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Perfect Glass
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Perfect Glass is the perfect sequel to Glass Girl. It exceeded all my (high) expectations. I. loved. it.
One of the things I loved best about this sequel is that it didn't feel very much like a sequel. Instead it felt like Part Two in Meg and Henry's story -- and it was very much Henry's story this time around (Perfect Glass is told from both of their point-of-views). Things happen; tragedy strikes; chaos ensues. There was no filler, no fluff, no trace that the story would have been better off ending with the last chapter of Glass Girl. I appreciated that.
I loved that Henry spent time in Nicaragua. Missions are close to my heart, so to read about his experience at the orphanage tore at me. Especially the tragedy he experiences there. It is so sad...and yet so true and real and heartbreaking and wonderful at the same time.
And Meg has her own dragons to deal with. Jo is quite the character ~ and I applaud Laura Kurk's painting her as a character all her own, strong and steady, even as she becomes not-so-steady. I loved Meg's honesty...with herself and those around her (especially Henry, when hard stuff happens). She's learned a lot, but her brokenness allows her to see things others miss. It was a privilege to be able to look through her eyes.
I didn't want this book to end, but then it did, and it was the sweetest ending. Ya'll have got to read this book.
Why I Recommend This Book
I heartily recommend this book to lovers of YA fiction ~ and, really, fiction of any sort. Laura Kurk's writing shines and scatters hope and wisdom in the gentlest of ways. Reading Meg and Henry's love story is about so much more than high school sweethearts who weather tragedy and real life together ~ it truly is like walking through redemption with them. 'Tis beautiful.
Perfect Glass is the perfect sequel to Glass Girl. It exceeded all my (high) expectations. I. loved. it.
One of the things I loved best about this sequel is that it didn't feel very much like a sequel. Instead it felt like Part Two in Meg and Henry's story -- and it was very much Henry's story this time around (Perfect Glass is told from both of their point-of-views). Things happen; tragedy strikes; chaos ensues. There was no filler, no fluff, no trace that the story would have been better off ending with the last chapter of Glass Girl. I appreciated that.
I loved that Henry spent time in Nicaragua. Missions are close to my heart, so to read about his experience at the orphanage tore at me. Especially the tragedy he experiences there. It is so sad...and yet so true and real and heartbreaking and wonderful at the same time.
And Meg has her own dragons to deal with. Jo is quite the character ~ and I applaud Laura Kurk's painting her as a character all her own, strong and steady, even as she becomes not-so-steady. I loved Meg's honesty...with herself and those around her (especially Henry, when hard stuff happens). She's learned a lot, but her brokenness allows her to see things others miss. It was a privilege to be able to look through her eyes.
I didn't want this book to end, but then it did, and it was the sweetest ending. Ya'll have got to read this book.
Why I Recommend This Book
I heartily recommend this book to lovers of YA fiction ~ and, really, fiction of any sort. Laura Kurk's writing shines and scatters hope and wisdom in the gentlest of ways. Reading Meg and Henry's love story is about so much more than high school sweethearts who weather tragedy and real life together ~ it truly is like walking through redemption with them. 'Tis beautiful.
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Oh...can't wait! I've been wondering if you were reading it!
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Uh, I started it almost as soon as you sent it to me and I could send it to my Kindle!!! :) Soooooo beautiful.
Well, you've made me cry again. Thank you for seeing the balance I tried to create and for recognizing the humanity in my characters. I appreciate you as a reviewer more than you'll possibly ever know! Kindred spirits we are!
You made me cry, Laura! I teared up at reunion #1 and #2, at Meg's tragedy, at Henry's tragedy, and at the ending. :)
Amber wrote: "These books sound so good!! I've got 2 PlayList Fiction books on my Kindle, with another to come in June... Now I just need to find time to read them! :)"Oh, Amber, I'm so glad you're into Playlist Fiction. Can't wait to hear your feedback on all of our fresh new titles!
Amber wrote: "Thanks, Laura! I'm really excited about Playlist Fiction - despite the fact that I haven't read any (yet!). :) Love the covers and the concept behind Playlist, and I'm looking forward to reading so..."Yay! We're so excited to have you hang out with us. We're blogging twice a week and releasing new books all the time. Summer is the perfect time to read. Thanks for your support!
