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Where You Lead
Posted on November 7th, 2018 No comments“Where You Lead” by Leslea WahlThis book was like “National Treasure,” only with teen leading characters. I couldn’t put it down!When Eve has a vision of a young man named Nick, she’s determined to find him. The problem is, she has no idea where he is. Once she discovers his location, she has another problem: he lives clear across the country! But when God is on your side, He can work miracles. Soon, Eve and her parents are moving to the same city where Nick lives … which brings a new problem: how is Eve going to find one person in this huge city? And what are they supposed to do once they finally meet?I found this novel to be entertaining and enjoyable. Problem after problem is thrown into Eve’s path, but she keeps pushing toward the goal. Romans 8:31 definitely came to mind as I was reading. And, boy, did Eve need God’s help!Both Eve and Nick are likable characters, which is so important. I can’t root for someone I don’t want to spend time with. Because I liked them, I was worried whenever danger touched them. That’s what happens when you knock over stones to uncover a mystery. There is always someone who wants to stop you. The fact that Eve and Nick were amateurs in the treasure-hunting business only added to my concern for their well-being.This book will give you fresh understanding of trusting God in all things. -
The Perfect Blindside
Posted on April 4th, 2018 No comments“The Perfect Blindside” by Leslea WahlI absolutely loved reading this book.When Jake Taylor turns up in Silver Springs, Colorado, he’s expecting mind-numbing boredom. How could this small town even compare to the excitement he’s been living ever since he won the silver medal at the Winter Olympics? Snowboarding has become his very existence, and he doesn’t have time to go to school like an ordinary high schooler.Sophie Metcalf does her best to ignore their popular new celebrity. Ever since Jake tailgated her and made her run a stop sign, resulting in a traffic ticket, she’s been mad at him. But it seems like Jake’s goal in life is to aggravate her. She makes it clear on the very first day of school that she can’t stand him, but her glares only seem to encourage him to antagonize her.Looking for a little excitement, Jake decides to try finding the mine his dad read about in the paper. That one decision sets events in motion, both good and bad. Coming along for the ride is the least likely person — Sophie.I was struck by how in-tune Leslea Wahl is with high school life. No wonder Jake was skeptical about the kids trying to be his friends! It’s not easy finding someone who is truly authentic. Maybe that’s why Sophie interested him. She was quite open about her feelings for him.I enjoyed the humorous moments, especially in Jake and Sophie’s thoughts. It made me like them even more.There is also great suspense, with the right touch of mystery and danger. You can’t help but connect with the characters. So when their lives were in danger, I wanted to protect them from harm. All I could do was hold my breath and hope everything would turn out okay.I wish I could get amnesia for a few days just so I can read this book again without knowing what’s going to happen! As I’m sure you can tell, I highly recommend this entertaining novel. -
An Unexpected Role
Posted on March 18th, 2018 No commentsAn Unexpected Role by Leslea WahlThis book is a must read!Josie thought she was escaping her problems when she left for South Carolina, but her troubles were about to get a lot worse. When her Aunt Lily brings up the string of thefts happening around the island, Josie should have hopped on the first plane for home. But how could she know the robberies would invade her life as well? She’s happy she came … especially when she meets a handsome young man who is working for Lily’s friend, Tom Mullens. And Niko isn’t the only attractive boy on the island. Ryan McNaulty came all the way from Josie’s town to play baseball for the local team. As the story progresses, Josie starts falling for Niko while keeping Ryan at bay. He represents the terrible kids at school who mocked and teased her. But then she starts spending time with Ryan, trying to solve the crime spree that has hit the island. Maybe she was wrong about him…Leslea Wahl paints an accurate picture of high school life. The reader feels for Josie, who is undeserving of the other kids’ cruel teasing. It’s understandable that she wants to get far away.When Niko responded to Josie’s attention, I was happy for her. And I enjoyed watching Josie and Ryan bicker as they tried to figure out their rocky relationship. Mixed in with the romance is a mystery that keeps heating up until it finally boils over and someone you would never expect gets burned. This author knows how to speed up your heart rate and raise your fear level as she puts her lovable characters in jeopardy!The book was far from predictable. It had twists I never saw coming. It has a wonderful story line that keeps you guessing.I definitely recommend this book. It’s very well done.The publisher has provided me with a complimentary copy of this book through BookCrash.