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What I've Done
by
Jen Naumann (Goodreads Author)
Seventeen-year-old Lily Rossow is used to taking care of her burnout mother and 6-year-old sister Rose. But when her mother’s attempt to move the family to California only months before graduation goes horribly wrong, Lily faces the challenges of making a life for her and her sister in a new town while hoping her complicated past doesn’t find her. Things take an unexpected...more
Kindle Edition, 303 pages
Published
March 2nd 2012
by At or With Me Publishing
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Okay so it's definitely safe to say that I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I liked everything about Lilly (except those horrible alias names-really Barbie?-but I get it). As the main character you could not ask for anything better-she has her faults but she also has lots of courage and loves her "family". This book was a great mesh of fiction and fantasy-I think it was impotant for the readers to understand the dier situation that Lilly and Rose were in, and that the "fantasy" part kind of takes t...more
I was really enjoying this story right up until the paranormal part kicks in, (which surprisingly doesn't happen until quite late in the book.) Personally I would have preferred it without. Still - its an interesting enough read. Give it a go yourself and see if you agree with me or not.
Lily Rossow sure doesn't have a picture perfect life. In fact it's very far from it. Her father passed away some years ago and her mother is so far removed from providing the love and care that Lily and her sister Rose need. Lily and Rose have been part of and witnessed some pretty horrible things in their lives. Out of the blue one day their mother informs them that they are leaving their home and moving to California. But things don't go so well on the trip and Lily and Rose's life becomes muc...more
What I've Done by Jen Naumann was an entertaining read. 17 year old Lily, the main character, went from having a beautiful childhood to a horrible teenage life.
After her father dies, she loses her mother to sorrow and drugs and ends up being in charge of her little sister. She's had to grow up quite quickly and was put in spots to make BIG decisions that will either save them or put them in more danger. Not only does she have to worry about being separated from her sister if they are placed in...more
After her father dies, she loses her mother to sorrow and drugs and ends up being in charge of her little sister. She's had to grow up quite quickly and was put in spots to make BIG decisions that will either save them or put them in more danger. Not only does she have to worry about being separated from her sister if they are placed in...more
I tried. What normally takes an hour or two has taken days and still haven't reached the ending. I just can't get into it. Oddly enough, can't pin point why that is. Eli's a hottie. Lily seems like a main I could like. Gabe's a hottie as well. I just can't muster up any emotion for the group. Even the kid, the 6 yr old orphan that should make anyone sniffle and go awww as she melts your heart and I'm sitting here going "eh... wonder what's on tv..."
Don't ask me to explain it. I don't know what i...more
Don't ask me to explain it. I don't know what i...more
I loved this book. And not so much because of the paranormal aspect to it, but the underlying story and struggles brought up. Showing what is the result of drug use and not just to the user but all parties involved. Attempted suicides and how you might not know it but you are a vital piece of life to someone else. Heart ache and where that can lead. Negative influences that might not seem bad at the time but can turn into a fireball of a monster later when you're not thinking for yourself. Conse...more
Just got this in the mail today (won on goodreads first reads)-Thanks Jen....I am super excited to get started on it!
I literally devoured this book in one sitting!! I was enraptured with the characters,there were times that I literally cried and then my heart was full of joy for Lily.
Lily's love and perseverance for her sister was heartbreaking and very heartwarming.
I was surprised with the twists that explained some of the characters true motives and the fight that
Lily had to overcome in her self.But the twists made me more enamored with this story.
I highly recommend this book! Keep a eye on this author,she h...more
Lily's love and perseverance for her sister was heartbreaking and very heartwarming.
I was surprised with the twists that explained some of the characters true motives and the fight that
Lily had to overcome in her self.But the twists made me more enamored with this story.
I highly recommend this book! Keep a eye on this author,she h...more
"What Ive Done" by Jen Naumann was by far the best book I have read in quite sometime, even better than the Hunger Games Trilogy! The story line was superb; is very comprehendable, and an easy read. I could not wait to turn the page to see what was going to happen next. I found myself trying to read with one eye open some nights while fighting to not fall asleep~~ I just COULDN'T put it down. From tragedies to love stories, this book got my emotions flowing! Definitely recommend this to all read...more
This was a gripping hard to put down read until about 60% of the way through when it went completely off the rails into the abyss of paranormal nonsense. Honestly had I known this was a paranormal book I would not have bothered with it, noting in the blurb made me think so.
