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Delicate
Sydney Pierce has just met the guy of her dreams… just don’t tell her psycho boyfriend, Trevor.
With a gorgeous boyfriend, a thriving gymnastics career and a stellar academic record, anyone would assume that Sydney has it all. That's precisely what the seventeen-year-old perfectionist wants you to believe, and she works hard to keep up the pretense. Especially now that there are cameras following her for a documentary on Olympic hopefuls.
When Grant, the charming new student, disrupts her carefully crafted routine, the cracks beneath her perfect façade begin to rise to the surface and despite Trevor's objections to their friendship, she can't stay away from him.
As her connection to Grant pulls her closer to him, the once lighthearted relationship with Trevor takes an intense and dark turn, forcing her into a position in which not only her happiness, but her safety is at stake. Can Sydney learn to let go of everything she is clinging to in order to gain everything she has ever wanted, or will she realize her breaking point too late?
With a gorgeous boyfriend, a thriving gymnastics career and a stellar academic record, anyone would assume that Sydney has it all. That's precisely what the seventeen-year-old perfectionist wants you to believe, and she works hard to keep up the pretense. Especially now that there are cameras following her for a documentary on Olympic hopefuls.
When Grant, the charming new student, disrupts her carefully crafted routine, the cracks beneath her perfect façade begin to rise to the surface and despite Trevor's objections to their friendship, she can't stay away from him.
As her connection to Grant pulls her closer to him, the once lighthearted relationship with Trevor takes an intense and dark turn, forcing her into a position in which not only her happiness, but her safety is at stake. Can Sydney learn to let go of everything she is clinging to in order to gain everything she has ever wanted, or will she realize her breaking point too late?
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First published May 9, 2013
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January 27, 2021
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17-year-old Sydney is a gymnast, but she’s also trying to make it through high school, and keep her boyfriend Trevor happy.
When new guy Grant starts at school, Sydney is shocked at the way that Trevor doesn’t trust her around him, and even starts hurting her when he gets angry or jealous.
Should Sydney stay with Trevor? Or should she be trying to get away from him?
This was an interesting YA contemporary romance, and is definitely the best book I have read by this author so far.
I liked Sydney, and I liked how passionate she was about gymnastics. The connection between both her and Grant, and her and Trevor was obvious, and she really did go out of her way to do nice things for both Grant and Trevor which showed how much she cared.
The storyline in this was pretty good, and even though I was shocked at the way Sydney took the blame when Trevor hit her, or made excuses for him, I know that that is probably the sort of thing that really happens in real life. I did get really annoyed at the way Trevor treated Sydney, and found it really bad the way he didn’t even care that he was hurting her!
I did like the gymnastics elements of the book, and I liked that Sydney had to train, and wasn’t the necessarily the best in the competition. There wasn’t as much made of the TV show element as there could have been though.
I liked the romance in this (with Grant, not Trevor), and I thought that Grant was really sweet. It was a little predictable in places, but I still liked it.
The ending was okay, and I liked that Sydney was finally happy, even if we didn’t really find out what happened to Trevor.
Overall; good YA contemporary romance,
7.5 out of 10.
17-year-old Sydney is a gymnast, but she’s also trying to make it through high school, and keep her boyfriend Trevor happy.
When new guy Grant starts at school, Sydney is shocked at the way that Trevor doesn’t trust her around him, and even starts hurting her when he gets angry or jealous.
Should Sydney stay with Trevor? Or should she be trying to get away from him?
This was an interesting YA contemporary romance, and is definitely the best book I have read by this author so far.
I liked Sydney, and I liked how passionate she was about gymnastics. The connection between both her and Grant, and her and Trevor was obvious, and she really did go out of her way to do nice things for both Grant and Trevor which showed how much she cared.
The storyline in this was pretty good, and even though I was shocked at the way Sydney took the blame when Trevor hit her, or made excuses for him, I know that that is probably the sort of thing that really happens in real life. I did get really annoyed at the way Trevor treated Sydney, and found it really bad the way he didn’t even care that he was hurting her!
I did like the gymnastics elements of the book, and I liked that Sydney had to train, and wasn’t the necessarily the best in the competition. There wasn’t as much made of the TV show element as there could have been though.
I liked the romance in this (with Grant, not Trevor), and I thought that Grant was really sweet. It was a little predictable in places, but I still liked it.
The ending was okay, and I liked that Sydney was finally happy, even if we didn’t really find out what happened to Trevor.
Overall; good YA contemporary romance,
7.5 out of 10.
July 28, 2014
Delicate was a good read.
I liked Sydney.
She always stuck by her dad and sister, even though it meant that her plans always fell through, and she knew Trevor wouldn't be best pleased.
It annoyed me when she apologized to him for hurting her, but i get that this is usual behavior in abusive relationships, so it didn't make me like her any less.
I really liked Grant.
He was so thoughtful and sweet, and i really liked and His and Sydney's relationship.
The ending was sweet, and i was really happy for Sydney.
Overall, a good read with likable characters. (All expect Trevor, anyway.)
I liked Sydney.
She always stuck by her dad and sister, even though it meant that her plans always fell through, and she knew Trevor wouldn't be best pleased.
It annoyed me when she apologized to him for hurting her, but i get that this is usual behavior in abusive relationships, so it didn't make me like her any less.
I really liked Grant.
He was so thoughtful and sweet, and i really liked and His and Sydney's relationship.
The ending was sweet, and i was really happy for Sydney.
Overall, a good read with likable characters. (All expect Trevor, anyway.)
July 27, 2012
OK, so I finished this book about 10 days ago and it's taken me until now to try and find the right words to express just how much I loved this book.
I am a huuge fan of Steph Campbell, so I was expecting good things from Delicate anyway but I was blown away by just how good it was and how well it dealt with the issues it tackled.
Sydney is a character from another of Steph's books, Grounding Quinn, and in Delicate we get to know more about her not-so-great past that's briefly mentioned in that book.
Sydney is an exceptionally talented gymnast who's training plan for Nationals has her practising twice a day, 6 days a week. She's always worn out with balancing training and schoolwork, and is constantly trying to make other people happy. Her dad is still devastated by the death of her mum not so long ago and her younger sister doesn't speak to her. Add a possessive boyfriend in to the pot and we have a mixed-up Sydney.
Then along comes new student, Grant. Sydney immediately feels a spark with him and he feels the same about her. The only problem is Trevor, Sydney's controlling, hot-headed boyfriend. He is NOT happy about Sydney's friendship with Grant and that's where things start going drastically wrong in Sydney's life as Trevor begins to control, manipulate and physically abuse her.
Where do I start with this?
Well, first off, my heart broke for Sydney and what she had to endure at the hands of Trevor. So many people have a story to tell, either their own or about someone they know, about physical abuse in a relationship and I think knowing that it's unfortunately so common is what makes it so hard to read about. Seeing it written down made me think of the person I know and imagine how she suffered.
