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Wildflowers #3
Jade
Jade had listened to Misty and Star tell their stories. Now it is her time to speak. But she can't. For while the others in Dr. Marlowe's therapy group had exposed their hidden pains and secret pasts, they are nothing like Jade. They don't know what it is like to be a pawn in a courtroom battle too hateful to ever forgive. Or that escaping the madness had lured Jade into an ordeal too traumatic to forget....
192 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published September 1, 1999
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V.C. Andrews
370 books9,100 followersBooks published under the following names - Virginia Andrews, V. Andrews, Virginia C. Andrews & V.C. Endrius. Books since her death ghost written by Andrew Neiderman, but still attributed to the V.C. Andrews name
Virginia Cleo Andrews (born Cleo Virginia Andrews) was born June 6, 1923 in Portsmouth, Virginia. The youngest child and the only daughter of William Henry Andrews, a career navy man who opened a tool-and-die business after retirement, and Lillian Lilnora Parker Andrews, a telephone operator. She spent her happy childhood years in Portsmouth, Virginia, living briefly in Rochester, New York. The Andrews family returned to Portsmouth while Virginia was in high school.
While a teenager, Virginia suffered a tragic accident, falling down the stairs at her school and incurred severe back injuries. Arthritis and a failed spinal surgical procedure forced her to spend most of her life on crutches or in a wheelchair.
Virginia excelled in school and, at fifteen, won a scholarship for writing a parody of Tennyson's Idylls of the King. She proudly earned her diploma from Woodrow Wilson High School in Portsmouth. After graduation, she nurtured her artistic talent by completing a four-year correspondence art course while living at home with her family.
After William Andrews died in the late 1960s, Virginia helped to support herself and her mother through her extremely successful career as a commercial artist, portrait painter, and fashion illustrator.
Frustrated with the lack of creative satisfaction that her work provided, Virginia sought creative release through writing, which she did in secret. In 1972, she completed her first novel, The Gods of the Green Mountain [sic], a science-fantasy story. It was never published. Between 1972 and 1979, she wrote nine novels and twenty short stories, of which only one was published. "I Slept with My Uncle on My Wedding Night", a short fiction piece, was published in a pulp confession magazine.
Promise gleamed over the horizon for Virginia when she submitted a 290,000-word novel, The Obsessed, to a publishing company. She was told that the story had potential, but needed to be trimmed and spiced up a bit. She drafted a new outline in a single night and added "unspeakable things my mother didn't want me to write about." The ninety-eight-page revision was re-titled Flowers in the Attic and she was paid a $7,500 advance. Her new-generation Gothic novel reached the bestseller lists a mere two weeks after its 1979 paperback publication by Pocket Books.
Petals on the Wind, her sequel to Flowers, was published the next year, earning Virginia a $35,000 advance. The second book remained on the New York Times bestseller list for an unbelievable nineteen weeks (Flowers also returned to the list). These first two novels alone sold over seven million copies in only two years. The third novel of the Dollanganger series, If There Be Thorns, was released in 1981, bringing Virginia a $75,000 advance. It reached No. 2 on many bestseller lists within its first two weeks.
Taking a break from the chronicles of Chris and Cathy Dollanganger, Virginia published her one, and only, stand-alone novel, My Sweet Audrina, in 1982. The book welcomed an immediate success, topping the sales figures of her previous novels. Two years later, a fourth Dollanganger novel was released, Seeds of Yesterday. According to the New York Times, Seeds was the best-selling fiction paperback novel of 1984. Also in 1984, V.C. Andrews was named "Professional Woman of the Year" by the city of Norfolk, Virginia.
Upon Andrews's death in 1986, two final novels—Garden of Shadows and Fallen Hearts—were published. These two novels are considered the last to bear the "V.C. Andrews" name and to be almost completely written by
Virginia Cleo Andrews (born Cleo Virginia Andrews) was born June 6, 1923 in Portsmouth, Virginia. The youngest child and the only daughter of William Henry Andrews, a career navy man who opened a tool-and-die business after retirement, and Lillian Lilnora Parker Andrews, a telephone operator. She spent her happy childhood years in Portsmouth, Virginia, living briefly in Rochester, New York. The Andrews family returned to Portsmouth while Virginia was in high school.
While a teenager, Virginia suffered a tragic accident, falling down the stairs at her school and incurred severe back injuries. Arthritis and a failed spinal surgical procedure forced her to spend most of her life on crutches or in a wheelchair.