It was not even that well done, the whole Dark vs Light angel thing was never explained in any way, we are told repeatedly that being a dark angel didn't mean you were evil, but of course the dark angel was evil, and when th...more
It was not even that well done, the whole Dark vs Light angel thing was never explained in any way, we are told repeatedly that being a dark angel didn't mean you were evil, but of course the dark angel was evil, and when th...more
Amazing book! The author has such a wonderful way of pulling you into the characters and how they are feeling. The bonds of sisterly love are so evident and so strong in this book.....it took me back to when I was younger and taking care of my younger sisters. It is a must read! Loved it! Loved it! Loved it!
This book was amazing. I couldn't put it down. My heart was in my throat the whole time, wonder what will happen next. I love Eli, but Gabe sounded pretty hot too. It's a battle of good vs evil you'll never forget. I can't say too much without giving away all the surprise. Just trust me this is a must read!!!
I read this book in a day and a half and I really enjoyed it. Each chapter left me wanting more and I need there to be a series do I tweeted the author and requested that she continue this story. Will be reading more of her books for sure.
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I love this book. From the beginning I was hooked. I wasn't expecting the paranormal twist at all but it got me even more hooked. The ending left me hanging and I'm going crazy. Is there going to be another book?
This is not my 'normal reading genre' and I was a little out of my comfort zone when I started to read it, but I thoroughly enjoyed the book. It pulled me in, and I kept turning the pages! Good Read!
This book.....it was good but I still find myself not being interested in paranormal types. It was a quick read and a happy ending but I just didn't feel there was much depth to the story.
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LOVED this book!! Couldn't put this book down! Read it all in one night! Gotta love a book when you cannot predict the ending!
We fell in love with tis story from the first page. The writer does an an amazing job drawing you in. It's a must read. We are so happy it was recommended to us by fellow author.
It was ok. Lily's feelings were all over the place so I didn't really care for her as a main character.
Freaking adorable. I love this book can't wait for the second!! There is going to be a second right!?!
This was amazing book with new twist to paranormal genre. I really enjoyed the realist nature to the characters and events in this book. I highly recommend this book !!!!
P.s. Great Author and can't wait to read any new books from her !!!
P.s. Great Author and can't wait to read any new books from her !!!
Had a surprising twist I was not expecting. loved it and was an easy read.
Great book =} I really enjoyed this book. The beging of the book was a little to close to home, but by the middle I couldn't put the book down. I really just had to find out who she was going to be with.
My heart went out to Lily. She never got to be a kid.
Her dad died young and her mother failed to cope with the loss, leaving her daughters to fend for themselves.
I didn't know this was a paranormal story when I started reading it. But I caught on early enough. A beach scene tipped me off and I knew where it was headed.
This was an easy read. I found myself wanting to work in a surf shop and live in California. The sunny, easy-going setting was vibrantly described.
A lovely story. I'm team Gabe t...more
Her dad died young and her mother failed to cope with the loss, leaving her daughters to fend for themselves.
I didn't know this was a paranormal story when I started reading it. But I caught on early enough. A beach scene tipped me off and I knew where it was headed.
This was an easy read. I found myself wanting to work in a surf shop and live in California. The sunny, easy-going setting was vibrantly described.
A lovely story. I'm team Gabe t...more
Dec 28, 2012
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Jen grew up during a magical time in which Ghostbusters, Star Wars, E.T. and The Goonies were the biggest blockbusters. Her love of sci-fi exploded over time, eventually growing into a career of writing YA fiction with a paranormal flair. When not sitting at her Mac, she can be found at concerts and movies, hanging with friends, chilling at her lake home, taking pictures, working on graphic design...more
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“As I was escorted outside by the officers, my friends looked back at me with blank expressions. I don’t think they knew what to say to me. I had lied to them about my home life. They had always been there for me and probably would have understood if I had told them the truth from the start, but it was too late. All the lies I had told them about having a perfect family had been shattered by that one incident.”
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