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Dismantling Evan
Life is unstable...
…What will be the trigger to dismantle it?
When high school senior Evangeline "Evan" Phillips moves half way across the country with her parents to a quaint town in Texas, it should be a chance to start over.
It should be.
Typical of Evan, she doesn’t share her parents’ optimism. Always the loner, she is prepared to hide behind work at the school newspaper until graduation. That is the seemingly bulletproof plan until she meets her new neighbors, Gavin and Brody Ferguson.
The more Evan gets to know her neighbors, their band of friends, and frenemies, the more unsettling her new high school and community gets in Braxton Springs, Texas.
As Evan unwittingly digs deeper into the lives of those around her, her own skeletons begin to surface leaving her vulnerable and scrambling to keep her own sanity and reputation. Will Evan be able to get control over her spiraling secrets while discovering friendship and love for the first time?
Or will the issues and pressures of life as a band of not-so-average teens in a very typical high school become too much, resulting in the tragic dismantlement of an entire community and Evan herself?
Dismantling Evan is a fresh and edgy work of literary fiction that snapshots how life as a teen in modern society can be unstable and the social issues and pressures revolving around them can tip the fleeting stability of society over the edge.
…What will be the trigger to dismantle it?
When high school senior Evangeline "Evan" Phillips moves half way across the country with her parents to a quaint town in Texas, it should be a chance to start over.
It should be.
Typical of Evan, she doesn’t share her parents’ optimism. Always the loner, she is prepared to hide behind work at the school newspaper until graduation. That is the seemingly bulletproof plan until she meets her new neighbors, Gavin and Brody Ferguson.
The more Evan gets to know her neighbors, their band of friends, and frenemies, the more unsettling her new high school and community gets in Braxton Springs, Texas.
As Evan unwittingly digs deeper into the lives of those around her, her own skeletons begin to surface leaving her vulnerable and scrambling to keep her own sanity and reputation. Will Evan be able to get control over her spiraling secrets while discovering friendship and love for the first time?
Or will the issues and pressures of life as a band of not-so-average teens in a very typical high school become too much, resulting in the tragic dismantlement of an entire community and Evan herself?
Dismantling Evan is a fresh and edgy work of literary fiction that snapshots how life as a teen in modern society can be unstable and the social issues and pressures revolving around them can tip the fleeting stability of society over the edge.
426 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 11, 2015
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Venessa Kimball
18 books347 followersAt the age of five, Venessa Kimball began writing books made of scrap paper and bound with colorful yarn. The worlds she created were about beautiful unicorns and heroines.
In 2012, Venessa published her first novel as a career author. She’s currently independently published.
Venessa is the best-selling author of eight novels. Her books fall into the categories of adult romantic suspense and science fiction/ urban fantasy thriller, as well as psychological/ horror thriller. Venessa has also published a Young Adult coming of age series for her teen readers.
When Venessa’s not plotting a new novel or writing, she’s spending quality time with her family and three dogs in Austin, Texas.
In 2012, Venessa published her first novel as a career author. She’s currently independently published.
Venessa is the best-selling author of eight novels. Her books fall into the categories of adult romantic suspense and science fiction/ urban fantasy thriller, as well as psychological/ horror thriller. Venessa has also published a Young Adult coming of age series for her teen readers.
When Venessa’s not plotting a new novel or writing, she’s spending quality time with her family and three dogs in Austin, Texas.
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December 3, 2014
Wow! Wow! Wow! First of all I want to thank Venessa Kimball for Asking me to be one of her beta readers for Dismantling Evan. When she asked me I knew that there was no way I could say no especially after reading her Piercing the Fold series.
Dismantling Evan was so much more than what I was prepared for. I knew going in what the story would be about and that Venessa had done copious amounts of research for the book so I thought I knew what I was getting into. I was wrong. The amount of time, research and thought that went into making this book what it is is unbelievable to say the least.
I was able to very easily relate to several of the characters in the story, Evan, Lia, Brody and even Celine. You never quite know what hardships or traumas someone is really going through in their lives. This book opens your eyes and minds to the lives of teenagers, even adults if you open your mind wide enough, the high school/everyday societal social caste and what is really going on while still holding true to a fictional story. Really all I can say is that you must read Dismantling Evan for yourself and you be the judge.
Dismantling Evan was so much more than what I was prepared for. I knew going in what the story would be about and that Venessa had done copious amounts of research for the book so I thought I knew what I was getting into. I was wrong. The amount of time, research and thought that went into making this book what it is is unbelievable to say the least.
I was able to very easily relate to several of the characters in the story, Evan, Lia, Brody and even Celine. You never quite know what hardships or traumas someone is really going through in their lives. This book opens your eyes and minds to the lives of teenagers, even adults if you open your mind wide enough, the high school/everyday societal social caste and what is really going on while still holding true to a fictional story. Really all I can say is that you must read Dismantling Evan for yourself and you be the judge.
January 14, 2015
Dismantling Evan transcends the typical Young Adult genre, diving deep into the emotional realm of mental illness. The leading character is a young woman on the cusp of understanding that there is more to her moodiness than just hormones. Evangeline Phillips suffers a breakdown, one that appears typical for a teen under pressure, but there is more to her break than she knows.
Gavin Ferguson was born into life with issues that would forever dictate how his life, and those of his family will be lived. His mental health has required a litany of pharmaceuticals to develop and maintain a fine balance for him. Unfortunately life is not fair and the Ferguson family must make critical decisions that change how Gavin perceives the world.
Braxton Springs is where two worlds collide, as Evan moves in next door to the Ferguson family. Her family is looking for a fresh start for her, and to put the past year behind them. Alas, parents will always effect the future of their children even if they think the past can remain hidden. High school tells all, remembers all, and shares all.
As an adult who once walked in the same shoes that Evan did, I am impressed that Ms. Kimball so adeptly captured the emotional turmoil that is the beginning of Bipolar Disorder. The various treatments, the moods, the side effects, the ups and downs, the mania and the lows, are all shown in a clear format. Through fiction she is teaching about a very real problem that many never see. Even more refuse to accept. Evan is in the early stages of her illness, and seeing through her eyes we are given a unique view into Gavin's world.
What makes Dismantling Evan so powerful is the cast of core characters that come together to help each other, through a level of protection. The kids, Brody, Nikki, Ash, and Lia surround Gavin in a circle of loving support. They welcome Evan into that special circle, because they recognize a spark of familiarity within her.
