If you’re trying to find new books
to read or keep up with books in your
favorite genre, I suggest you follow your favorite authors on Twitter, if you’re
not already. That’s how I found out about Christina Lee’s All of You, and I am so glad I did, because I really loved this
book!
Avery is an independent, strong
willed, college student who likes to play the field, no strings attached.
Bennett isn’t willing to break promises he’s made to himself for a one night
stand. He’s saving himself for real
love. Avery isn’t sure she wants to open herself up to the possible heartache
that falling in love can cause. But neither Avery nor Bennett can resist the
other.
All
of You was a great read. Avery and Bennett have both dealt with some poor
parenting, practically raising themselves and being parents to their younger
siblings. And Avery’s past is even murkier
than just bad parenting. Getting to know these characters through Avery’s eyes
was a great journey. The characters seem like real people, people I know. Seeing
that is a book is a rare and wonderful occurrence.
I didn’t have any real issues with
the book. Bennett saving himself for love was my biggest problem in that you
don’t really see guys in real life like that (this coming from a girl who grew
up in a house with too much testosterone). His past did make it a bit more believable.
I just can’t decide if guys like him exist in real life. We can hope, right?
Overall, I really enjoyed the book.
The opening line was one of the best I’ve ever read. It was so captivating.
After that I couldn’t wait to read the rest. Now I’m looking forward to reading
Before You Break, which, luckily,
just came out and is ready to read!