Virginia excelled in school and, at fifteen, won a scholarship for writing a parody of Tennyson's Idylls of the King. She proudly earned her diploma from Woodrow Wilson High School in Portsmouth. After graduation, she nurtured her artistic talent by completing a four-year correspondence art course while living at home with her family.
After William Andrews died in the late 1960s, Virginia helped to support herself and her mother through her extremely successful career as a commercial artist, portrait painter, and fashion illustrator.
Frustrated with the lack of creative satisfaction that her work provided, Virginia sought creative release through writing, which she did in secret. In 1972, she completed her first novel, The Gods of the Green Mountain [sic], a science-fantasy story. It was never published. Between 1972 and 1979, she wrote nine novels and twenty short stories, of which only one was published. "I Slept with My Uncle on My Wedding Night", a short fiction piece, was published in a pulp confession magazine.
Promise gleamed over the horizon for Virginia when she submitted a 290,000-word novel, The Obsessed, to a publishing company. She was told that the story had potential, but needed to be trimmed and spiced up a bit. She drafted a new outline in a single night and added "unspeakable things my mother didn't want me to write about." The ninety-eight-page revision was re-titled Flowers in the Attic and she was paid a $7,500 advance. Her new-generation Gothic novel reached the bestseller lists a mere two weeks after its 1979 paperback publication by Pocket Books.
Petals on the Wind, her sequel to Flowers, was published the next year, earning Virginia a $35,000 advance. The second book remained on the New York Times bestseller list for an unbelievable nineteen weeks (Flowers also returned to the list). These first two novels alone sold over seven million copies in only two years. The third novel of the Dollanganger series, If There Be Thorns, was released in 1981, bringing Virginia a $75,000 advance. It reached No. 2 on many bestseller lists within its first two weeks.
Taking a break from the chronicles of Chris and Cathy Dollanganger, Virginia published her one, and only, stand-alone novel, My Sweet Audrina, in 1982. The book welcomed an immediate success, topping the sales figures of her previous novels. Two years later, a fourth Dollanganger novel was released, Seeds of Yesterday. According to the New York Times, Seeds was the best-selling fiction paperback novel of 1984. Also in 1984, V.C. Andrews was named "Professional Woman of the Year" by the city of Norfolk, Virginia.
Upon Andrews's death in 1986, two final novels—Garden of Shadows and Fallen Hearts—were published. These two novels are considered the last to bear the "V.C. Andrews" name and to be almost completely written by
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February 18, 2018
Oh my God this is the third book in the wildflowers series and I thought it was more intense and the last two books.
December 10, 2018
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***Actual Rating: 4.5/5 Stars***
***Actual Rating: 4.5/5 Stars***
Jade is the third novel in the Wildflowers series written under the name of V.C. Andrews. While I wasn't sure I was going to enjoy this one because I don't care much for books that focus on law or legal goings-on, (it mentions Jade being a pawn in a courtroom drama in the synopsis), it oddly enough ended up being the book I liked best out of all of them.
Turns out, there wasn't much of actual courtroom drama or anything at all going on in the book, and I loved Jade's character. She was a spoiled rich girl, yes, but she had so much to offer in terms of weaving her into the story.
"'What had happened to all the perfection? Where was my protective bubble? I was thinking about the embarrassment, of course, but I felt very frightened, too, like a bird that's been flying and flying and suddenly realizes all her feathers are gone and any moment she's going to drop to earth, hard.'"
Jade has sat patiently and listened as Misty and Star told their stories, and now, finally, it is her turn to tell them about the horrors going on in her life, and now it's her turn to tell her tale. While Jade's tale starts off sad but timid enough, with Jade discussing how her parents are fighting over her nonstop, each trying to turn her against the other and win custody of her as though she is one of their possessions, it soon starts to darken, becoming something that none of the other girls in the room could possibly ever imagine.
"'Parents have so many expectations for us, demands, requirements, whatever. We have to behave and do well in school and be sure to make them proud of us and never embarrass them. We have to be decent and respectful and respectable, but why is it that they can go and destroy the family and drag us through all this to satisfy themselves?'"
When Jade gets tired of waiting for her parents to stop being so harsh toward her and instead love her like the daughter she is, instead of the possession they view her as, she turns to a stranger on the internet to help her through her tough times. Only he might not be who he says he is, and Jade ends up dealing with something far more sinister than her parents' ugly divorce and custody battle.
Jade's story isn't a pretty one at all, and while Jade might come off as being shallow and narcissistic, once you get to know her character by reading this book, you will see that she is really the same as the other girls - afraid, sad, hurt by her family's abandonment, and making terrible choices because of how torn apart she is by all of it.