Without these characters, the story would not be the same. I think the romance is dynamic as it comes to be naturally, not in a rushed manner. I fell in love with Brody and Evan, and Ash. I wanted to hug Lia and Gavin, and want Nikki for my best friend.
Sure, there are the typical issues of being a teen in high school. The cliques are there. the bullying is present, and the pressure of staying above water with schoolwork hold strong as key plot points. Around these points are the dynamics of people interacting - adults with adults, adults with teens, teens with teens, and teens with adults. Communication becomes the pivotal specter that haunts everyone as the world dismantles around them. I find only minor issues with the story and they are really personal concerns, not viable reasons to say there is something wrong. reality check this is a spectacular tale being told. Research was done, the author took time to embrace her subject matter. We are not looking at a frivolous fluff piece to say "stop being a bully". We are seeing a masterpiece on mental health and the youth of today.
I highly recommend that this book be brought into every school library for middle grades and high school. I suggest that therapists and psychiatrists have a copy on hand to share with teens and parents facing the beginning stages of Bipolar.
Ms. Kimball opened a door, and bared the room for all to see the gritty reality of mental health. Kudos for her bravery.
Gavin Ferguson was born into life with issues that would forever dictate how his life, and those of his family will be lived. His mental health has required a litany of pharmaceuticals to develop and maintain a fine balance for him. Unfortunately life is not fair and the Ferguson family must make critical decisions that change how Gavin perceives the world.
Braxton Springs is where two worlds collide, as Evan moves in next door to the Ferguson family. Her family is looking for a fresh start for her, and to put the past year behind them. Alas, parents will always effect the future of their children even if they think the past can remain hidden. High school tells all, remembers all, and shares all.
As an adult who once walked in the same shoes that Evan did, I am impressed that Ms. Kimball so adeptly captured the emotional turmoil that is the beginning of Bipolar Disorder. The various treatments, the moods, the side effects, the ups and downs, the mania and the lows, are all shown in a clear format. Through fiction she is teaching about a very real problem that many never see. Even more refuse to accept. Evan is in the early stages of her illness, and seeing through her eyes we are given a unique view into Gavin's world.
What makes Dismantling Evan so powerful is the cast of core characters that come together to help each other, through a level of protection. The kids, Brody, Nikki, Ash, and Lia surround Gavin in a circle of loving support. They welcome Evan into that special circle, because they recognize a spark of familiarity within her.
Without these characters, the story would not be the same. I think the romance is dynamic as it comes to be naturally, not in a rushed manner. I fell in love with Brody and Evan, and Ash. I wanted to hug Lia and Gavin, and want Nikki for my best friend.
Sure, there are the typical issues of being a teen in high school. The cliques are there. the bullying is present, and the pressure of staying above water with schoolwork hold strong as key plot points. Around these points are the dynamics of people interacting - adults with adults, adults with teens, teens with teens, and teens with adults. Communication becomes the pivotal specter that haunts everyone as the world dismantles around them. I find only minor issues with the story and they are really personal concerns, not viable reasons to say there is something wrong. reality check this is a spectacular tale being told. Research was done, the author took time to embrace her subject matter. We are not looking at a frivolous fluff piece to say "stop being a bully". We are seeing a masterpiece on mental health and the youth of today.
I highly recommend that this book be brought into every school library for middle grades and high school. I suggest that therapists and psychiatrists have a copy on hand to share with teens and parents facing the beginning stages of Bipolar.
Ms. Kimball opened a door, and bared the room for all to see the gritty reality of mental health. Kudos for her bravery.
December 2, 2014
I was really excited when I first heard about this book! It sounded amazing, and I love this author's Piercing the Fold series, so I couldn't wait to read this book and see if I enjoyed it just as much as that series! I was then asked by the author if I would like to beta read this book, which I said yes to without even thinking about it! This book really surprised me! It was kinda different to what I was expecting it to be, but I enjoyed the way it went and what happened in it! It dealt with a lot of things that I hadn't read about before in a book, so that was interesting! The plot was great and dealt with medical conditions like bipolar, depression, seizures and some other conditions, which I learned more things about from this book! This book really showed how much pressure someone with bipolar and depression can feel under and how much it affects them in everyday life too! There were also a few twist and turns in the plot too that added a lot to this book's development! Overall, I really enjoyed the plot and the direction it went in! The characters were awesome! Evan was the main character, and my heart just went out to her in this book! She was passed from doctor to doctor, and then psychiatrist to psychiatrist, so I could understand why she was the way she was in this book! Her head was all over the place, but as this book developed, Evan was able to try to start to come to terms with her medical conditions, and by the end, she had accepted that they were a part of her! It also helped that her love interest accepted her, flaws and all! This helped Evan develop a lot as a character in this book! Brody was the love interest of Evan in this book, and he was seriously brooding, but seriously hot! I loved Brody! My heart went out to him too though because of his family situation! He had a lot on his plate, but he never complained once! Brody also had some serious amount of love for his brother, Gavin! I could see that he would do anything to protect Gavin and make sure that nobody bothered him! This made me love Brody even more! It showed me the kind of guy he was! He was also seriously cute with Evan! There were several secondary characters in this book as well, and they added a lot to the plot! I loved most of them, especially Nikki and Asher, but there were also some horrible characters in this book, but again, they added a lot to the plot as well! This book was also mainly written from Evan's point of view, but at the end of some chapters, there were diary entries from Gavin's diary! I loved this added extra! It really helped me connect more with Gavin and it was interesting to get a glimpse inside his head! I can completely understand why this book is a standalone! The plot was ended nicely and there was a big scene that I wasn't expecting! It added a lot to the plot! The cover for this book is perfect for it! It actually makes more sense to you after you've read the book! You see the significance of it! Big thank you to Venessa for asking me to beta read Dismantling Evan!
January 17, 2015
This review was originally posted on BookCrushin
Spoiler-Free Review:
[book rating=3.5/5.0]
Dismantling Evan is an intense book. It was emotional and could be a little bit a of a trigger with the bullying and mental illness issues the book delves into. But Dismantling Evan is a very important book! It is real, raw and it really made you feel for the characters.
The book started slow for me as I just couldn't relate to the teens and their emotional recklessness, but it beat me down and then I just had to know what was going to happen. The character development was definitely the strong point, as I eventually felt for Evan and just wanted her to come out on top. Teen life can be cruel, then again so can life in general. Sometimes, it's just harder to deal and recover when you haven't lived long enough to have those skills to cope and move on.
