2. Is it unrealistic for people to have that many continuous problems? Maybe not. It’s just that I was going ‘seriously? Again? Give the kids a break!’ at some points. I was so happy for them whenever something good happened (e.g. saving $5000 for an apartment, going to college, getting married!) only for it to be very sadistically snatched away.

3. IT WAS SO FRUSTRATING that they loved each other so much yet took two freaking years to get together. All those misunderstandings, flirting, secret longing, angst - ARAAFDAGFGFHSDF!! It made me want to throw the book (or technically my iPod touch, through which I was reading the eBook) out the window.

4. Was that John character meant to be good looking? I wouldn't know, as I kept imagining him as a mixture of Nicholas Cage and a psychotic clown.

5. It wouldn't have hurt if the book was shorter - there were too many incidents with John. You think C and H are safe, and everything's over, but bam kazam fireman sam, John's back and even weirder.

6. On a brighter note, I loved how spontaneous this book was, but not in a totally random way (*cough Twilight cough*) and how brave and hard-working Callum and Harper were.

I would've given this book a five, if the plot was tightened up and written better. There were many grammatical mistakes and it was too cheesy sometimes.

p.s. I gave 'Please Don't Go' by the Barcelonas a listen, and it's so beautiful! (less)

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