I loved Sydney. She was a sweet, caring girl who always tried to make other people happy, even at her own expense. She was just a normal girl who happened to have a lot going on in her life. She always looked for the good in people, and I think that's how she ended up letting things go on for as long as they did.
I loved Grant and his unconditional friendship with Sydney. He was always there for her, offering advice but never pushing her in to anything. As much as he hated knowing what he knew he let Sydney come to her own realisation of when enough was enough so that it would be more likely that she wouldn't go back on that decision. He knew no one could force her in to making that decision before she was ready.
I HATED Trevor, but that was the point wasn't it. He was just an awful, awful character. I can't really think of anything else to say about him!
Delicate was well written, had a cast of great characters, and had me chewing on my thumbnail most of the way through, not good when you're trying to grow your nails!
I have REALLY struggled to write this review. I sometimes love a book so much that I end up sounding like a babbling idiot when it comes to reviewing it. This is one of those times!
All you need to know is that Delicate is a must read book. It's not easy going and will most likely make you cry but life is not always hearts and flowers, just as Sydney learned, and neither are books.
Oh, and I think the statistics and helpline number that Steph included at the end of the book were a brilliant idea. Like the saying goes, if just one person benefits from that info then that's one person out of the horrendous situation so many young people can find themselves in.
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I am a huuge fan of Steph Campbell, so I was expecting good things from Delicate anyway but I was blown away by just how good it was and how well it dealt with the issues it tackled.
Sydney is a character from another of Steph's books, Grounding Quinn, and in Delicate we get to know more about her not-so-great past that's briefly mentioned in that book.
Sydney is an exceptionally talented gymnast who's training plan for Nationals has her practising twice a day, 6 days a week. She's always worn out with balancing training and schoolwork, and is constantly trying to make other people happy. Her dad is still devastated by the death of her mum not so long ago and her younger sister doesn't speak to her. Add a possessive boyfriend in to the pot and we have a mixed-up Sydney.
Then along comes new student, Grant. Sydney immediately feels a spark with him and he feels the same about her. The only problem is Trevor, Sydney's controlling, hot-headed boyfriend. He is NOT happy about Sydney's friendship with Grant and that's where things start going drastically wrong in Sydney's life as Trevor begins to control, manipulate and physically abuse her.
Where do I start with this?
Well, first off, my heart broke for Sydney and what she had to endure at the hands of Trevor. So many people have a story to tell, either their own or about someone they know, about physical abuse in a relationship and I think knowing that it's unfortunately so common is what makes it so hard to read about. Seeing it written down made me think of the person I know and imagine how she suffered.
I loved Sydney. She was a sweet, caring girl who always tried to make other people happy, even at her own expense. She was just a normal girl who happened to have a lot going on in her life. She always looked for the good in people, and I think that's how she ended up letting things go on for as long as they did.
I loved Grant and his unconditional friendship with Sydney. He was always there for her, offering advice but never pushing her in to anything. As much as he hated knowing what he knew he let Sydney come to her own realisation of when enough was enough so that it would be more likely that she wouldn't go back on that decision. He knew no one could force her in to making that decision before she was ready.
I HATED Trevor, but that was the point wasn't it. He was just an awful, awful character. I can't really think of anything else to say about him!
Delicate was well written, had a cast of great characters, and had me chewing on my thumbnail most of the way through, not good when you're trying to grow your nails!
I have REALLY struggled to write this review. I sometimes love a book so much that I end up sounding like a babbling idiot when it comes to reviewing it. This is one of those times!
All you need to know is that Delicate is a must read book. It's not easy going and will most likely make you cry but life is not always hearts and flowers, just as Sydney learned, and neither are books.
Oh, and I think the statistics and helpline number that Steph included at the end of the book were a brilliant idea. Like the saying goes, if just one person benefits from that info then that's one person out of the horrendous situation so many young people can find themselves in.
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August 13, 2012
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Immediately after I finished with Steph Campbell’s Grounding Quinn, I purchased Delicate. This book focuses on Quinn’s best friend, Sydney and takes place the year prior to Grounding Quinn. There’s a lot of the same characters, however, no Ben. Sydney is an aspiring Olympic gymnast, and I did read this during the Olympics, so how’s that for perfect timing! :) She works hard at everything she does. Her desire to be everything to everyone drives her need for perfection as a daughter, friend, sister, girlfriend and athlete. It’s just Sydney, her dad and her younger sister, as her mother died a few years before in a hit and run accident. That being said, she feels like she has to try and hold her family together.
Enter the girlfriend part of Sydney’s life. She’s dating older guy, Trevor, and she’s never really felt worthy of his love. She feels like he can do much better, and because of that, I think she puts up with a lot of crap from him. Especially where her relationship with Grant is concerned. Grant is the new kid, and Sydney is paired with him for a class project. While she’s immediately drawn to him on some level, she does keep things platonic because she has Trevor. That doesn’t seem ok with Trevor though, and he becomes incredibly possessive and emotionally abusive towards Sydney. As time wears on, and more of a relationship develops between Grant and Sydney, Trevor’s jealousies translate to more abuse for Sydney…and she puts up with it and hides it from everyone, because she knows deep down Trevor just loves her so much. The only person she can’t hide this reality from is Grant. He cares too much for her and sees through the walls she’s putting up. Grant doesn’t pressure her to make a decision or force her hand when it comes to her relationship with Trevor. He’s just there and he cares and he takes care of her when she lets him. The way Sydney and Grant’s relationship unfolds and develops is beautiful and heartwarming.
I love that after all is said and done with Trevor and Sydney, she and Grant don’t rush into some relationship. He gives her time to heal and really think about what she wants. He wants her to want him because it’s the right time, and she is ready, and not because she finally got rid of Trevor, and Grant’s just there and comfortable, and safe and easy. Do I think that if Sydney’s mom would have been around her chances of dealing with Trevor’s abuse would be less? Yes and no. I think that moms are certainly very perceptive, but I also know that teenage girls can be very good at hiding what they need to. I think, if anything, maybe she just wouldn’t have felt like she couldn’t tell anyone, since most of the time she didn’t want to give added stress to her dad’s life.
Abuse happens in more relationships than it should. And sometimes it’s quiet and easy to hide and make excuses for it, but never should love hurt like that. I commend Ms. Campbell on taking on such a delicate topic and making such a wonderful story come out of it. Hopefully at least one girl can read this and know that she doesn’t have to put up with it – and that she deserves better.
I give this book 4 stars and recommend it to anyone looking for a heartwarming and emotional story about growing up and getting stronger and finding real love! :)
Quotable:
"Letting go is never easy. Especially when you can’t see where you’re going to land. But I’ve learned that sometimes, you just have to throw your weight behind the change. Take the chance that you might fall."