One of the most poignant themes of the novel was mental illness and how our society deals with it. Evan basically is moved from her hometown where everyone knew about her breakdown. Her parents think that letting her have a fresh start would be beneficial for her and for themselves. One thing that rang so true was that as a society we don't want to talk about mental illness, we are ashamed of it and we try to hide it from others. Her parents kind of wanted to put their daughter's issues in the past and hoped a drastic move might make all the difference in all of their lives. Sometimes, I felt her parents were being selfish, sometimes I felt Evan was. This book just shuffled my feelings all over the place.
The other theme is bullying...and we as the readers got to experience the affects. It was heart wrenching. It also helped develop the heartfelt and sweet relationships between Evan and the side characters.
I want to say so many things, but the story needs to be read with an open mind and I don't want to influence another readers perceptions. Know this, Dismantling Evan will take you on an emotional journey and you should have some tissues on the ready. Everyone should read this story, young adults and adults alike as it will expose you to real life issues.
I did have a few issues, that kept this from being a solid 4-star read. Mainly, it was long, probably could have used a little bit more editing to cut some repetitiveness and have the story flow a little better. Please do not let this deter you from reading as this story and this ending was worth it!
I received an eARC in exchange for an honest review.
Spoiler-Free Review:
[book rating=3.5/5.0]
Dismantling Evan is an intense book. It was emotional and could be a little bit a of a trigger with the bullying and mental illness issues the book delves into. But Dismantling Evan is a very important book! It is real, raw and it really made you feel for the characters.
The book started slow for me as I just couldn't relate to the teens and their emotional recklessness, but it beat me down and then I just had to know what was going to happen. The character development was definitely the strong point, as I eventually felt for Evan and just wanted her to come out on top. Teen life can be cruel, then again so can life in general. Sometimes, it's just harder to deal and recover when you haven't lived long enough to have those skills to cope and move on.
One of the most poignant themes of the novel was mental illness and how our society deals with it. Evan basically is moved from her hometown where everyone knew about her breakdown. Her parents think that letting her have a fresh start would be beneficial for her and for themselves. One thing that rang so true was that as a society we don't want to talk about mental illness, we are ashamed of it and we try to hide it from others. Her parents kind of wanted to put their daughter's issues in the past and hoped a drastic move might make all the difference in all of their lives. Sometimes, I felt her parents were being selfish, sometimes I felt Evan was. This book just shuffled my feelings all over the place.
The other theme is bullying...and we as the readers got to experience the affects. It was heart wrenching. It also helped develop the heartfelt and sweet relationships between Evan and the side characters.
I want to say so many things, but the story needs to be read with an open mind and I don't want to influence another readers perceptions. Know this, Dismantling Evan will take you on an emotional journey and you should have some tissues on the ready. Everyone should read this story, young adults and adults alike as it will expose you to real life issues.
I did have a few issues, that kept this from being a solid 4-star read. Mainly, it was long, probably could have used a little bit more editing to cut some repetitiveness and have the story flow a little better. Please do not let this deter you from reading as this story and this ending was worth it!
I received an eARC in exchange for an honest review.
February 1, 2015
Mental illness among teens is an important topic and this book handled it perfectly. The author expertly tells the story of a teen girl, Evan, who goes through the ups and downs of her mental illness. Along the way, her story intertwines with the story of a neighbor, Gavin, who also has a mental illness. Evan connects with him in a way most people can't. Through her friendships with Gavin and her other friends, she learns about the problems of living in a small town with a social caste system that started when the parents were in high school. Evan and her friends become victims of the cruelty of the elite families of the town. What happens in the end causes the town to "dismantle" like Evan and Gavin. This book had me laughing and crying, happy, sad and mad. I would definitely recommend it to teens and adults! I have purchased a copy to donate to my public library and recommended it for my son's middle school library. Thank you, Venessa Kimball, for shedding light on this topic!
January 13, 2015
This story was very heartfelt. Defiantly stirred pasted feelings within me. I loved the idea that Evan found someone that was worse off than her. Gavin's mental problems made hers seem so petty. But yet she totally connected with him. Brody understood Evan before she understood herself. She was shocked he knew. Evan was left in the dark of her own family secrets. Gavin was my favorite character of this story. He was so misunderstood. Stuck inside his own head, he was trying to fit in and make friends. Trouble finds him. AND OMG!!! The best ending EVER! I bawled my eyes out..... Yes!! I recommend this book :)
January 13, 2015
Wonderful book as always from Venessa Kimball. There are unexpected twists and turns in this story about a small neighborhood in Central Texas.
The story centers around Evangeline 'Evan' Phillips and how everyone reacts to a secret, her mental illness of being bipolar, she has yet to reveal. She meets people who have been around someone who has medical disorders similar to her own plus more.
This story shows that you never know people until you truly show them all your vulnerabilities. Also, it shows not to judge people from past experiences.
The story centers around Evangeline 'Evan' Phillips and how everyone reacts to a secret, her mental illness of being bipolar, she has yet to reveal. She meets people who have been around someone who has medical disorders similar to her own plus more.
This story shows that you never know people until you truly show them all your vulnerabilities. Also, it shows not to judge people from past experiences.
January 25, 2015
5 Stars|Amazon|Goodreads This novel was fantastic. I can honestly say it was Venessa's best work yet. If you were a fan of her first series, you definitely want to jump into this one. It has the same fantastic character development as them, as well as a fantastic story line.
This novel tackled some areas in the medical world that aren't always done justice by authors. I felt that Venessa really did them their due justice. Sometimes the topics covered in this novel, bi-polar, depression, and other medical conditions, can be a hard read. This novel really does take you a journey and give you a great glimpse into those areas in an honest way. The plot line really kept me rolling and the characters were really engaging.
I adored how the story evolved. It was very much like watching a movie, and it was the kind that you didn't want o turn away from. You had to know where it was going.
Evan's story is about self acceptance and love. All the different types of love, from loving oneself to truly loving another. It was a beautiful thing watch unfold. With the twists that I loved from Venessa before and the supporting secondary character, this novel really shaped up to be a world you could fall in love with.
This si a fantastic read for anyone who loves a novel with a heroine who is finding herself. A fantastic NA that I won't be soon forgetting!
Synopsis:
Life is unstable...
…What will be the trigger to dismantle it?
When high school senior Evangeline "Evan" Phillips moves half way across the country with her parents to a quaint town in Texas, it should be a chance to start over.
