Release Date: November 11, 2014
Publisher: Spencer Hill Contemporary
Pages: 256
Source: eARC from publisher(Thanks!)
Pages: 256
Source: eARC from publisher(Thanks!)
ISBN-10:
1939392322
Rating: 5 Hearts
Book Description
"The Los Angeles Conservatory for the Arts is supposed to be a new beginning for Sadie Bryant. Moving across the country is exactly what she needs to escape the gossip surrounding her injury, the devastating betrayal of her ex-partner, and to rebuild her career as a solo dancer.
When the school announces that the annual Fall Showcase, a performance that secures a spot studying in London, will now require each dancer to have a partner, Sadie’s fresh start is a nightmare. Now she has to dance with Luke Morrison, the school womanizer with a big ego. Sadie doesn’t know how to trust Luke enough to dance with him after her last partner left her broken, but Luke is determined to change that.
Then, The Hit List comes out. A game of sexual conquest where guys get points for all the girls they hook up with—and it seems like every guy at the school is playing.
The girl worth the most points? Sadie."
Review
Short and Sweet:
Beautiful. Emotional. Brilliant. Loved it!!
To Elaborate...
Do you those books you come across so rarely that punch you in the feels over and over? Not just because the characters are facing a rough time or sad things happen, but also because the writing just speaks to you on such a personal level? This was that kind of book for me. I'm certainly not a dancer looking to be the best, but the writing shot straight to my heart over and over again. It's beautiful and meaningful, and it goes deeper than I ever imagined.
The main couple, Sadie and Luke, are full of so much passion, intensity, emotion, hate, and love that my eyes got so angry they couldn't read about them fast enough (and I read this in a few hours). They are the kind of couple I never want to walk away from. They fight, argue, yell, kiss, and dance with everything they have, and most importantly, they aren't afraid to call bullshit on each other. They are flawed, and they are marvelous.
The game of The Hit List is ridiculously realistic. I'm not sure if the game was inspired by something someone actually tried to do, but it would not surprise me to see it happening anywhere. It makes the reader and the characters take a hard look at gender objectifying, stereotyping, and just plain human hurtfulness. I always rave about books that can spark a much needed discussion, and this is definitely one of them.
I seriously can't recommend this book enough, but I especially recommend it for people who love the movie Center Stage, who like contemporary stories with deep emotion, and for people who might be in search of a book to find meaning in.
5 Hearts!
The main couple, Sadie and Luke, are full of so much passion, intensity, emotion, hate, and love that my eyes got so angry they couldn't read about them fast enough (and I read this in a few hours). They are the kind of couple I never want to walk away from. They fight, argue, yell, kiss, and dance with everything they have, and most importantly, they aren't afraid to call bullshit on each other. They are flawed, and they are marvelous.
The game of The Hit List is ridiculously realistic. I'm not sure if the game was inspired by something someone actually tried to do, but it would not surprise me to see it happening anywhere. It makes the reader and the characters take a hard look at gender objectifying, stereotyping, and just plain human hurtfulness. I always rave about books that can spark a much needed discussion, and this is definitely one of them.
I seriously can't recommend this book enough, but I especially recommend it for people who love the movie Center Stage, who like contemporary stories with deep emotion, and for people who might be in search of a book to find meaning in.
5 Hearts!
I don't think I've read a book about dancing yet. This sounds great! I wait to find out what that hit list is like. Thanks for the review :D
ReplyDeleteOh wow. Five star rating! This one is new to me, but I see what you mean when certain books just speak to you on a level that you can't explain. I've had my share of those!
ReplyDeleteI will definitely be reading this one! I love contemporaries that give me all the feels and really just move me emotionally. I'm not big on fluffy contemporaries. This one sounds like it's right up my alley. Thanks for the awesome review!
ReplyDeleteI have a super weird book habit of usually loving books with dancer main characters and not liking ones with theater main characters as much (which is weird, because I love people/performances of both in real life!). I hope you enjoy it!
ReplyDeleteYes! So glad you understand! :) I really think others will enjoy this book as well, but this one really hit me hard personally. Definitely going on my favorite of favorites list. :)
ReplyDeleteYes! If that's what you like, it fits that description perfectly. I love the contemps that don't shy away from the realness of life. Sometimes after one, I'll have to squeeze in a more cutesy, less emotional read, but these kind of stories are always my go-to's for contemporary books. :)
ReplyDeleteI recently discovered this book and featured it in one of my posts. I haven't yet but I really want to, especially after your review. I love couples that aren't perfect and happy 24/7. I love when they deal with problems and call each other out but at the end of the day, they can get through that. This is a book I'll definitely be checking out. Great review.
ReplyDeleteSeems like a passionate couiple. Glad you enjoyed The Hit List - although the title is a bit misleading, LOL
ReplyDeleteSuper emotional books like this are hit or miss for me. If I do connect with them emotionally, I love them. If I don't, I find them melodramatic. But I'll definitely keep this one in mind!
ReplyDeleteJen @ YA Romantics
Awesome! I've been wanting to read this book. I'll have to pick it up soon!
ReplyDeleteGreat review! :)
I really want to read this!! I've always been drawn to books involving the arts, maybe partially because I am hugely jealous of dancer, wishing I had their amazing skill, and therefore living through them. After seeing this review I definitely think this will be part of my next book haul come my next paycheck!!
ReplyDeleteGreat review!