When Willem wakes up, he can barely remember what happened. He doesn't even know how exacty he ended up in the hospital. The only thing he remembers is the girl who he needs to get back to. Lulu. Not even her real name. Just the nickname he gave her, because he said she looked like a Lulu. Nevertheless, she is waiting for him, and he must get back before it's too late.
For those of you who read my review of Just One Day or heard my rant about it, I was not as disappointed with Just One Year as I thought I would be. The messages in the first book were awesome, and I was sure that this second book wold ruin it.
But it didn't. Instead, this book, told from Willem's point of view, was about his journey to realizing his mistakes. Sure, he still isn't the greatest role model, but I like that he became a better person by the end. I loved how the so-called "accident" helped him to fix his relationship with his mom (No, I didn't cry...I have no idea why you would think that....).
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Tuesday, October 29, 2013
Sunday, February 10, 2013
Just One Day
Allyson is an obedient, sheltered American. Towards the end of her senior year she goes on a trip to Europe with some of her classmates, enjoying the fun before she heads off to college.
When she and her friend Melanie sneak off to see a performance of Twelfth Night, she meets Willem and there is a definite spark. So when Willem invites Allyson (he knows her as Lulu) to spend a day with him in Paris, she accepts after a few mocking comments from Melanie. Allyson has a fantastic day in Paris and has what she thinks is a connection with Willem.
Which is why she is shocked to wake up the next morning and find that he is gone.
I actually really liked this book. I was glad to find that it wasn't all about Lulu and Willem's romantic day in Paris, that it also had some good messages in it. It was really saying how one mistake (like running to Paris with a guy you just met) can effect you for the rest of your life, however if you try you can learn from these mistakes.
I'm looking forward to the sequel yet dreading it. Just One Day, I think, made a good point by itself. Just One Year is from Willem's point of view, and it could either make the messages in Just One Day stronger or it could ruin them. It could be that Willem realizes his mistakes and tries to improve, or that he is actually the perfect guy and Allyson was wrong to ever doubt him. (I'm hoping it's the first one).
When she and her friend Melanie sneak off to see a performance of Twelfth Night, she meets Willem and there is a definite spark. So when Willem invites Allyson (he knows her as Lulu) to spend a day with him in Paris, she accepts after a few mocking comments from Melanie. Allyson has a fantastic day in Paris and has what she thinks is a connection with Willem.
Which is why she is shocked to wake up the next morning and find that he is gone.
I actually really liked this book. I was glad to find that it wasn't all about Lulu and Willem's romantic day in Paris, that it also had some good messages in it. It was really saying how one mistake (like running to Paris with a guy you just met) can effect you for the rest of your life, however if you try you can learn from these mistakes.
I'm looking forward to the sequel yet dreading it. Just One Day, I think, made a good point by itself. Just One Year is from Willem's point of view, and it could either make the messages in Just One Day stronger or it could ruin them. It could be that Willem realizes his mistakes and tries to improve, or that he is actually the perfect guy and Allyson was wrong to ever doubt him. (I'm hoping it's the first one).
Wednesday, January 9, 2013
Where She Went
It's been three years since the accident. Three years since Mia made a miraculous recovery. And three years since Mia walked out of Adam's life.
Then, by chance, the two of them run into each other in New York. And that night all their memories--the good and the bad--are unearthed, causing both of them to rethink their choices, their emotions, and, most importantly, their futures.
I enjoyed reading this book. It had the same lovely writing style as If I Stay, but I would suggest being at least 14 to read this one as it has plenty of language and some other content. One of my favorite things about this book was that Adam had the "perfect life" desired by most people, but he wasn't happy and his problems didn't disappear; rather, they multiplied.
Then, by chance, the two of them run into each other in New York. And that night all their memories--the good and the bad--are unearthed, causing both of them to rethink their choices, their emotions, and, most importantly, their futures.
I enjoyed reading this book. It had the same lovely writing style as If I Stay, but I would suggest being at least 14 to read this one as it has plenty of language and some other content. One of my favorite things about this book was that Adam had the "perfect life" desired by most people, but he wasn't happy and his problems didn't disappear; rather, they multiplied.
Wednesday, December 28, 2011
If I Stay
Mia had everything; a future full of promises and choices, a loving family, a worthwhile hobby, and good friends. Then, on a day that started like any other, everything is taken from her in one big blow. Caught between life and death, Mia must make the most important decision she'll ever make.
Beautifully written and extremely touching, "If I Stay" will suck you in and have you crying beginning to end. I suggest readers to be 14+ when they read this book.
Beautifully written and extremely touching, "If I Stay" will suck you in and have you crying beginning to end. I suggest readers to be 14+ when they read this book.
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