It should be.
Typical of Evan, she doesn’t share her parents’ optimism. Always the loner, she is prepared to hide behind work at the school newspaper until graduation. That is the seemingly bulletproof plan until she meets her new neighbors, Gavin and Brody Ferguson.
The more Evan gets to know her neighbors, their band of friends, and frenemies, the more unsettling her new high school and community gets in Braxton Springs, Texas.
As Evan unwittingly digs deeper into the lives of those around her, her own skeletons begin to surface leaving her vulnerable and scrambling to keep her own sanity and reputation. Will Evan be able to get control over her spiraling secrets while discovering friendship and love for the first time?
Or will the issues and pressures of life as a band of not-so-average teens in a very typical high school become too much, resulting in the tragic dismantlement of an entire community and Evan herself?
Dismantling Evan is a fresh and edgy work of literary fiction that snapshots how life as a teen in modern society can be unstable and the social issues and pressures revolving around them can tip the fleeting stability of society over the edge.
January 13, 2015
Dismantling Evan is a raw look at the realities of teenage life, cruel behavior toward anyone perceived as different or merely an easy target, as well as the tendencies of society to hide real difficulties or throw medication at a problem without truly understanding it.
Evan’s (Evangeline) family moved her from a difficult situation in San Francisco, where she’d broken down when peer pressure became too much. As well as having her see a psychiatrist and take anti-depressants, her parents thought a move to a smaller community would help Evan with a new start. Sadly, small towns are often the cruelest. Everyone knows everything and social bias builds through generations.
In this Texas town, Evan has to deal with her own depression (but is it really clinical?), her mom’s past reaction to similar issues and a generation of gossip and judgment. On top of that, she makes friends with the “wrong” people. One is a slightly disconnected, but brilliant boy that no one understands. Another is his hot brother that just can’t seem to get on the same page with Evan and her desire to help the brother although they are clearly attracted to each other. Another neighbor could have been quite popular until she turned on the snobs, so she’s also on the undesirable list.
This means that Evan has friends and slowly starts building normal relationships, but still, below that lies possible clinical depression or signs of polar disorder. Or is it just normal teenage desire not to be controlled by parent who are naturally suspicious of her behavior or the friends she’s made. Friends that the social ladder tells her parents just aren’t the best examples.
One thing I appreciated in the book is that it is never 100% clear if Evan needs drugs more than just a stable environment with accepting friends. The drugs seem to help in some ways, but the relationships she develops could have been a bigger influence on her confidence to stand up to schoolroom cruelty.
And in the end, that really doesn’t matter. That’s just Evan’s personal battle, which helps her take on a bigger battle. Real cruelty to anyone different and unable to defend themselves. Because what kids (and adults) need to learn is that those identified as weak have a breaking point. And the solution can be those events that make the evening news and twitter feeds fly.
Dismantling Evan covers great subject matter in a real and personal way. For that, the book is well worth reading. From a technical aspect, the writing could be cleaner, smoother, less telling, more showing. But that’s the editor in me and shouldn’t prevent most readers from enjoying the book and hopefully taking some bit of it into their own lives, whether to change their own behavior or take a stand when we see others being attacked.
I give this 3.5 stars – recommended. (On my scale, a book must be near perfect to receive a 5, this book would have been a solid 4 but for the writing nits.) I received an ARC in exchange for my honest review.
Evan’s (Evangeline) family moved her from a difficult situation in San Francisco, where she’d broken down when peer pressure became too much. As well as having her see a psychiatrist and take anti-depressants, her parents thought a move to a smaller community would help Evan with a new start. Sadly, small towns are often the cruelest. Everyone knows everything and social bias builds through generations.
In this Texas town, Evan has to deal with her own depression (but is it really clinical?), her mom’s past reaction to similar issues and a generation of gossip and judgment. On top of that, she makes friends with the “wrong” people. One is a slightly disconnected, but brilliant boy that no one understands. Another is his hot brother that just can’t seem to get on the same page with Evan and her desire to help the brother although they are clearly attracted to each other. Another neighbor could have been quite popular until she turned on the snobs, so she’s also on the undesirable list.
This means that Evan has friends and slowly starts building normal relationships, but still, below that lies possible clinical depression or signs of polar disorder. Or is it just normal teenage desire not to be controlled by parent who are naturally suspicious of her behavior or the friends she’s made. Friends that the social ladder tells her parents just aren’t the best examples.
One thing I appreciated in the book is that it is never 100% clear if Evan needs drugs more than just a stable environment with accepting friends. The drugs seem to help in some ways, but the relationships she develops could have been a bigger influence on her confidence to stand up to schoolroom cruelty.
And in the end, that really doesn’t matter. That’s just Evan’s personal battle, which helps her take on a bigger battle. Real cruelty to anyone different and unable to defend themselves. Because what kids (and adults) need to learn is that those identified as weak have a breaking point. And the solution can be those events that make the evening news and twitter feeds fly.
Dismantling Evan covers great subject matter in a real and personal way. For that, the book is well worth reading. From a technical aspect, the writing could be cleaner, smoother, less telling, more showing. But that’s the editor in me and shouldn’t prevent most readers from enjoying the book and hopefully taking some bit of it into their own lives, whether to change their own behavior or take a stand when we see others being attacked.
I give this 3.5 stars – recommended. (On my scale, a book must be near perfect to receive a 5, this book would have been a solid 4 but for the writing nits.) I received an ARC in exchange for my honest review.
January 13, 2015
This is a LONG book. But it is an important story, that needs to be told, and it's worth reading every page. Venessa Kimball has successfully, in my opinion, brought many difficult subjects that teens struggle with today into this story, and dealt with them in a tasteful, poignant way. Don't get me wrong, it's very raw, and emotional, but it's honest. As a secondary teacher, I can attest to many of these things happening to students in the schools I've taught at.
Also, I think mental illness is something we, as a society, try to ignore. Talking about mental health makes us uncomfortable, and none of us would want to admit that maybe we, or someone we care about, doesn't have the best mental health. This book addressed mental health/illness in such a way that reminded me just how important it is that we pay attention to it.
This review is so hard to write, because I really believe you should experience all of the events and emotions first-hand. What I can say is this. The characters are all very 3 dimensional, and I was able to relate to so many of them on different levels. The story line is very intricate, in the best way, and involves multiple characters. And this book will take you on a roller coaster of emotions, from hate to love, joy to sorrow; you will laugh and you will cry.