I really loved Jade's story. It was the best out of the whole series, I think, and it was incredibly emotional. Despite Jade's character seeing so uppity, I truly found her to be the most interesting, and her story captured my attention way more than Misty's or Star's. Her character was really easy to love, even though she initially seems to come off as a spoiled rich girl.
I don't want to talk too much about the ordeal that Jade goes through that's even worse than her parents, but it's definitely a twist that I didn't see coming. It's not the kind that you would want spoiled if you are planning on reading this series in the future, because being shocked makes Jade's story that much better. This is definitely one that you won't want to miss, and if you haven't started reading the series yet (or even if you have!), check out my reviews for Misty and Star.
May 21, 2021
I liked this one a tiny bit better than the previous one. I think she did some dangerous things going off without telling anyone and trying to see the boy she met on the internet. That's how things happen. Bad things are happening and of course the parents didn't think to truly go over internet safety because they didn't think the would have to. She ended up being a victim and got truly lucky she was not assaulted and escaped. Still, that had to be incredibly scary for Jade. I'm glad the parents seemed to realize that they needed to stop fighting and stop trying to win Jade's affection just for the sake of being better. I liked how the girls listened and understand that just because she was rich, things could truly happen to her that shouldn't. Overall, not too bad.
July 4, 2023
This was probably the most interesting and intense story in the series so far. But a large part of it made me extremely uncomfortable.
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April 1, 2025Book Review: Jade by V.C. Andrews
Jade, the third installment in V.C. Andrews’ Wildflowers series, published in 1999, continues to explore the themes of trauma, personal identity, and the complexities of familial relationships. Following the stories of Misty and Star, this novel introduces readers to Jade, a character whose journey is marked by privilege, inner turmoil, and the quest for self-acceptance.
Narrative Structure and Style
Andrews employs a first-person narrative, allowing readers to immerse themselves in Jade’s thoughts and emotions. The narrative structure combines present experiences with flashbacks that reveal Jade’s upbringing and the pressures she faces as a member of a wealthy but dysfunctional family. Andrews’ prose is characterized by vivid imagery and emotional depth, effectively capturing Jade’s internal conflicts and her struggles with the expectations placed upon her by her family and society.
Character Development
Jade, as a character, embodies a mix of sophistication and vulnerability. Her journey is one of self-discovery, as she grapples with the expectations of her privileged background and her desire to forge her own identity. The contrast between her outward appearance and her internal struggles is a central focus of the narrative. Throughout the novel, Jade must navigate complex relationships with her friends Misty and Star, as well as her interactions with her family, which reveal the darker undercurrents of her life.
Supporting characters in Jade provide additional layers of complexity to the narrative. For instance, Jade’s relationships reveal the themes of loyalty and betrayal among friends, further emphasizing the difficulties of personal connections when intertwined with family dynamics. Andrews skillfully uses these interactions to illustrate the conflicts faced by young women as they strive to find their place in a world filled with both opportunity and peril.
Themes of Identity and Resilience
A predominant theme in Jade is the exploration of identity, particularly how external pressures can influence one’s sense of self. Jade’s struggle with her family’s expectations and her desire for independence encapsulates the broader theme of young adults seeking to define themselves in the shadow of their upbringing. The novel delves into the impact of privilege and the associated emotional burdens, highlighting how material wealth does not equate to emotional fulfillment.
The theme of resilience is also significant in Jade’s narrative. Despite facing a range of challenges, including familial strife and personal insecurities, Jade’s journey reflects a growing understanding of her own strength and capacity for change. This message of empowerment resonates strongly, particularly in the context of young adult literature, where characters often face significant obstacles on their paths toward self-discovery.
Societal Context and Educational Implications
Jade engages with relevant societal issues such as the pressures of societal expectations, the complexities of friendship, and the nuances of mental health. These themes provide a valuable platform for educational discussions about the impact of family dynamics on personal development and the importance of fostering supportive relationships. Andrews encourages readers to reflect on their own experiences and challenges, potentially leading to greater awareness of the psychological struggles faced by many adolescents.
Conclusion
In conclusion, V.C. Andrews’ Jade offers a compelling exploration of identity, privilege, and the quest for self-acceptance. Through Jade’s complex character and her relationships with others, Andrews crafts a narrative that not only entertains but also prompts critical reflection on the nature of personal growth amid adversity. Jade stands as a significant contribution to the Wildflowers series, deepening the exploration of themes introduced in Misty and Star. By illuminating the struggles of a young woman in a tumultuous environment, Andrews provides readers with both a captivating story and poignant insights into the journey toward self-discovery and empowerment.
