Where You'll Find Me

3.5 stars — This was an up and down read for me. I was hella intrigued by the blurb, and I just needed a short satisfying YA read, you know? There were aspects I definitely loved, but I also felt like the story was a bit drawn out and boring at times…it was just missing something to take it up to full 4 stars. I think part of my reticence lie with my connection (or lack thereof) with Hanley. We catch her in full rebellion mode, but without understanding what happened to get her there — which we don’t find out until the second half of the book really, though there are hints. I don’t always mind that, but in this case I think I would have connected with her more if I understood what she was trying to distract herself from, why she was engaging in such unhealthy life choices. When we finally did get to see into her a bit more, I definitely felt for her, but I was surprised that the revelations didn’t emotionally affect me like I was expecting…I honestly don’t know why that was. I did appreciate seeing her slowly grow and change as her relationship with Nate developed. Because it wasn’t just that developing relationship, but he gave her a new perspective on life. Her friendships started to grow, her relationship with her sister lost some of its strain, and even her relationship with her parents grew at the end of the book. Those growths were slow and subtle and felt really believable to me. Nate was a cutie. I loved how he balanced her personality — he was kind, friendly, present. I hurt for what he was going through. I figured a few things out pretty early on, and was a bit frustrated when it didn’t occur to Hanley or her parents as quickly, but they must not be reading the same books and watching the same movies as me. 😛 In the end it wasn’t quite what I was hoping for, and I definitely have enjoyed other books by Ms. Fletcher more. But it satisfied the quick YA read for me.

It only took me 2 days to read this book. I couldn't wait to find out with each next page. I don't usually sit and read, but know I think I might just start. It's kinda funny how much of my first relationship I saw in this book. Keep them coming Ms. Fletcher, you'll always have a fan in me!

Touching story about two teenagers that understood each other. The ending of each chapter made you want to continue on to the next chapter. Very talented author, hope to read more books by her.