I think teens should read this book, because not only will they be able to relate to many of the characters' stories, but also they will maybe be able to see what things are like on the other side of bullying, and mental illness. And I think that adults should read it to see what is really happening in your average American high school today. People who don't work in the public education system are constantly saying to me, "Oh, things aren't really that bad. Books/TV shows/movies/etc. exaggerate a lot, or make it look like it happens more than it does." But I can tell you, as someone who works in public education, that things are a lot worse than you probably think, and I believe it is time for us to open our eyes, see what's really going on, and find a way to help make things better.
Also, I think mental illness is something we, as a society, try to ignore. Talking about mental health makes us uncomfortable, and none of us would want to admit that maybe we, or someone we care about, doesn't have the best mental health. This book addressed mental health/illness in such a way that reminded me just how important it is that we pay attention to it.
This review is so hard to write, because I really believe you should experience all of the events and emotions first-hand. What I can say is this. The characters are all very 3 dimensional, and I was able to relate to so many of them on different levels. The story line is very intricate, in the best way, and involves multiple characters. And this book will take you on a roller coaster of emotions, from hate to love, joy to sorrow; you will laugh and you will cry.
I think teens should read this book, because not only will they be able to relate to many of the characters' stories, but also they will maybe be able to see what things are like on the other side of bullying, and mental illness. And I think that adults should read it to see what is really happening in your average American high school today. People who don't work in the public education system are constantly saying to me, "Oh, things aren't really that bad. Books/TV shows/movies/etc. exaggerate a lot, or make it look like it happens more than it does." But I can tell you, as someone who works in public education, that things are a lot worse than you probably think, and I believe it is time for us to open our eyes, see what's really going on, and find a way to help make things better.
January 25, 2015
***I received this ARC from the Author in exchange for an honest review***
Because this is an Advanced Reader Copy, I cannot speak of any errors I may have or may not have found
At first I wasn't too sure I would like this book. to be honest, I was more than a little anxious about reading it. Venessa had explained to me the run down of the book and asked if I'd like to read it since she knows about my Bipolar II. I naturally said yes. I like Venessa's books, and I knew the story would be a good one. My anxiety came from the subject. Evangeline Phillips is a seventeen year old girl who was just told she has the beginning stages of Bipolar II. I was diagnosed with Bipolar II when I was 6 or 7.. back then it was called Manic Depression; so this subject really struck a sour note with me and it most definitely set my anxiety into overdrive. But still, I HAD to read this book.
I very very quickly related to Evan, for obvious reasons, especially how her parents treated her and defined her not as their child but as her "condition". I think everyone of us that has a label attached to us has been there.. We've also dealt with the want to be invisible, the fear of being judged if gods forbid anyone finds out you're different, the bullying. The bullying is always the worst.
This story doesn't only cover Bipolar II, it covers several different disorders that people have. I really do admire Evan's tribe of friends. Every kid like her and Gavin should have a tribe of people that will do what Brody, Lia, Nikki, and Asher do.
I can't give away my favorite part of the story because it will spoil it for you guys. Just know that Dismantling Evan is a must read... and remember to have some tissues nearby.
I give this book 5 of 5 paws
Because this is an Advanced Reader Copy, I cannot speak of any errors I may have or may not have found
At first I wasn't too sure I would like this book. to be honest, I was more than a little anxious about reading it. Venessa had explained to me the run down of the book and asked if I'd like to read it since she knows about my Bipolar II. I naturally said yes. I like Venessa's books, and I knew the story would be a good one. My anxiety came from the subject. Evangeline Phillips is a seventeen year old girl who was just told she has the beginning stages of Bipolar II. I was diagnosed with Bipolar II when I was 6 or 7.. back then it was called Manic Depression; so this subject really struck a sour note with me and it most definitely set my anxiety into overdrive. But still, I HAD to read this book.
I very very quickly related to Evan, for obvious reasons, especially how her parents treated her and defined her not as their child but as her "condition". I think everyone of us that has a label attached to us has been there.. We've also dealt with the want to be invisible, the fear of being judged if gods forbid anyone finds out you're different, the bullying. The bullying is always the worst.
This story doesn't only cover Bipolar II, it covers several different disorders that people have. I really do admire Evan's tribe of friends. Every kid like her and Gavin should have a tribe of people that will do what Brody, Lia, Nikki, and Asher do.
I can't give away my favorite part of the story because it will spoil it for you guys. Just know that Dismantling Evan is a must read... and remember to have some tissues nearby.
I give this book 5 of 5 paws
March 25, 2015
Wow. I won this book though a writing competition, and I expected a book about the steryotypical teenage drama. However, this book clearly exceeded this expectation by creating a constantly cliffhanging, nail-bitting, and constant changing of the issue going on.
Evan, also known as Evangaline, is a girl with mental instablity, primarily with a disorder she doesn't agree with. She has gone through intense bullying, and several other issues. Her parents move for reasons I won't spoil here, taking her from the California life to the area of "Braxton Springs", Texas, where her life seems to be taking the same turn. She ends up finding friends with a group of people, the outcasts at the school, who all deal with their own issues, primarily with mental instability, which make the plot all the more interesting. From the jock turned outcast to the prep turned goth, the book shows the reality of most high schools in the real American world, with people getting special treatment, despite the reality of what really happens, to people dealing with issues beyond their control, and the impacts of a family broken to pieces.
This book is a great read. It may look long, and it may seem to go on forever with the first few chapters. Get a few chapters into it, and you will be hooked. Sure, some of the things in there are unrealistic, such as a psychiatrist letting a patient get away with some of Evan's issues I won't reveal here, but every book has their parts that shouldn't be taken 100% seriously. Take the book, read it, and truthfully honor it. I really thought that the book would suck, considering I received it for free, but now, I am honored to hold a signed copy of this book.
Evan, also known as Evangaline, is a girl with mental instablity, primarily with a disorder she doesn't agree with. She has gone through intense bullying, and several other issues. Her parents move for reasons I won't spoil here, taking her from the California life to the area of "Braxton Springs", Texas, where her life seems to be taking the same turn. She ends up finding friends with a group of people, the outcasts at the school, who all deal with their own issues, primarily with mental instability, which make the plot all the more interesting. From the jock turned outcast to the prep turned goth, the book shows the reality of most high schools in the real American world, with people getting special treatment, despite the reality of what really happens, to people dealing with issues beyond their control, and the impacts of a family broken to pieces.
