When tragedy strikes Cooley Mountain Whitewater a year earlier, Alex's life is turned upside down. Now, her father is gone, her mother is taking some time out and Sean is back. That's the same Sean that Alex has grew up and worked with in years past. When Alex's father died, it changed a lot of things, including Alex's and Sean's relationship. They haven't talked since. There's also some new guys working for Alex at Cooley Mountain, that seem to keep things interesting.
With all of the fun that starts to happen, there's also some downsides, that include, some of Sean's friends come to visit (a few of which are girls) and a barn party that goes terribly wrong. With all of this happening, will Alex ever begin to feel normal again?
I loved Heartbreak River. It was a book that was hard to put down. Tricia Mills' writing pulled me into the story with the first chapter. Although, it is a sad book, it still has it's high points. It's also not your average romance novel, because there's more added in and it also makes you thing. This is a great debut novel and it has me looking forward to more from Ms. Mills. I would definitely recommend this one!
With all of the fun that starts to happen, there's also some downsides, that include, some of Sean's friends come to visit (a few of which are girls) and a barn party that goes terribly wrong. With all of this happening, will Alex ever begin to feel normal again?
I loved Heartbreak River. It was a book that was hard to put down. Tricia Mills' writing pulled me into the story with the first chapter. Although, it is a sad book, it still has it's high points. It's also not your average romance novel, because there's more added in and it also makes you thing. This is a great debut novel and it has me looking forward to more from Ms. Mills. I would definitely recommend this one!
My Thoughts: I really loved all the characters in this book. Even the ones we weren't "supposed" to like. I liked the whole concept of the book. It was summertime, there was water, it was a great book. I liked the girls in the book, I loved the guys in the book! It was one of the few that I've read this year that I really loved. Lately books have just been mediocre to me, but this one was really good and interesting. I wanted to keep reading it because I actually wanted too, not because I "needed" too. This book is full of parties, fights, flirtations, betrayals and jealousies! It is definitely worth a read!!!
Overall: Great Book!! Go To The Library Or Buy It! Add it to your To Be Read List!
Overall: Great Book!! Go To The Library Or Buy It! Add it to your To Be Read List!
Reviewed by Jaglvr for TeensReadToo.com
The Grayton River is nothing but HEARTBREAK RIVER to Alex Landon. The river claimed her father the previous summer, and she also blames the river for her breakup with Sean Kenley. She can't bring her father back, but she could've apologized to Sean, if only he hadn't had to move to Denver with his recently divorced mom for the school year.
So when Sean walks into Cooley Mountain Rafting to start his summer job, Alex is stunned. Her grandparents failed to warn her that they hired Sean on again. Alex still has feelings for Sean, and wants nothing more to apologize to him for how she acted the previous summer, and resume their romance.
But life won't be that simple for Alex. She's constantly fighting with her cousin and best friend, Mala. She's struggling with her grief over her father's death and her fear of the river. And Sean always seems to come into the office when one cute British employee, Tommy, is in full flirt mode.
As the summer plays out, Alex has to figure out how to approach each and every one of these issues. Some are harder to deal with than others, and some are downright tragic. By the end, will Alex have the summer she expected, or something even better?
If you're a fan of Hailey Abbott, then HEARTBREAK RIVER is right up your alley. This story might be a bit "heavier" than an Abbott book, but it still has the feel of a great beach read. The story contains romance, heartbreak, tears, and rebirth. This novel contains the perfect combination for a summer read.
The Grayton River is nothing but HEARTBREAK RIVER to Alex Landon. The river claimed her father the previous summer, and she also blames the river for her breakup with Sean Kenley. She can't bring her father back, but she could've apologized to Sean, if only he hadn't had to move to Denver with his recently divorced mom for the school year.
So when Sean walks into Cooley Mountain Rafting to start his summer job, Alex is stunned. Her grandparents failed to warn her that they hired Sean on again. Alex still has feelings for Sean, and wants nothing more to apologize to him for how she acted the previous summer, and resume their romance.
But life won't be that simple for Alex. She's constantly fighting with her cousin and best friend, Mala. She's struggling with her grief over her father's death and her fear of the river. And Sean always seems to come into the office when one cute British employee, Tommy, is in full flirt mode.
As the summer plays out, Alex has to figure out how to approach each and every one of these issues. Some are harder to deal with than others, and some are downright tragic. By the end, will Alex have the summer she expected, or something even better?
If you're a fan of Hailey Abbott, then HEARTBREAK RIVER is right up your alley. This story might be a bit "heavier" than an Abbott book, but it still has the feel of a great beach read. The story contains romance, heartbreak, tears, and rebirth. This novel contains the perfect combination for a summer read.