Jade, the third installment in V.C. Andrews’ Wildflowers series, published in 1999, continues to explore the themes of trauma, personal identity, and the complexities of familial relationships. Following the stories of Misty and Star, this novel introduces readers to Jade, a character whose journey is marked by privilege, inner turmoil, and the quest for self-acceptance.
Narrative Structure and Style
Andrews employs a first-person narrative, allowing readers to immerse themselves in Jade’s thoughts and emotions. The narrative structure combines present experiences with flashbacks that reveal Jade’s upbringing and the pressures she faces as a member of a wealthy but dysfunctional family. Andrews’ prose is characterized by vivid imagery and emotional depth, effectively capturing Jade’s internal conflicts and her struggles with the expectations placed upon her by her family and society.
Character Development
Jade, as a character, embodies a mix of sophistication and vulnerability. Her journey is one of self-discovery, as she grapples with the expectations of her privileged background and her desire to forge her own identity. The contrast between her outward appearance and her internal struggles is a central focus of the narrative. Throughout the novel, Jade must navigate complex relationships with her friends Misty and Star, as well as her interactions with her family, which reveal the darker undercurrents of her life.
Supporting characters in Jade provide additional layers of complexity to the narrative. For instance, Jade’s relationships reveal the themes of loyalty and betrayal among friends, further emphasizing the difficulties of personal connections when intertwined with family dynamics. Andrews skillfully uses these interactions to illustrate the conflicts faced by young women as they strive to find their place in a world filled with both opportunity and peril.
Themes of Identity and Resilience
A predominant theme in Jade is the exploration of identity, particularly how external pressures can influence one’s sense of self. Jade’s struggle with her family’s expectations and her desire for independence encapsulates the broader theme of young adults seeking to define themselves in the shadow of their upbringing. The novel delves into the impact of privilege and the associated emotional burdens, highlighting how material wealth does not equate to emotional fulfillment.
The theme of resilience is also significant in Jade’s narrative. Despite facing a range of challenges, including familial strife and personal insecurities, Jade’s journey reflects a growing understanding of her own strength and capacity for change. This message of empowerment resonates strongly, particularly in the context of young adult literature, where characters often face significant obstacles on their paths toward self-discovery.
Societal Context and Educational Implications
Jade engages with relevant societal issues such as the pressures of societal expectations, the complexities of friendship, and the nuances of mental health. These themes provide a valuable platform for educational discussions about the impact of family dynamics on personal development and the importance of fostering supportive relationships. Andrews encourages readers to reflect on their own experiences and challenges, potentially leading to greater awareness of the psychological struggles faced by many adolescents.
Conclusion
In conclusion, V.C. Andrews’ Jade offers a compelling exploration of identity, privilege, and the quest for self-acceptance. Through Jade’s complex character and her relationships with others, Andrews crafts a narrative that not only entertains but also prompts critical reflection on the nature of personal growth amid adversity. Jade stands as a significant contribution to the Wildflowers series, deepening the exploration of themes introduced in Misty and Star. By illuminating the struggles of a young woman in a tumultuous environment, Andrews provides readers with both a captivating story and poignant insights into the journey toward self-discovery and empowerment.
March 30, 2019
Une troisième histoire dramatique avec celle de Jade, pauvre petite fille riche dont les parents ne s'occupent que lorsque sa garde devient un enjeu de pouvoir entre eux. J'avoue que l'histoire de Jade est plutôt celle de la solitude que celle de parents maltraitants (même si le passage où elle explique qu'ils ne sont même pas rendus compte de sa fugue est poignant). Sur ce passage de fugue, où elle échappe au pire, j'avoue qu'on le voyait venir à cent lieu pour l'identité réelle de Craig, et je n'ai pas été étonnée. La fin est poignante pour Jade et franchement, je ne sais pas ce que le juge va faire même si son geste semble quand même lui procurer une embellie avec ses parents. En parallèle, la dynamique entre les filles progresse et j'ai beaucoup apprécié l'évolution de leur relation tout comme le fait qu'elles commencent à nouer des contacts en dehors de la thérapie
Ce que j'aime : la manière dont Jade raconte son histoire, l'évolution des relations entre les filles
Ce que j'aime moins : les rebondissements prévisibles
En bref : Un tome touchant avec une Jade très seule et des relations qui se nouent entre les filles
Ma note
7,5/10
Ce que j'aime : la manière dont Jade raconte son histoire, l'évolution des relations entre les filles
Ce que j'aime moins : les rebondissements prévisibles
En bref : Un tome touchant avec une Jade très seule et des relations qui se nouent entre les filles
Ma note
7,5/10
April 3, 2018
Jade's story was definitely one that would stand out for me within the Wildflowers series. The issues she had to deal with were something I needed to go through in my own life as well. The exciting tidbit of her story also got my blood pumping from being so scared for her. Things like that can and do happen within real life. I would recommend this book.