This book is a great read. It may look long, and it may seem to go on forever with the first few chapters. Get a few chapters into it, and you will be hooked. Sure, some of the things in there are unrealistic, such as a psychiatrist letting a patient get away with some of Evan's issues I won't reveal here, but every book has their parts that shouldn't be taken 100% seriously. Take the book, read it, and truthfully honor it. I really thought that the book would suck, considering I received it for free, but now, I am honored to hold a signed copy of this book.
February 8, 2015
Dismantling Evan was the kind of read that literally had me by the heart, ripping my insides out and making me sit up, take stock and hugging my children tight.
Venessa Kimball does a superb job in tackling a "taboo" subject that is often ignored, or worse still, avoided.
Mental illness, today, still remains to be the one illness that, we, as humans cannot handle. But it affects us all, in some form.
Kimball creates a dynamic character in Evan, the young protagonist of the novel. From the get-go, I feel that she is let down time after time - the health service doing her a huge injustice. Although her parents are convinced they are doing the right thing by moving her away, "starting afresh", I believe they do her more harm than good.
By stepping inside Evan's mind, I found myself becoming emotionally attached to her, to her inner pain, to the darkness that was quite literally eating her alive, controlling her every move or thought.I was impressed with how Kimball delivered this, which added to the reality of Evan's plight.
This book by no means sugar coats mental illness or the effects it has on those who have to watch their loved ones go through it. If anything, it highlights everything that is wrong with our society and showcases how fragile we truly are.
I thoroughly recommend this book to young adults, as well as adults. I think it is an eye-opening book that anyone going through the same struggles as Evan, would find therapeutic if not educational.
We need more books like this, and I believe Venessa Kimball may have opened the door to this.
**Please note, I was given a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review**
Venessa Kimball does a superb job in tackling a "taboo" subject that is often ignored, or worse still, avoided.
Mental illness, today, still remains to be the one illness that, we, as humans cannot handle. But it affects us all, in some form.
Kimball creates a dynamic character in Evan, the young protagonist of the novel. From the get-go, I feel that she is let down time after time - the health service doing her a huge injustice. Although her parents are convinced they are doing the right thing by moving her away, "starting afresh", I believe they do her more harm than good.
By stepping inside Evan's mind, I found myself becoming emotionally attached to her, to her inner pain, to the darkness that was quite literally eating her alive, controlling her every move or thought.I was impressed with how Kimball delivered this, which added to the reality of Evan's plight.
This book by no means sugar coats mental illness or the effects it has on those who have to watch their loved ones go through it. If anything, it highlights everything that is wrong with our society and showcases how fragile we truly are.
I thoroughly recommend this book to young adults, as well as adults. I think it is an eye-opening book that anyone going through the same struggles as Evan, would find therapeutic if not educational.
We need more books like this, and I believe Venessa Kimball may have opened the door to this.
**Please note, I was given a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review**
January 13, 2015
I.LOVE.THIS.BOOK.
It took me about a day and a half to read this book, I could not put it down and when I had to, all I could think of was when I would be able to get back to it.
When I finished the book, I found myself a couple of times thinking about the characters wondering out they were and then realizing, oh yeah, they don’t really exist. It was that good!
The story deals a lot with bullying and mental illness. At first I wasn’t sure what I would think since this is completely out of my normal types of reads. But seriously, ended up loving it.
The characters were all well developed and each was unique and damaged in some way or another. All were relatable. It’s a story about the different cliques that form in high school so it is something that pretty much everyone can relate to.
The ending was incredible. I did not see it coming and it felt like my heart stopped as I was reading it. When I finished, I had to take a break from reading for a little bit to let the story soak in. If I didn’t, it would not have fair to the next book since I was not ready to let go of the characters or this story. I would love another book to follow up with the characters to see where they go from here. The ending wrapped everything up so there isn’t a need for another book other than I want more!!
I highly recommend this book as it deals with real situations and puts relatable characters in them. This would be a great story for high schoolers to read and see what a bully looks like and what they do to those that are being bullied.
It took me about a day and a half to read this book, I could not put it down and when I had to, all I could think of was when I would be able to get back to it.
When I finished the book, I found myself a couple of times thinking about the characters wondering out they were and then realizing, oh yeah, they don’t really exist. It was that good!
The story deals a lot with bullying and mental illness. At first I wasn’t sure what I would think since this is completely out of my normal types of reads. But seriously, ended up loving it.
The characters were all well developed and each was unique and damaged in some way or another. All were relatable. It’s a story about the different cliques that form in high school so it is something that pretty much everyone can relate to.
The ending was incredible. I did not see it coming and it felt like my heart stopped as I was reading it. When I finished, I had to take a break from reading for a little bit to let the story soak in. If I didn’t, it would not have fair to the next book since I was not ready to let go of the characters or this story. I would love another book to follow up with the characters to see where they go from here. The ending wrapped everything up so there isn’t a need for another book other than I want more!!
I highly recommend this book as it deals with real situations and puts relatable characters in them. This would be a great story for high schoolers to read and see what a bully looks like and what they do to those that are being bullied.
January 13, 2015
Thanks to the author for letting me beta read! :)
I refuse to be the queen of spoilers, especially in such an explosive book with many trigger friendly, ouchie soft spots (mental illness, bullying, and many others). The author did a fabulous job of having any accurate, flawed, and moody main female character in Evangeline "Evan". Evan drove me a bit batty with her back and forth. But that's explained well by the author and she has her reasons. Brody, her love interest, is an interesting persona spotlighted in all the drama of this realistic book. Their romance is rocky, sweet, and oh so young. Brody's brother's struggles and Evan's with understanding themselves is very honest and a regular struggle we all face. The side stories intertwined with the main characters simply adds to the variety of touchy and real subjects experienced.
Life is not fair and those who are different are treated poorly sometimes. Sometimes services and resources folks need are not available. Being a licensed social worker, I know this personally and well. I hope this book will support those who need it and teach a message to those who might not understand until now.
A powerful and addicting read, I highly recommend it to young, adult, and any where in between. Reader should be aware of emotional triggers in this book and it is not for light reading. Life is not always how we perceive it, people make mistakes, and our actions have untold consequences.