Immediately after I finished with Steph Campbell’s Grounding Quinn, I purchased Delicate. This book focuses on Quinn’s best friend, Sydney and takes place the year prior to Grounding Quinn. There’s a lot of the same characters, however, no Ben. Sydney is an aspiring Olympic gymnast, and I did read this during the Olympics, so how’s that for perfect timing! :) She works hard at everything she does. Her desire to be everything to everyone drives her need for perfection as a daughter, friend, sister, girlfriend and athlete. It’s just Sydney, her dad and her younger sister, as her mother died a few years before in a hit and run accident. That being said, she feels like she has to try and hold her family together.
Enter the girlfriend part of Sydney’s life. She’s dating older guy, Trevor, and she’s never really felt worthy of his love. She feels like he can do much better, and because of that, I think she puts up with a lot of crap from him. Especially where her relationship with Grant is concerned. Grant is the new kid, and Sydney is paired with him for a class project. While she’s immediately drawn to him on some level, she does keep things platonic because she has Trevor. That doesn’t seem ok with Trevor though, and he becomes incredibly possessive and emotionally abusive towards Sydney. As time wears on, and more of a relationship develops between Grant and Sydney, Trevor’s jealousies translate to more abuse for Sydney…and she puts up with it and hides it from everyone, because she knows deep down Trevor just loves her so much. The only person she can’t hide this reality from is Grant. He cares too much for her and sees through the walls she’s putting up. Grant doesn’t pressure her to make a decision or force her hand when it comes to her relationship with Trevor. He’s just there and he cares and he takes care of her when she lets him. The way Sydney and Grant’s relationship unfolds and develops is beautiful and heartwarming.
I love that after all is said and done with Trevor and Sydney, she and Grant don’t rush into some relationship. He gives her time to heal and really think about what she wants. He wants her to want him because it’s the right time, and she is ready, and not because she finally got rid of Trevor, and Grant’s just there and comfortable, and safe and easy. Do I think that if Sydney’s mom would have been around her chances of dealing with Trevor’s abuse would be less? Yes and no. I think that moms are certainly very perceptive, but I also know that teenage girls can be very good at hiding what they need to. I think, if anything, maybe she just wouldn’t have felt like she couldn’t tell anyone, since most of the time she didn’t want to give added stress to her dad’s life.
Abuse happens in more relationships than it should. And sometimes it’s quiet and easy to hide and make excuses for it, but never should love hurt like that. I commend Ms. Campbell on taking on such a delicate topic and making such a wonderful story come out of it. Hopefully at least one girl can read this and know that she doesn’t have to put up with it – and that she deserves better.
I give this book 4 stars and recommend it to anyone looking for a heartwarming and emotional story about growing up and getting stronger and finding real love! :)
Quotable:
"Letting go is never easy. Especially when you can’t see where you’re going to land. But I’ve learned that sometimes, you just have to throw your weight behind the change. Take the chance that you might fall."
December 4, 2012
Sydney (Quinn's best friend from 'Grounding Quinn') is an aspiring Olympic gymnast with a lot on her plate. She trains constantly for Nationals, is still dealing with the loss of her mother, and tries to make as much time as possible for school, her best friends, her dad and sister and her boyfriend Trevor. It's a lot to handle. Due to lack of funds, Syd signs up to do a documentary for gymnasts to take some of the financial burden off her dad. Cameras are following her around. Her boyfriend Trevor is not happy about this. When a new guy (Grant) starts at school and gets partnered with Syd in class, she starts to feel something for someone other then Trevor. Grant is a great friend to Syd. He really cares for Sydney and shows her how she deserves to be treated.
I felt for Sydney. Not only was she facing the loss of a parent, but her stress levels were really high. Her friends(Quinn and Tess) were great, and her dad really tries. Trevor... I hated Trevor. He was terrible. Abuse is not something anyone should condone. I loved Grant. He was so patient with Syd and loving.
It was a really great story. A little on the short side, The end had me on the edge of my seat... I wish the epilouge would have went longer- I wanted to see more of . But overall, I really enjoyed it!
I felt for Sydney. Not only was she facing the loss of a parent, but her stress levels were really high. Her friends(Quinn and Tess) were great, and her dad really tries. Trevor... I hated Trevor. He was terrible. Abuse is not something anyone should condone. I loved Grant. He was so patient with Syd and loving.
It was a really great story. A little on the short side, The end had me on the edge of my seat... I wish the epilouge would have went longer- I wanted to see more of . But overall, I really enjoyed it!
May 1, 2013
"Letting go is never easy. Especially when you can’t see where you’re going to land. But I’ve learned that sometimes, you just have to throw your weight behind the change. Take the chance that you may fall.”
The Grounding Quinn series is a series I've heard a lot about, so I took the chance and decided to read Delicate which is set before Grounding Quinn takes place, and I'm really glad I did. Delicate is a sweet YA read that deals with a very heavy subject, and I believe Steph Campbell wrote this story very believable for us readers.
I really enjoyed Delicate, it wasn't a great read but it was certainly a very entertaining one. It easily pulls you in from the very first page and doesn't let you go until the last. As a reader, I always love stories that gets me emotionally attachment to the characters, and that's just what Steph Campbell did. Sydney's story was very realistic and it brings a lot of awareness to girls who may be in the same situation, or know someone in the same situation as Sydney.
The characters were easy likeable and I thought Sydney and Grant made a perfect team, whether that being friends or in a relationship. Trevor was definitely a love/hate character because you like him to start with but of course, it turns to hate. I thought at one point that the reason for him acting the way he did was because he was using drugs (seems as the author mentioned him doing this at one point) however, that part of the story was never revisited and I'm not sure why it was relevant in the first place.
Even though there were some small holes in the plot, that doesn't stop this story from being enjoyable and I'll look forward to reading more from Steph Campbell in Grounding Quinn and her future works.
The Grounding Quinn series is a series I've heard a lot about, so I took the chance and decided to read Delicate which is set before Grounding Quinn takes place, and I'm really glad I did. Delicate is a sweet YA read that deals with a very heavy subject, and I believe Steph Campbell wrote this story very believable for us readers.
I really enjoyed Delicate, it wasn't a great read but it was certainly a very entertaining one. It easily pulls you in from the very first page and doesn't let you go until the last. As a reader, I always love stories that gets me emotionally attachment to the characters, and that's just what Steph Campbell did. Sydney's story was very realistic and it brings a lot of awareness to girls who may be in the same situation, or know someone in the same situation as Sydney.
The characters were easy likeable and I thought Sydney and Grant made a perfect team, whether that being friends or in a relationship. Trevor was definitely a love/hate character because you like him to start with but of course, it turns to hate. I thought at one point that the reason for him acting the way he did was because he was using drugs (seems as the author mentioned him doing this at one point) however, that part of the story was never revisited and I'm not sure why it was relevant in the first place.
Even though there were some small holes in the plot, that doesn't stop this story from being enjoyable and I'll look forward to reading more from Steph Campbell in Grounding Quinn and her future works.