September 4, 2019
So far, Jade's story is the only one that gave me the chills. Although the ghost writer didn't exactly give justice to provide more light to her parents' reason for divorce, the effect it had on Jade was just too painful to imagine. Being trapped with a psychotic person without anyone knowing nor caring about it? That's creepy.
December 19, 2019
I love VC Andres books, well anything from Flowers in the Attic to Melody series, the ones after to me are just redoing a lot of the same stories or taking one part of the families and making it a full story. Jade is one of my least favorite out of this series. I really felt it was just a story of a spoiled girl with control issues...
December 22, 2020
3/5
Much more interesting but it took so long to get to the real drama. And these fucking outbursts from Star like bitch, calm the fuck down and just listen. I just felt bad for her, and for Cat who is constantly picked on by each and every girl.
Also, this book was just a weird version of the first ep of Degrassi: Next Generation with the online predator.
Much more interesting but it took so long to get to the real drama. And these fucking outbursts from Star like bitch, calm the fuck down and just listen. I just felt bad for her, and for Cat who is constantly picked on by each and every girl.
Also, this book was just a weird version of the first ep of Degrassi: Next Generation with the online predator.
October 1, 2021
Jade might have everything grand but she also has a story to share. She reminds me that living in a materialistic world doesn't guarantee a good life especially when you happen to have parents who only see the advantages for their own worlds. This is the third book of the series and I'm more eager to push through.
October 6, 2022
I wasn't sure what to expect from Jade's story since she had been typecast as the standard rich b!tch. But wow. Being held against her will by an internet creeper... inadvertent suicide attempt. Didn't see that coming. Once she was in the house with the weirdo, it was obvious that there wasn't a son around and he was pretending to be a young teenager to perv on girls on the internet.
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July 19, 2017
This book took me the longest to read. I caught myself counting how many pages i had left most of the time. I still love the books but the ghost writer really has done something to VC Andrews style. Maybe he should go his own way...
July 29, 2020
Continuing with the omnibus edition, i've finished Jade story. It was harder to read than Star and i didn't Believe that was possible. So is 3,5 actually. Dont judge a book by his cover this one was quite good
October 14, 2023
I think Jade her story was the worst so far.
The writing style is really fast, and i love that. I do have to say I was a bit confuesed about how fast the book ended. What happens in the bed was really heavy, and it just ended 3 pages later.
The writing style is really fast, and i love that. I do have to say I was a bit confuesed about how fast the book ended. What happens in the bed was really heavy, and it just ended 3 pages later.
October 14, 2018
I read this series many years ago, I thoroughly enjoyed it from start to finish.
June 4, 2021
The first half was painfully boring, but once the plot appeared, it became a lot more engaging of a read. I didn't really like Jade as a character, though, she seemed a bit flat.
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May 15, 2022En realidad no leí este, pero lo agrego para llevar la cuenta en la app
August 17, 2022
I literally hated the girl the entire book. Snobby. Rude.
June 9, 2024
My favorite of this series so far. Do I agree with how what happened to Jade was handled? No!
August 10, 2012
VC Andrews has once again written an exciting, quick read that will appeal to younger and older readers alike. I could remember faintly that something bad had happened to every girl in this series, when they had tried to run away or do something stupid... And for Jade, this was so very true. It was very strange to hear about how Jade desribed being in a chat room etc. This book was published in 1999, so it was a newish thing back then :P She runs off to meet a guy who understands her, since her very rich and very cruel parents are ripping her in two fighting in divorce court for anything and everything and the ultimate trophy is Jade. I did feel very sorry for her in this book and when she does think she is meeting up with a guy her age, she discovers it is actually an old man, who gave her pictures of himself when he was younger. She is trapped in the attic, naked at one point, but Ms Andrews choose to make it a non-rape book and just strip her clothes off so she wouldnt run away. It was a near escape for Jade to get out and its a very scary thing to read about. I cant wait to read Cat and the Into The Garden and finish this great series off. 5 stars from me <3
February 3, 2022
The darkness continues to grow deeper in this third installment in the Wildflowers series. Whereas the last two were purely domestic in nature, this one selves deeper into the more disturbing things that can affect a child who is embroiled in a bitter divorce and being forced to choose sides.