I refuse to be the queen of spoilers, especially in such an explosive book with many trigger friendly, ouchie soft spots (mental illness, bullying, and many others). The author did a fabulous job of having any accurate, flawed, and moody main female character in Evangeline "Evan". Evan drove me a bit batty with her back and forth. But that's explained well by the author and she has her reasons. Brody, her love interest, is an interesting persona spotlighted in all the drama of this realistic book. Their romance is rocky, sweet, and oh so young. Brody's brother's struggles and Evan's with understanding themselves is very honest and a regular struggle we all face. The side stories intertwined with the main characters simply adds to the variety of touchy and real subjects experienced.
Life is not fair and those who are different are treated poorly sometimes. Sometimes services and resources folks need are not available. Being a licensed social worker, I know this personally and well. I hope this book will support those who need it and teach a message to those who might not understand until now.
A powerful and addicting read, I highly recommend it to young, adult, and any where in between. Reader should be aware of emotional triggers in this book and it is not for light reading. Life is not always how we perceive it, people make mistakes, and our actions have untold consequences.
December 27, 2015
The first thing that I noticed about this book is that it's really well written. I really enjoyed reading just for the fact that it was written so you don't have to think about it. I also really loved that the prologue immediately drew me in. It caught my attention right off the bat and made me want to read the story right away, which is a key opponent in a book.
Dismantling Evan focuses on mainly the main character, Evan, and what they think is bipolar disorder. I believe that the way she reacts to taking meds and such is very realistic, especially being someone with a mental disorder. I like that the author brought light to that situation, as well as others throughout the story.
This book really hit me hard, in the sense that what Evan goes through with herself and the people around her is real. Not only was the story itself interesting, but the author really made you believe what was happening to the characters, and I can tell you that I cried more than once reading this book.
Dismantling Evan was a heart gripping book with some amazing, real characters and a heart wrenching story line. I just couldn't get enough of the story, and I am over the moon excited for any more work that is going to be put into this series. I have to give this book 5 out of 5 stars.
Dismantling Evan focuses on mainly the main character, Evan, and what they think is bipolar disorder. I believe that the way she reacts to taking meds and such is very realistic, especially being someone with a mental disorder. I like that the author brought light to that situation, as well as others throughout the story.
This book really hit me hard, in the sense that what Evan goes through with herself and the people around her is real. Not only was the story itself interesting, but the author really made you believe what was happening to the characters, and I can tell you that I cried more than once reading this book.
Dismantling Evan was a heart gripping book with some amazing, real characters and a heart wrenching story line. I just couldn't get enough of the story, and I am over the moon excited for any more work that is going to be put into this series. I have to give this book 5 out of 5 stars.
December 7, 2014
I received an advanced copy, in exchange for an honest review.
What an absolutely amazing book! I have read the "Piercing the Fold" series by Ms. Kimball and enjoyed that series. (If you haven't read it, you need to!)
This book touches on mental illness, growing up, high school cliques and bullying. All of these can be very difficult subjects to discuss, but Ms. Kimball has done an amazing job of bringing to life characters I could easily see at my local high school, and caused me to have strong feelings about these characters.
I found myself cheering for the group who were being bullied every time they stood up for themselves, and cussing out the bullies every time they were jerks.
She did a great job of keeping me hooked into the story the entire time, and I was engaged. By the time I reached the climax of the book, I was on the edge of my seat.
The ending left me with some unanswered questions, and I hope she decides to write another book to answer some of my questions. More than the questions, tho, I am so invested in these characters, I am so curious to know how things go for them after the climax.
What an absolutely amazing book! I have read the "Piercing the Fold" series by Ms. Kimball and enjoyed that series. (If you haven't read it, you need to!)
This book touches on mental illness, growing up, high school cliques and bullying. All of these can be very difficult subjects to discuss, but Ms. Kimball has done an amazing job of bringing to life characters I could easily see at my local high school, and caused me to have strong feelings about these characters.
I found myself cheering for the group who were being bullied every time they stood up for themselves, and cussing out the bullies every time they were jerks.
She did a great job of keeping me hooked into the story the entire time, and I was engaged. By the time I reached the climax of the book, I was on the edge of my seat.
The ending left me with some unanswered questions, and I hope she decides to write another book to answer some of my questions. More than the questions, tho, I am so invested in these characters, I am so curious to know how things go for them after the climax.
June 1, 2015
Everyone should read this!
This book should be read not just by adults but teens too! Would be a great book for schools to read in class as a mandatory read. I will be recommending it as such!
This is a very accurate account of what it's like to be a teen in today's society. While in Evan's point of view, Venessa did an outstanding job of making you feel the pain, frustration, anger, and so many more feeling of the rest of the characters!
Touching on several different types of mental illness, I was pleasantly surprised at how accurate the details and feeling were! It is obvious Venessa done her research and went to great lengths to portray what it is like for these people. I'm highly impressed, glad and thankful she took the time to write this book.
I would rate this book higher than 5 stars if possible. All that being said, this book is in need of editing. I don't mind a few mistakes but this book was overcome with them. Whoever edited this needs to go back and do so correctly...
This book should be read not just by adults but teens too! Would be a great book for schools to read in class as a mandatory read. I will be recommending it as such!
This is a very accurate account of what it's like to be a teen in today's society. While in Evan's point of view, Venessa did an outstanding job of making you feel the pain, frustration, anger, and so many more feeling of the rest of the characters!
Touching on several different types of mental illness, I was pleasantly surprised at how accurate the details and feeling were! It is obvious Venessa done her research and went to great lengths to portray what it is like for these people. I'm highly impressed, glad and thankful she took the time to write this book.
I would rate this book higher than 5 stars if possible. All that being said, this book is in need of editing. I don't mind a few mistakes but this book was overcome with them. Whoever edited this needs to go back and do so correctly...
January 3, 2015
This story was so UGHHH Sooooo much emotion & definitely a controversial topic!!! I am still struggling to put it into words that don't sound like gibberish! I was literally sucked right in. It was sad & made me feel like I needed to protect them or speak up for them, it was beautiful & refused to let me stop the journey, I found myself begging for them to find help, & just when I thought it was going to pull me down & make me sadder it shocked me over & over again. I felt the characters calling to me, begging for my attention. Their individual stories proving how amazingly strong they truly were. And through my tears that I could not hold back I found the smiles that Kimball skillfully put on my face. Thank You for this story!
I plan on having my kids read this as well (eventually). And I am sooooo happy about the ending!!!!! http://jenisbookshelf.blogspot.com/20...
I plan on having my kids read this as well (eventually). And I am sooooo happy about the ending!!!!! http://jenisbookshelf.blogspot.com/20...