March 15, 2014
A short but very well written YA. Sydney is a junior in high school carrying very heavy expectations on her shoulders. Her mom has passed away so she is trying to be there for her younger sister who is shutting her out, she is trying to be someone her busy dad is proud of, surviving school and competing on a very elite level in gymnastics, which is a huge time, effort, and financial commitment. She also seems to have the perfect boyfriend, but as the school year goes along and she starts to make friends with a new boy in school her boyfriend becomes increasingly physically abusive. Sydney must find the strength to believe in herself, to be true to herself and make her own life safe and happy.
July 18, 2012
This companion to Grounding Quinn was every bit as good as the original. Now even though Quinn is more my kind of girl than Syd, I loved this book. It works out your emotions. As a man it embarrassed me because of the fact abuse is so common. As a father of daughters it scared me for the same reason. As a lover of a good story it inspired me to see what people can endure and move on stronger than before. Read this book.
November 4, 2012
If you've read Grounding Quinn then you know Sydney, Quinn's best friend...this is her story and honestly I think this book needs to be put in the hands of every girl in middle school & high school. In this book Sydney is in an abusive relationship with her boyfriend and Steph handles the subject in a realistic and honest way and it was great to see Sydney slowly (and with the help of that sweet heart Grant) gain the strength to say enough is enough.
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The Simon & Schuster UK edition (in both ebook and paperback) releases May 9th, 2013, and contains updated and new content! :)
July 20, 2012
I haven't read any books about gymnasts before so I liked the topic, however I didn't really feel there was a lot of that in there. Sydney had a lot going on in her life and this was a short, quick book. I wanted to keep reading to find out who she would pick and what would happen next for her, but I didn't ever make the true connection to the characters....
July 29, 2012
This was a cute YA book. Very fast read. I just wish there was more passion between Syd and Grant. For him being the "man of her dreams" I thought there would be more of a connection between the two, which I just didn't feel. I wish there would have been more about gymnastics and the documentary being played out. Overall I enjoyed the book and will read Grounding Quinn.
March 22, 2013
I enjoyed this book very much!!! This is def a YA book but it dealt with some important issues that kept me flipping the pages. Can't wait to read more by this author ... Any author that's a friend of Abbi Glines is a friend of
mine :)
mine :)
August 6, 2012
A gorgeous read.
An intense situation.
A swoon-worthy boy.
And a fabulous romance.
LOVE. THIS.
An intense situation.
A swoon-worthy boy.
And a fabulous romance.
LOVE. THIS.
July 19, 2012
Stephanie Campbell can do no wrong. Loved this book! I'm hoping Tessa will get a book too...please? :)
December 30, 2018
Didn't like it at all honestly
February 20, 2014
As my first encounter to Steph Campbell book and it looks like has something I love in the story, I have high hope to this one. Unfortunately it didn't work for me.
First, I didn't quite like the main character, Sydney. I know she has a lot on her plate but her whine annoyed me most of the time. She also keep comparing herself to other girl friends, jealous of them and always feeling insecure, though I think she has something to be proud of, being a National gymnast is hard and a very good reason to be proud of herself.
Second, the way she tells her story is so flat and boring. It's like she read her story to me without any emotion in it. I can't feel anything. Hence it's so hard to connect with her. I also didn't understand why Grant fall in love with her. I mean, I can't feel her yet I want to know what part of her that makes him interested in her in first place. But I didn’t get anything.
Third, she is a gymnast but I don't get more description about it. There is one YA book about gymnastic I really liked, Letters to Nowhere. I cannot help to not compare it and there is a huge different between the two of them. In Letters to Nowhere, I was so curious about gymnastic, which is completely an alien sport for me, I wanted to know about it while and after I read it. But here, I couldn't care less since it's only mention and describe a little about it. And she's train for National but she doesn't seem train as hard as I thought a professional athlete should be while her coach, Sam seems too easy letting her skip her train yet at the same time doesn't realize when she trains with her injury.
Fourth, I don't know what the book wants to focus. At first, I thought it's about gymnast's life since Sydney is a gymnast who has "reality show" but as I mentioned above, there aren't enough gymnastic in it. Then, I thought maybe it's about Sydney and Trevor abusive relationship but it isn't as dark as the blurb stated. At least not as dark as similar YA story I’ve read. I also don't get enough background story about it. There is also Sydney's nightmares which mostly come from of what happened to her mom, again it doesn't describe well. She only tells it randomly, between her conversations with Grant. Basically most of "heavy" subject only describe in the surface. Everything felt in a rushed. It's like the author puts a little bit something here and there, like she puts a slice of tomato, a little bit bacon, a half of slice bread to become a sandwich. I get a lot of things but I'm not satisfied, I'm still hungry.
Fifth, maybe it’s just a teeny tiny thing but I found it quite distracted me. There are things that appear instantly, randomly and out of nowhere and then there isn’t anything that follows her sentence after that.
Those five things make me didn’t like it. But I think I should give credit to this book for telling the “heavy” subject. So that teenager more aware about it. It’s a very good thing, actually and I liked it. It’s even one of my favorite subjects in YA books, too bad it turn out differently. I guess it’s an okay book, then, though it isn’t for me.
First, I didn't quite like the main character, Sydney. I know she has a lot on her plate but her whine annoyed me most of the time. She also keep comparing herself to other girl friends, jealous of them and always feeling insecure, though I think she has something to be proud of, being a National gymnast is hard and a very good reason to be proud of herself.
Second, the way she tells her story is so flat and boring. It's like she read her story to me without any emotion in it. I can't feel anything. Hence it's so hard to connect with her. I also didn't understand why Grant fall in love with her. I mean, I can't feel her yet I want to know what part of her that makes him interested in her in first place. But I didn’t get anything.
Third, she is a gymnast but I don't get more description about it. There is one YA book about gymnastic I really liked, Letters to Nowhere. I cannot help to not compare it and there is a huge different between the two of them. In Letters to Nowhere, I was so curious about gymnastic, which is completely an alien sport for me, I wanted to know about it while and after I read it. But here, I couldn't care less since it's only mention and describe a little about it. And she's train for National but she doesn't seem train as hard as I thought a professional athlete should be while her coach, Sam seems too easy letting her skip her train yet at the same time doesn't realize when she trains with her injury.
Fourth, I don't know what the book wants to focus. At first, I thought it's about gymnast's life since Sydney is a gymnast who has "reality show" but as I mentioned above, there aren't enough gymnastic in it. Then, I thought maybe it's about Sydney and Trevor abusive relationship but it isn't as dark as the blurb stated. At least not as dark as similar YA story I’ve read. I also don't get enough background story about it. There is also Sydney's nightmares which mostly come from of what happened to her mom, again it doesn't describe well. She only tells it randomly, between her conversations with Grant. Basically most of "heavy" subject only describe in the surface. Everything felt in a rushed. It's like the author puts a little bit something here and there, like she puts a slice of tomato, a little bit bacon, a half of slice bread to become a sandwich. I get a lot of things but I'm not satisfied, I'm still hungry.