Just like with the first two books, this one has excellent character development and delves deeply into the thoughts and feelings of one particular character. Seeing how Jade views the others, especially the ones we’ve already heard from, shows clearly how different people have different points of view.
This story does mention a suicide attempt and has other dark elements, so I would not recommend it to younger people or those who have sensitivities to such things, but it is a great continuation of a fascinating story, and if you want to know more about the supposedly haughty Jade, this is the book for you.
Just like with the first two books, this one has excellent character development and delves deeply into the thoughts and feelings of one particular character. Seeing how Jade views the others, especially the ones we’ve already heard from, shows clearly how different people have different points of view.
This story does mention a suicide attempt and has other dark elements, so I would not recommend it to younger people or those who have sensitivities to such things, but it is a great continuation of a fascinating story, and if you want to know more about the supposedly haughty Jade, this is the book for you.
August 2, 2016
Third book in the Wildflower miniseries. This book was Jade's story, a somewhat spoiled and pampered rich Beverly Hills girl who's parents are going through a nasty divorce. Her parents drag her through the court system trying to win custody of her but she feels more like a prize in a contest. Although the author certainly developed the character and you, as a reader, certainly sympathizes with Jade, there was one, call it an act of rebellion, that just didn't sit well with me. Jade gets herself into a situation (don't want to spoil it) that to me, in this day and age, didn't end realistically. She needed to report this incident to the police (if I was her parent I would have made her call the police). For those of you that read the book you know what I am referring to. For those of you that haven't read the book then you will have to read it to find out.
March 13, 2021
Jade has always been my least liked main character in this series, but I still enjoyed her story and felt it was an important one. What I really like about this series is how different all of the girls’ family situations are yet how similar they can feel.
Even though my own was much different from Jade’s, I could still relate to some of her feelings about her parents. I was also able to relate to her finding comfort through the internet, though thankfully all of my encounters ended up much better than the one she had.
As usual, I enjoyed seeing the group interact together the most. I could definitely see the character development of Star, Jade, and Cat this one.
While Jade is my least liked character, I did find her story to be more interesting than Misty’s.
Even though my own was much different from Jade’s, I could still relate to some of her feelings about her parents. I was also able to relate to her finding comfort through the internet, though thankfully all of my encounters ended up much better than the one she had.
As usual, I enjoyed seeing the group interact together the most. I could definitely see the character development of Star, Jade, and Cat this one.
While Jade is my least liked character, I did find her story to be more interesting than Misty’s.
August 13, 2017
Jade is de dochter van zeer rijke ouders, allebei met een verantwoordelijke baan. Als haar ouders willen scheiden, proberen ze allebei de voogdij van hun kind op te eisen. Dit gebeurt door de ander zwart te maken, te bewijzen dat zij meer geld aan de opvoeding van hun kind hebben besteed en vooral door haar liefde te kopen met dure cadeaus. Als Jade echt iemand nodig heeft, hebben haar ouders geen aandacht voor haar. Via internet komt ze in contact met een jongen die haar begrijpt. Jade besluit naar hem te vluchten. Die jongen blijkt echter een gestoorde man te zijn die haar gijzelt en dreigt te verkrachten. Ze weet te ontvluchten, maar haar ouders hebben haar afwezigheid niet eens gemist. Wanhopig slikt ze een grote hoeveelheid pillen, waardoor haar ouders wakker schrikken.
August 4, 2016
VC Andrews has always been a favorite of mine since my childhood days. I have read (and re-read) all of her books, and although I am much older now and find that some of her work is better than others, I still enjoy the twists and turns, strangeness and mystery that continues to captivate my interest.
With that being said - it might also explain why I find the ghostwriter's quality of work lacking and less memorable than Andrews true writing, especially with the newer, more modern series.
If your looking for a quick read that you can probably finish than give it a shot, but if you're looking for a timeless piece of work that will make your heart race and leave you speechless - read VC Andrews' original stories.
With that being said - it might also explain why I find the ghostwriter's quality of work lacking and less memorable than Andrews true writing, especially with the newer, more modern series.
If your looking for a quick read that you can probably finish than give it a shot, but if you're looking for a timeless piece of work that will make your heart race and leave you speechless - read VC Andrews' original stories.
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