Summer Snow

(Second Review at the bottom) Although I didn't find this book hard to put down like the first one, I still enjoyed it very much and, strange though it seems to actually say this, I thought the ending was good. I'm hardly *ever* satisfied with endings to books, so that was a surprise. To clarify: I......more

"Don't wall yourself behind some unquenchable hate. Don't you know that you're only building a stronghold around yourself? Janice and Simon may not be able to get in, but don't forget that when you build a fortress this impenetrable, you won't be able to get out." These were Nellie's (Julia's grandm......more

Subtle longing fills this beautiful book. I love Julia's evolution from bitterness to acceptance and the very real obstacles she faces as an unmarried teen. She's smart, deep, and thoughtful, all mixed together with insecurity. Baart made me want to live with Julia's grandmother, made me want to pai......more

2nd in series about pregnant 19 year old who has dropped out of college. Realistic portrayal of mindset and thinking of a young person.......more