Fifth, maybe it’s just a teeny tiny thing but I found it quite distracted me. There are things that appear instantly, randomly and out of nowhere and then there isn’t anything that follows her sentence after that.
Those five things make me didn’t like it. But I think I should give credit to this book for telling the “heavy” subject. So that teenager more aware about it. It’s a very good thing, actually and I liked it. It’s even one of my favorite subjects in YA books, too bad it turn out differently. I guess it’s an okay book, then, though it isn’t for me.
August 10, 2012
So immediately after finishing Grounding Quinn, I picked up Delicate. I just couldn't resist!
Delicate takes place about a year before Grounding Quinn and includes many of the same character less Ben. It is yet another very realistic book by Steph Campbell! . It dealt with physical and emotional abuse and a girl's journey to finding her voice.
Sydney tries really hard to be perfect - the perfect athlete, girlfriend, student, and daughter and alot of times she does it at her own expense. Sydney doesn't understand what Trevor sees in her and doesn't necessarily think she is good enough to be Trevor's girlfriend. For this reason, I think she puts up with more from Trevor than she should. Trevor is so great that everything must be her fault right?
Things may have been different for Sydney if she had her mother around to talk to. Besides her crumbling relationship with Trevor, she is also dealing with her mother's death. Her mother's death has affected her relationships with her father and sister and many times I felt that it would have been rather lonely to be Sydney in a house where your father is always busy with work and your sister barely talks to you. I think it is another big reason that the idea of Trevor was one she couldn't let go of.
Trevor is selfish, jealous and not supportive. He is all sorts of wrong for Sydney but I think she likes the idea that this cute boy wants her and gives her attention. I felt sick to my stomach every time she would say "sorry" after Trevor did something to her. Her self-esteem coupled with the loss of her mother and the pressures of life had left her weak. I desperately wanted her to find her voice and begin to heal herself. If she could do that with Grant, it would just be a cherry on top of the sundae!
I absolutely LOVED Grant. He is exactly the type of guy I would want my daughter to date (she is three and I don't have to worry about that for awhile). Sydney spends so much time putting up this wall of strength and what she desperately needs is someone to take care of her. Grant is that person. He brings her soup when she is sick, offers her encouragement even when she thinks she isn't worthy and tries to protect her from her jerk of a boyfriend.
I am glad Steph Campbell wrote Delicate and touched on a very sensitive issue. I hope this book has or will help at least one young girl who may be in a similar situation as Sydney. This type of treatment is never okay and everyone is worth more than the type of life that involves physical and/or emotional abuse!
Delicate takes place about a year before Grounding Quinn and includes many of the same character less Ben. It is yet another very realistic book by Steph Campbell! . It dealt with physical and emotional abuse and a girl's journey to finding her voice.
Sydney tries really hard to be perfect - the perfect athlete, girlfriend, student, and daughter and alot of times she does it at her own expense. Sydney doesn't understand what Trevor sees in her and doesn't necessarily think she is good enough to be Trevor's girlfriend. For this reason, I think she puts up with more from Trevor than she should. Trevor is so great that everything must be her fault right?
Things may have been different for Sydney if she had her mother around to talk to. Besides her crumbling relationship with Trevor, she is also dealing with her mother's death. Her mother's death has affected her relationships with her father and sister and many times I felt that it would have been rather lonely to be Sydney in a house where your father is always busy with work and your sister barely talks to you. I think it is another big reason that the idea of Trevor was one she couldn't let go of.
Trevor is selfish, jealous and not supportive. He is all sorts of wrong for Sydney but I think she likes the idea that this cute boy wants her and gives her attention. I felt sick to my stomach every time she would say "sorry" after Trevor did something to her. Her self-esteem coupled with the loss of her mother and the pressures of life had left her weak. I desperately wanted her to find her voice and begin to heal herself. If she could do that with Grant, it would just be a cherry on top of the sundae!
I absolutely LOVED Grant. He is exactly the type of guy I would want my daughter to date (she is three and I don't have to worry about that for awhile). Sydney spends so much time putting up this wall of strength and what she desperately needs is someone to take care of her. Grant is that person. He brings her soup when she is sick, offers her encouragement even when she thinks she isn't worthy and tries to protect her from her jerk of a boyfriend.
I am glad Steph Campbell wrote Delicate and touched on a very sensitive issue. I hope this book has or will help at least one young girl who may be in a similar situation as Sydney. This type of treatment is never okay and everyone is worth more than the type of life that involves physical and/or emotional abuse!
June 9, 2013
In Delicate, we get the story of Sydney (who is best friends with Quinn of Grounding Quinn). She works hard to be the gymnast she is and it is pretty much her whole life. Still though, she manages to have time for a boyfriend and to get great grades. While her friends think she has the perfect life, Sydney think otherwise. She’s exhausted all of the time, feels the strain at school and has no idea how do deal with Trevor, her boyfriend at times. All of Sydney’s problems are hidden from the outside world though… until she takes part in a documentary showcasing young athletes.
Early on in this book (although not a long one) I could tell that I was going to like it more than Grounding Quinn. I liked Sydney a hell of a lot more than I did Quinn and the things that bugged me in the other book were not in this one at all. Sydney is a very strong and determined character who does her best all of the time. She works so hard to have her gymnastic career but then she also has to deal with going to school, homework and her friends/ boyfriend at the same time. That’s a lot for anyone to take on and to deal with well. Sydney is the sweetest of girls too because she always wants to make other people happy, probably why a lot of her life a secret behind closed doors.
When Sydney is paired up with the new guy Grant for a class project, Trevor is far from happy. He doesn’t want Sydney being friends with Grant or spending any time with him. Up until this point, Trevor seemed like a pretty okay guy but slowly, his aggressive and possessive sides begin to seep out. Sydney doesn’t have much of a choice about working with Grant but she also really likes him as a friend. He seems to get her and doesn’t judge at all when things begin to go wrong. Grant was a lovely character and he quite obviously cared a lot about Sydney and what was going on in her life.
Although quite a short book, Steph Campbell packs a lot into this one. Delicate tackles some pretty serious issues such as domestic abuse and I liked the way that it was done. Instead of being overdone, I got the point without it ever being too much. Delicate also has a sweet romance going on throughout which was a nice contrast to the more serious issues. In Grounding Quinn, I found the pacing to be extremely strange and all over the place but luckily, that wasn’t the case with this one. The whole plot flowed really nicely and it also managed to have some good character development in those short pages too.
After reading another Steph Campbell book, I would happily give a different series of hers a try.
