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TravelersWife4Life (31 KP) rated No Turning Back in Books
Feb 23, 2021
This is the debut novel by Katie Vorreiter and wow. This book grabbed me from the literal first page. Quite a few authors first books are not always their best work as they are still learning. This book however, did not read like a first book! It had a great story build up with lots of twists that were fun and surprising. The character development was spot on and I really felt a connection to the characters. Livvy and Tobin had great play off each other and interacted well with the sub characters.
This story deals with a wide range of emotions and struggles, and does not get overly dramatic with them. It kept the emotions to a believable level. I so enjoyed this book from beginning to end and I cannot wait to read more from Katie Vorreiter. So many unexpected twists! I literally can not stop replaying the story in my head. I don't often reread books, but I will definitely will be rereading this one. I give this book a 5 out of 5 stars for the creativity of intertwining God in every aspect of the characters’ lives, having a well-developed plot, and for making me smile. If her next book is anything like this one she will be an autobuy author for me.
Merissa (11935 KP) rated As The Secrets Turn (My Darkest Secret #3) in Books
Mar 1, 2023
The story is woven nicely from beginning to end, although I did find certain phrases repeated throughout - for example, the colour of her skin against his. Some of the events also seemed a little hard to swallow but they fitted in with the rest of the book. Other happenings were very true to life and made me smile.
I found this book to be a fitting conclusion to Madi and Justin's story, showcasing the hardships and trials Madi has been through and showing her strength and durability, her willingness to fight for those who can't, and how, above all, she is a survivor.
Although you don't have to have read books 1 and 2, I do think it worthwhile to do so, just so you get the full benefit of the complete story arc. Recommended by me.
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Merissa
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