Escape by Fiction: The Harder I Fall by Jessica Gibson

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Sunday, July 13, 2014

review: The Deeper We Get by Jessica Gibson

The Deeper We Get by Jessica Gibson

New Adult Contemporary Romance

Chad Langer was always running. Running from his past, afraid of letting himself be happy and free. College was going to be his new start. New city, new school, new people.

Scarlett would be his undoing. He knew it the moment he saw her. Something in her eyes called to him. She was just as broken as he was.

Sometimes the past doesn’t stay in the past. Will they be able to overcome the obstacles set in their path?

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About Jessica Gibson

First and foremost, I'm a wife to an amazing man, and mother to a 2 year old little boy. I love to read when I can find the time, my Kindle is my best friend. I've read tons and tons of books. One of my favorite authors is Diana Gabaldon, her Outlander series is absolutely amazing. I also really enjoy Charlaine Harris' True Blood series. I'll read anything supernatural, I've blown through most of the good YA series' that are out there. I think my love of reading really helped me branch out into writing.

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My Thoughts:

The Deeper We Fall is a turbulent, heartbreaking heck of a story. Chad and Scarlett were perfect for one another, even if they were a bit broken to begin with.

I really thought throughout most of the story that Chad was the biggest d-bag in the world. He grows on you and you really begin to understand why he behaves how he does, but that still doesn't make it ok. He's angry and he full of rage and hate towards his past. He's been through some crazy stuff in his life and the reappearance of Tom is really just the worst thing that could happen to him.

I really would have liked to know more about Scarlett. I know the main character was Chad, but I really would have liked a more personal glance at Scarlett's life.

Overall - I really liked this story. Chad and Scarlett have great chemistry and they were a great fit for one another. I enjoyed reading about the rest of the family again as well - Becca, Levi, Ruth and everybody else. Great job to the author, keep it coming!!

Saturday, March 22, 2014

review: The Harder I Fall by Jessica Gibson + GIVEAWAY!!

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Becca Langer was not a normal girl, she didn't have normal girl problems. For most of her life, she’s had to take care of herself, her younger brother Chad, and her drunk mother. She’s lived under the shadow of what her father did when she was ten years old. Forever branded by his actions.

College was her escape, she could get away and finally live. Her dream was to make it in the New York Ballet Company one day. That for her meant a long road full of hard work and dedication. She didn't have time for distractions, and Levi Klein was definitely a distraction.

Will Levi be able to crack through her tough exterior and really see the wounded soul underneath? Becca needs to be loved, but the question is, will she let Levi love her?

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About Jessica Gibson

Jessica Gibson is a recovering bookaholic, she's down from four books a week to a more reasonable one. It was that love of words and creativity that made her dream about writing her first book. That dream was hidden for years, always put on the back burner, filed away in the "someday" section, until her husband Matt gave her the kick in the pants she needed to actually get off her butt and write.

Jessica and Matt live in Southern California and have a serious addiction to reality tv shows like Pawn Stars and American Restoration. They have one son and hope to add to the family in the near future. Aside from writing, she runs an online event planning business called the Release Day Diva. In addition to novels, Jessica writes and maintains the blog Book on the Bright Side. Keep up with Jessica and her latest releases and events on her blog.

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My Thoughts - 3.5/5

The Harder I Fall is a wonderfully layed out heart wrenching story about a girl who had to grow up too early and a boy with a heart of gold.

Becca has had just about the shittiest life ever. The only thing she really lives for is ballet and her brother Chad. She's a strong character but she's closed off and unreceptive to the people who want to form relationships with her. She's focused, completely on her goals and doesn't want/plan to deviate an inch on them. I think she's kind of a selfish, naive girl. She really only thinks of herself, even when she and Levi start dating.

Levi is amazing. He knows what he wants and almost goes stalker doing so. He totally takes charge when Becca needs his help and that just made him awesome. I do think he was slightly douchy when he dumped her. He could have talked it out or handled it a bit better.

I do think the break was good for them though - at least for Becca. She needed to grow and learn more about herself. I think the way she took care of herself was horrible. She pulled herself out of it and started counseling, but only after she almost lost Chad.

I gave a 3.5 rating because I felt the book was a bit rushed at times. I really think this could have been a full length novel. I think it was easy to read and flowed well. There was a slight editing error towards the end regarding Chad's age, but other than that - very well done!!

Sunday, February 23, 2014

The Harder I Fall by Jessica Gibson

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Will Levi be able to crack through her tough exterior and really see the wounded soul underneath? Becca needs to be loved, but the question is, will she let Levi love her?

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