Early on in this book (although not a long one) I could tell that I was going to like it more than Grounding Quinn. I liked Sydney a hell of a lot more than I did Quinn and the things that bugged me in the other book were not in this one at all. Sydney is a very strong and determined character who does her best all of the time. She works so hard to have her gymnastic career but then she also has to deal with going to school, homework and her friends/ boyfriend at the same time. That’s a lot for anyone to take on and to deal with well. Sydney is the sweetest of girls too because she always wants to make other people happy, probably why a lot of her life a secret behind closed doors.
When Sydney is paired up with the new guy Grant for a class project, Trevor is far from happy. He doesn’t want Sydney being friends with Grant or spending any time with him. Up until this point, Trevor seemed like a pretty okay guy but slowly, his aggressive and possessive sides begin to seep out. Sydney doesn’t have much of a choice about working with Grant but she also really likes him as a friend. He seems to get her and doesn’t judge at all when things begin to go wrong. Grant was a lovely character and he quite obviously cared a lot about Sydney and what was going on in her life.
Although quite a short book, Steph Campbell packs a lot into this one. Delicate tackles some pretty serious issues such as domestic abuse and I liked the way that it was done. Instead of being overdone, I got the point without it ever being too much. Delicate also has a sweet romance going on throughout which was a nice contrast to the more serious issues. In Grounding Quinn, I found the pacing to be extremely strange and all over the place but luckily, that wasn’t the case with this one. The whole plot flowed really nicely and it also managed to have some good character development in those short pages too.
After reading another Steph Campbell book, I would happily give a different series of hers a try.
February 3, 2013
I don't usually read young adult fiction but picked this one up because it came up in my search of gymnastics books (which it isn't really, the gymnastics subplot is secondary).
I guess I should read YA books with a teenager in mind. What I liked about this book was the subject matter. Lots of teens are involved in abusive relationships and I think it is great that there are books like this one which tackle what is an important and difficult issue.
I didn't particularly like that Sydney's escape from her abusive boyfriend came at the hands of a perfect cute new boy. Young girls should know that they can leave an abusive guy even without a knight in shining armor swooping in to save the day (literally, several times). I think that the author introduced the new boy as a counterpoint to the abusive guy, to show girls healthy and unhealthy behavior in contrast, so I appreciate the motive, but question the execution. While the new boy basically told her to do an "I choose me," they do end up together in the end and it is clear that she would have jumped straight into a relationship with him if left to her own devices.
Also, as a parent, I was really irritated by the fact that Sydney's father just went along with her request not to press charges against the boyfriend who, among other things, pushed her down the stairs and punched her in the face. What message does that send? That it is more important to keep quiet and avoid embarrassment than to keep an abuser from abusing again? That being abused is shameful? By all accounts Sydney's ex was happily living his life while she was laid up in a hospital. I can understand that at that point the author probably wanted to wrap up the book and didn't want to get into a drawn out legal thing, but there are ways (I can think of several off the bat) she could have dealt with this.
In the end, YA fiction is YA fiction. This one is not bad but the author probably could have been a little bit more conscientious about the message she sends.
I guess I should read YA books with a teenager in mind. What I liked about this book was the subject matter. Lots of teens are involved in abusive relationships and I think it is great that there are books like this one which tackle what is an important and difficult issue.
I didn't particularly like that Sydney's escape from her abusive boyfriend came at the hands of a perfect cute new boy. Young girls should know that they can leave an abusive guy even without a knight in shining armor swooping in to save the day (literally, several times). I think that the author introduced the new boy as a counterpoint to the abusive guy, to show girls healthy and unhealthy behavior in contrast, so I appreciate the motive, but question the execution. While the new boy basically told her to do an "I choose me," they do end up together in the end and it is clear that she would have jumped straight into a relationship with him if left to her own devices.
Also, as a parent, I was really irritated by the fact that Sydney's father just went along with her request not to press charges against the boyfriend who, among other things, pushed her down the stairs and punched her in the face. What message does that send? That it is more important to keep quiet and avoid embarrassment than to keep an abuser from abusing again? That being abused is shameful? By all accounts Sydney's ex was happily living his life while she was laid up in a hospital. I can understand that at that point the author probably wanted to wrap up the book and didn't want to get into a drawn out legal thing, but there are ways (I can think of several off the bat) she could have dealt with this.
In the end, YA fiction is YA fiction. This one is not bad but the author probably could have been a little bit more conscientious about the message she sends.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
July 18, 2012
Now I have to reread Grounding Quinn since we get a good insight of her character in this one!! Not surprised I loved this one just as much, Campbell's character building and ability to tackle real teen angst and emotion is refreshing! Wow I am so moved I actually have to take a minute to collect my thoughts! Stephanie Campbell really did a number on me when she introduced me to Sydney in this moving tale of a talented young girl struggling to always do the right thing! Sydney is a renowned gymnast with a grueling schedule to follow in preparation for Nationals. On top of that she has signed on to do a reality show that will chronicle her gymnastics and her life! And what a life she leads!! Her mother has passed away leaving her family life missing essentials every family needs, making it hard for them to be a family unit. Her sister barely speaks to her and her father is still grieving, Sydney goes above and beyond to make them happy. But it's her relationship with her boyfriend Trevor that makes this story so emotional. His possessiveness and inability to respect physical boundaries break Sydney's happy facade. Because when Grant moves into town and starts showing an interest in Sydney, Trevor starts lashing out, physically! I must say that I truly felt sorry for this poor girl who had the weight of the world on her shoulders. Her constant struggle between making herself happy and making others happy was a difficult journey, and her strength was moving! I loved her relationship with Grant, how he helped her realize life was nothing without happiness, how he constantly reminded her of just how great she was. I like how Campbell focused on the struggle to realize your own self worth, the struggles that come with relationships where too much is expected, and her ability to put it all into perspective! I loved the outcome and will gladly recommend this to my friends! Grant is definitely on the top of my list of best book boyfriend's!! He is so swoon worthy!
October 29, 2012
Well, this was an emotional book, that I honestly wasn't prepared for. I mean, I knew it was going to have some serious issues, but this book was a bit more intense that I thought it would be. I mean that in a good way. It brought attention to teen abuse. You don't often think about physical abuse happening between high school couples, but it does. While this book deals with a very serious issue, there was a light at the end.
My heart broke for Sydney. She is dealing with the loss of her mother and training for gymnastic Nationals. I wasn't a gymnast, but I did swim competitively. I also had a demanding training schedule, which can leave little time for outside activities. It takes a an extremely dedicated person to stay disciplined in a training regimen like Sydney had. She's focused on her gymnastics career, but still wants to have a life. Sydney thought Trevor had been a great boyfriend for her, even if he did get jealous from time to time. But, after she meets the new kid, Grant, their picture perfect relationship doesn't look as pretty as it once did.
I simply adored Grant. There is just something magnetic about his character that drew me in. Yes, he's cute, sweet, and attentive, but there's just that special something about him that you love. It's probably just the simple fact that he showed Sydney respect and love. Whatever it was, I loved him and thought he was perfect for Sydney. He's the type of kid that you'd be thrilled to have your daughter dating.