February 20, 2015
This is the first book I have read by Venessa Kimball and it was just phenomenal. By the title of the book I thought Evan was supposed to be a dude, but Evangeline is so not. I really liked the writing style Venessa brought to us through this story, I thought it was very unique. If I was to pic a favorite character it would have to be Gavin maybe Im biased but my favorite all time poet is Shakespeare so reading about him reciting Hamlet kinda put a soft spot for him. Reading Dismantling Evan kind of opened my eyes as a mother of a teenage daughter, made me step back and think. I love books that have meanings to them and Dismantling Evan had several of them. I think this is one book a lot of teenagers and possibly their parents should read. It just might be that eye opener they all need to remember what its truly like to be a teenager and what really goes on in the world today. I truly enjoyed reading this book and cant wait to see what Venessa comes up with next.
January 16, 2015
I’ve debated how to review Dismantling Evan as it’s a wonderful, poignant story of coming of age in today’s society and dealing with some tough topics. I normally include a basic overview of the story, but I think that would be a disservice in this case. Trust me, you don’t want spoilers, you want to read (devour) this story.
Having said all that, lol, Dismantling Evan isn't your typical YA story. Its depths are stunning, as is the writing. The topics of bullying and mental illness, while common, were dealt with in such a way that I not only loved the story (and the characters--not always the same thing) but was drawn in and wound up staying up to 3am!
As for the ending... It's a must read! If you're bullied, if you've someone close to that is, or just love reading great stories, grab your coffee and read now!
Having said all that, lol, Dismantling Evan isn't your typical YA story. Its depths are stunning, as is the writing. The topics of bullying and mental illness, while common, were dealt with in such a way that I not only loved the story (and the characters--not always the same thing) but was drawn in and wound up staying up to 3am!
As for the ending... It's a must read! If you're bullied, if you've someone close to that is, or just love reading great stories, grab your coffee and read now!
March 8, 2015
OMG THIS BOOK WAS FREAKING AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!!!! I received a copy of Dismantling Evan in exchange for an honest review. I have to say Venessa Kimball did an amazing job with this story. To touch to teens with mental illnesses. Evan short for Evangeline had a mental illness and her parents moved from CA back to Braxton Springs were Evan's mom is from. Well Evan finally made some friends which she never had before so right there Venessa touches on a teen being alone to coming along and finding a friend or more. Each one of her friends has something going on with them. Stories behind it no judging just each one supporting and standing up to bullies. This is a MUST READ it really is. I even feels teens really really should read this and know that they aren't alone and that there is always someone there. I am so glad I got to review this book.
January 18, 2015
I'm a bit behind on writing my review of Dismantling Evan and part of it is that I'm still at a loss of how to put my feelings for this book into words. I struggled with my own mental issues as a teen, and even still as an adult, and that made this book really hit home with me. While reading I started some things brought up past memories of my teenage years and I had to put the book down at times just to compose myself or have a good cry. Yes I'm not afraid to admit this book brought tears to my eyes a few times.
I've heard that Venessa did a lot of research for this book and it shows. The characters have so much depth that they come to life, and at times you just want to give them a hug.
This is a must read and I give it The Crazy Booksellers stamp of approval.
I've heard that Venessa did a lot of research for this book and it shows. The characters have so much depth that they come to life, and at times you just want to give them a hug.
This is a must read and I give it The Crazy Booksellers stamp of approval.
January 4, 2015
This book was amazing. It is not a genre I would usually read but I am glad the author sent me a copy to review before the book was released.
This is one of those books that has left me in awe. I have a hard time even writing a review. This book has amazing characters and I truly mean amazing. It is an amazing story that will pull you into the lives of the characters and you will not be able to put it down. It is an emotional rollercoaster with some twists you don't expect.
Dismantling Evan is a must read.
This is one of those books that has left me in awe. I have a hard time even writing a review. This book has amazing characters and I truly mean amazing. It is an amazing story that will pull you into the lives of the characters and you will not be able to put it down. It is an emotional rollercoaster with some twists you don't expect.
Dismantling Evan is a must read.
January 13, 2015
This is a book that every teen and adult needs to read it's about being bullied in high school and what happens to the victims. Now the main character is Evan and how her parents move her across the states after she has a melt down at school. In this book it's not just about Evan being bullied but also about her new friends being bullied to. This is an inspiring and amazing book so a must read if you were ever been bullied or are being bullied or know someone being bullied then read this book
April 23, 2015
I did have a little bit of difficulty getting into the book, but the struggle paid off as the momentum picked up and the development of the characters showed through.
Evan's struggle with her emotions, though not always in terms I understood, came across clearly in her actions and reactions.
No SPOILERS here! ;)
I enjoyed it! Thank you Venessa!!!
Evan's struggle with her emotions, though not always in terms I understood, came across clearly in her actions and reactions.
No SPOILERS here! ;)
I enjoyed it! Thank you Venessa!!!
April 25, 2016
Wow, what a read. Deep, thought provoking, emotional, and yet full of hope, Dismantling Evan tells the story of a group of teens struggling with mental illness and bullying. They are all affected in one way or another, either personally or due to their associations. I could actually feel their pain and hurt, thanks to Ms. Kimball's skilled writing. Highly recommend.
January 31, 2015
I was gifted a copy from the author for an honest review.
I liked this book, it was a great read and I found myself being able to relate to the main character, Evan. Also it's great that this book raises awareness of several mental illnesses and conditions.
I liked this book, it was a great read and I found myself being able to relate to the main character, Evan. Also it's great that this book raises awareness of several mental illnesses and conditions.
January 30, 2015
Loved it.
I absolutely loved this book, I'm not one to re-read things but this one is definitely a keeper. Recommend to everyone.
I absolutely loved this book, I'm not one to re-read things but this one is definitely a keeper. Recommend to everyone.
March 28, 2022
This is the 3rd book I've read written by Venessa Kimball; I can’t wait to read more of her books.
The story is about Evan; she begins her senior year of high school in Texas after she moves there with her parents, she plans on keeping to herself but as she gets to know her neighbors Gavin & Brody along with their friends secrets from her past begin to surface.
I received a free copy of this book via booksprout and I’m voluntarily leaving a review.
The story is about Evan; she begins her senior year of high school in Texas after she moves there with her parents, she plans on keeping to herself but as she gets to know her neighbors Gavin & Brody along with their friends secrets from her past begin to surface.
I received a free copy of this book via booksprout and I’m voluntarily leaving a review.
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