The story was emotional and had me on the verge of tears a few times. I was happy with the ending and was sad to say goodbye. If you are a fan of YA romance that also deals with some heavier issues, this is a great pick for you. This is the second book I've read by Steph Campbell and I will continue to read more of her work. Definitely check it out.
My heart broke for Sydney. She is dealing with the loss of her mother and training for gymnastic Nationals. I wasn't a gymnast, but I did swim competitively. I also had a demanding training schedule, which can leave little time for outside activities. It takes a an extremely dedicated person to stay disciplined in a training regimen like Sydney had. She's focused on her gymnastics career, but still wants to have a life. Sydney thought Trevor had been a great boyfriend for her, even if he did get jealous from time to time. But, after she meets the new kid, Grant, their picture perfect relationship doesn't look as pretty as it once did.
I simply adored Grant. There is just something magnetic about his character that drew me in. Yes, he's cute, sweet, and attentive, but there's just that special something about him that you love. It's probably just the simple fact that he showed Sydney respect and love. Whatever it was, I loved him and thought he was perfect for Sydney. He's the type of kid that you'd be thrilled to have your daughter dating.
The story was emotional and had me on the verge of tears a few times. I was happy with the ending and was sad to say goodbye. If you are a fan of YA romance that also deals with some heavier issues, this is a great pick for you. This is the second book I've read by Steph Campbell and I will continue to read more of her work. Definitely check it out.
February 11, 2014
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For anyone that’s read Grounding Quinn, you know who Sydney is, but what you don’t know about her my shock you. This is a tough story to read at times, and for a good reason – it’s something I’m sure a lot of girls experience in their lives… and it’s sad. Her boyfriend Trevor is becoming more and more controlling and abusive. But Sydney is is taking it all in stride, trying to see the positive in everything. She’s working on her gymnastics, still grieving the death of her mother – and now is working with a documentary crew who is filming her for a film on Olympic Hopefuls. This girl has more than enough on her plate.
Trevor….. well he use to be her savior, the one person she could count on to help her through everything, but once he isn’t getting enough attention from her things start going down hill fast…. and in walks Grant.
Grant is a new student at their high school, and he and Sydney hit it off right from the start. They share a connection – one she hasn’t felt with Trevor in a very long time. As things progress Grant gets the feeling that something bad is going on between Sydney and her boyfriend and he wants to help. But that would make everything real – and Sydney can’t have that.
We get to see Sydney and Grant’s relationship forge from the beginning and watch as he helps her realize she can’t continue on with Trevor, and that things will only get worse.
The story is sad, beautiful, and very real.
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For anyone that’s read Grounding Quinn, you know who Sydney is, but what you don’t know about her my shock you. This is a tough story to read at times, and for a good reason – it’s something I’m sure a lot of girls experience in their lives… and it’s sad. Her boyfriend Trevor is becoming more and more controlling and abusive. But Sydney is is taking it all in stride, trying to see the positive in everything. She’s working on her gymnastics, still grieving the death of her mother – and now is working with a documentary crew who is filming her for a film on Olympic Hopefuls. This girl has more than enough on her plate.
Trevor….. well he use to be her savior, the one person she could count on to help her through everything, but once he isn’t getting enough attention from her things start going down hill fast…. and in walks Grant.
Grant is a new student at their high school, and he and Sydney hit it off right from the start. They share a connection – one she hasn’t felt with Trevor in a very long time. As things progress Grant gets the feeling that something bad is going on between Sydney and her boyfriend and he wants to help. But that would make everything real – and Sydney can’t have that.
We get to see Sydney and Grant’s relationship forge from the beginning and watch as he helps her realize she can’t continue on with Trevor, and that things will only get worse.
The story is sad, beautiful, and very real.
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May 14, 2013
To anyone looking in, Sydney Pierce has it all. Promising gymnastics career, attentive boyfriend, Trevor, great friends and brilliant grades at school. But on the inside, Sydney feels like she can barely keep it all together.
When Sydney meets Grant, the new boy at her school, he makes it clear what his feelings for her are. He sees into the heart of her, past the barriers she builds around herself. Sydney can’t deny the attraction she feels for Grant...and unfortunately, neither can Trevor, who shows Sydney a side to him she has never seen before.
Sydney is a character that really takes a hold on you. I felt almost maternal over her, wanted to protect her from the world and tell her to stop trying to be so perfect - she already was pretty great to start with.
Delicate is a a somewhat short book, and yet it feels fuller than a lot I have read recently. What it lacks in length it more than makes up for in content. I adored Sydney’s interactions with Grant. He’s the guy you want for yourself, your friend, your daughter. A guy who simply wants the best for the girl he loves.
There are very serious issues raised in Delicate. At times it was brilliantly done, but at others it didn’t quite feel realistic to me. I know that all stories are different and not all cases are the same, but I think if there had been hints at Trevor’s jealousy and temper earlier in their relationship, it would have made it more believable to me.
That being said, it is still a very gripping and emotional book.
When Sydney meets Grant, the new boy at her school, he makes it clear what his feelings for her are. He sees into the heart of her, past the barriers she builds around herself. Sydney can’t deny the attraction she feels for Grant...and unfortunately, neither can Trevor, who shows Sydney a side to him she has never seen before.
Sydney is a character that really takes a hold on you. I felt almost maternal over her, wanted to protect her from the world and tell her to stop trying to be so perfect - she already was pretty great to start with.
Delicate is a a somewhat short book, and yet it feels fuller than a lot I have read recently. What it lacks in length it more than makes up for in content. I adored Sydney’s interactions with Grant. He’s the guy you want for yourself, your friend, your daughter. A guy who simply wants the best for the girl he loves.
There are very serious issues raised in Delicate. At times it was brilliantly done, but at others it didn’t quite feel realistic to me. I know that all stories are different and not all cases are the same, but I think if there had been hints at Trevor’s jealousy and temper earlier in their relationship, it would have made it more believable to me.
That being said, it is still a very gripping and emotional book.
November 27, 2012
Loved this book! Truly loved it.
I tend to stay away from books involving any form of abuse but Delicate has forever changed that.
I adored Sydney. She is a strong and admirable young women. The type of person that every young girl should strive to be. There were times I was so frustrated with her. I just wanted to hug her and fix everything. In the end, she proved how incredibly strong she could be.
I thought Grant was an exceptional character. His loyalty to Sydney was admirable and he was exactly what I would've wanted for her. His understanding and compassion towards her was just so wonderful. He was strong and protective and gave Sydney exactly what she needed when she needed it. You don't often find a better character than Grant.
Trevor was a total jerk-face! I hate even writing his name. I would've loved nothing more than to jump in this book and stop him from every hurting Sydney. From a girl that's non confrontational, that speaks volumes. Had I never read the books summary, I still would've disliked him from the beginning. I despised that was he was so possessive. He just gave me a bad feeling from the first time Sydney mentioned him.
Delicate is a must read! It's honest and beautifully written. One of my favorite books of 2012!
I tend to stay away from books involving any form of abuse but Delicate has forever changed that.
I adored Sydney. She is a strong and admirable young women. The type of person that every young girl should strive to be. There were times I was so frustrated with her. I just wanted to hug her and fix everything. In the end, she proved how incredibly strong she could be.
I thought Grant was an exceptional character. His loyalty to Sydney was admirable and he was exactly what I would've wanted for her. His understanding and compassion towards her was just so wonderful. He was strong and protective and gave Sydney exactly what she needed when she needed it. You don't often find a better character than Grant.
Trevor was a total jerk-face! I hate even writing his name. I would've loved nothing more than to jump in this book and stop him from every hurting Sydney. From a girl that's non confrontational, that speaks volumes. Had I never read the books summary, I still would've disliked him from the beginning. I despised that was he was so possessive. He just gave me a bad feeling from the first time Sydney mentioned him.
Delicate is a must read! It's honest and beautifully written. One of my favorite books of 2012!
December 21, 2012
This is a straight up Young Adult book No hot sex scenes -
Which is totally cool sometimes I just need some
straight up heart thumping Love!
At first I was not digging Sydney I couldn't figure out why she was getting jealous over Grant when she only hung out with him for a few days and she had a totally hot boyfriend- now that doesn't mean I didn't feel her jealously and I'm pretty sure I would have felt the same way- didn't make it right. Slowly psycho Trevor came out and her excuses began- which made me want to slap her. Grant now he is truly a Dream in every way possible!
Heart warming love story.
I love that the author Steph Campbell gives a website for abuse and hotline for young girls (or young men I'm sure) can get help if they are in a similar situation.
Quote:
"If you're asking what I think you are, I don't think relationships should be like our wrestling matches. Relationships are supposed to make you happy, and bring something good to your life. When that stops, for me at least, then it's time to think about moving on. It's just my opinion, of course, but I think you should get out while you still have some peace of mind. Why stick around until you're yelling mercy, you know?"
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Which is totally cool sometimes I just need some
straight up heart thumping Love!
At first I was not digging Sydney I couldn't figure out why she was getting jealous over Grant when she only hung out with him for a few days and she had a totally hot boyfriend- now that doesn't mean I didn't feel her jealously and I'm pretty sure I would have felt the same way- didn't make it right. Slowly psycho Trevor came out and her excuses began- which made me want to slap her. Grant now he is truly a Dream in every way possible!
Heart warming love story.
I love that the author Steph Campbell gives a website for abuse and hotline for young girls (or young men I'm sure) can get help if they are in a similar situation.
Quote:
"If you're asking what I think you are, I don't think relationships should be like our wrestling matches. Relationships are supposed to make you happy, and bring something good to your life. When that stops, for me at least, then it's time to think about moving on. It's just my opinion, of course, but I think you should get out while you still have some peace of mind. Why stick around until you're yelling mercy, you know?"
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December 25, 2012
I read this book last night and really like it. I enjoy books that have to deal with relationship that goo off the deep end. This story has to do with abuse in a relationship. It it well done and well written. At times, I felt such anger that I wanted to beat the guy down.
The plot is good. You have a good girl with a very popular boy. He is everything that you can imagine. Cute, popular and all the girls want him. I like that the downhill to their relationship starts off small. First will name-calling, the pushing, the full on. It starts off with little things starting big fights to anything starting a fight. Reading this story got harder towards to end cause I so wanted her to desperately leave him already!!!
There is a love interest which I felt glad for. He gave he stance in her life and stood aside at arms length just waiting for her to reach out for him. I like that he is always around so whenever things escalated he was there to step in and help. He came whenever she needed him, no questions asked.
Delicate is a great read! It's one of those books that will stick in your mind for a while. Intense and emotional, Delicate is awesome.
The plot is good. You have a good girl with a very popular boy. He is everything that you can imagine. Cute, popular and all the girls want him. I like that the downhill to their relationship starts off small. First will name-calling, the pushing, the full on. It starts off with little things starting big fights to anything starting a fight. Reading this story got harder towards to end cause I so wanted her to desperately leave him already!!!
There is a love interest which I felt glad for. He gave he stance in her life and stood aside at arms length just waiting for her to reach out for him. I like that he is always around so whenever things escalated he was there to step in and help. He came whenever she needed him, no questions asked.
Delicate is a great read! It's one of those books that will stick in your mind for a while. Intense and emotional, Delicate is awesome.
July 23, 2012
What a fantastic read! It's difficult, I assume, to write about such a 'delicate' issue but Ms. Campbell did it with such emotion and truth that it was just a great read. Not only was it a great issue to shine more light on but the plot of the story and the romance between Sydney and grant (*sigh* dreamy grant) was just so sweet. I loved that this book was not exactly a prequel to Ms. Campbell's 'grounding quin' but like a explanation on how Quinn's friends Sydney and Grant came to be that amazing couple. After I finished this book I went ahead and re read Grounding Quin just so the group of characters' lives' kept going and it felt like 1 fantastic book instead of 2.
I'm looking forward to the second book to follow Grounding Quinn seeing as I love these characters and it's great to be able to see how they are doing. It's like revisiting awesome friends you don't get to see that often :)
Great job Ms. Campbell :)
November 21, 2014
I wish I saw more of Grant and Sydney together in the end. And I do wish SO much that I saw more confrontation between Grant and Trevor.
Even though looking back I can't remember much happening. But I read the whole story straight through. Between Trevor and Grant scenes, it kept me interested.
I absolutely loved the fact that Trevor wasn't written off as the bad guy at first. I mean we know he is going into the book but you start off the first few times you see him and go "Aw, I like him. What's wrong with him?".
Oh yeah, and after 163 books I've read before this, this is the ONLY book I will probably always remember the first chapter. It just stuck to me. I read it and immediately said "DAYYUM". It was real shit, people.
But I think it's worth noting that I liked this book a lot better than Grounding Quinn, although I like Quinn's outspokeness much better just as a character trait. I felt like Sydney barely spoke to her friends.
Even though looking back I can't remember much happening. But I read the whole story straight through. Between Trevor and Grant scenes, it kept me interested.
I absolutely loved the fact that Trevor wasn't written off as the bad guy at first. I mean we know he is going into the book but you start off the first few times you see him and go "Aw, I like him. What's wrong with him?".
Oh yeah, and after 163 books I've read before this, this is the ONLY book I will probably always remember the first chapter. It just stuck to me. I read it and immediately said "DAYYUM". It was real shit, people.
But I think it's worth noting that I liked this book a lot better than Grounding Quinn, although I like Quinn's outspokeness much better just as a character trait. I felt like Sydney barely spoke to her friends.
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