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Catching You
This was supposed to be the best summer of Lauren’s life. It turns out to be the worst.
After Lauren wakes up in the hospital and learns that her boyfriend Ryan has died, her life slowly begins to unravel. She soon begins receiving mysterious text messages that make her wonder if his death was even an accident like everyone is saying. She finds herself leaning on Nick, her boyfriend’s best friend, for support. He tells her tidbits about Ryan’s life that make her wonder if she even knew her own boyfriend at all. Now, she’s even more determined to learn the truth about Ryan’s death and she wonders who she’s able to trust. She starts confiding in her best friend, Bryn, until she remembers something about the accident that makes her wonder if she’s trusted the wrong person the entire time. She’s determined to get justice for Ryan, but can she do it without losing her best friends?
After Lauren wakes up in the hospital and learns that her boyfriend Ryan has died, her life slowly begins to unravel. She soon begins receiving mysterious text messages that make her wonder if his death was even an accident like everyone is saying. She finds herself leaning on Nick, her boyfriend’s best friend, for support. He tells her tidbits about Ryan’s life that make her wonder if she even knew her own boyfriend at all. Now, she’s even more determined to learn the truth about Ryan’s death and she wonders who she’s able to trust. She starts confiding in her best friend, Bryn, until she remembers something about the accident that makes her wonder if she’s trusted the wrong person the entire time. She’s determined to get justice for Ryan, but can she do it without losing her best friends?
147 pages, Kindle Edition
First published November 5, 2012
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January 9, 2019
Just don't buy
Choppy fragmented boring book. No emotional depth, self centered heroine who talked about emotions that behavior didn't reflect. Hope others like it I didn't
Choppy fragmented boring book. No emotional depth, self centered heroine who talked about emotions that behavior didn't reflect. Hope others like it I didn't
January 2, 2013
This review has been crossposted from my blog at The Cosy Dragon . Please head there for more in-depth reviews by me, which appear on a timely schedule.
I previously received this book as part of a tour, but I could not rate it high enough to let the review be published while the tour was on. Please find my review of this 1-2 star book here.
I was drawn to 'Catching You' because it had hints that Lauren could see the dead after her boyfriend dies in a car accident. Paranormal plus YA = good, right? No, not in this case. Instead there was a wishy washy storyline that didn't get me excited or even have me wondering what was going to happen. I had no empathy for the characters, and so I couldn't have cared less if more of them were killed.
I started getting bad feelings about this novel from the beginning - too many description of people's outfits in ways that didn't work for me, as well as blow by blow descriptions of teeth brushing and the like.
The funeral, and the young characters reactions aren't all that good. I felt like there should have been more there, both in term of emotions and also the reactions of the adults to Elizabeth's pronouncements. I just didn't have any feeling.
The dialogue left me feeling a bit sad. It's ok to have contractions in speech! Sometimes it feels like the author has just gone right through with Word replace. Much more work to be done there.
Lauren's responses to the text messages were a bit weird. It's just think it was a wrong number, or try calling them or something. No big deal. It was totally unclear to me why this would be the case. Maybe it's an American thing I'm missing?
I'm going to be generous and give it 2 stars. Or maybe not. I at least finished it, but I can't decide if that was out of pity for the characters or some sort of odd martyrism.
I previously received this book as part of a tour, but I could not rate it high enough to let the review be published while the tour was on. Please find my review of this 1-2 star book here.
I was drawn to 'Catching You' because it had hints that Lauren could see the dead after her boyfriend dies in a car accident. Paranormal plus YA = good, right? No, not in this case. Instead there was a wishy washy storyline that didn't get me excited or even have me wondering what was going to happen. I had no empathy for the characters, and so I couldn't have cared less if more of them were killed.
I started getting bad feelings about this novel from the beginning - too many description of people's outfits in ways that didn't work for me, as well as blow by blow descriptions of teeth brushing and the like.
The funeral, and the young characters reactions aren't all that good. I felt like there should have been more there, both in term of emotions and also the reactions of the adults to Elizabeth's pronouncements. I just didn't have any feeling.
The dialogue left me feeling a bit sad. It's ok to have contractions in speech! Sometimes it feels like the author has just gone right through with Word replace. Much more work to be done there.
Lauren's responses to the text messages were a bit weird. It's just think it was a wrong number, or try calling them or something. No big deal. It was totally unclear to me why this would be the case. Maybe it's an American thing I'm missing?
I'm going to be generous and give it 2 stars. Or maybe not. I at least finished it, but I can't decide if that was out of pity for the characters or some sort of odd martyrism.
July 19, 2013
I haven't read a book in a while now. Life got in the way, so I was determined to finish one. Let me tell you, curbing the urge to drop this book was like pushing a boulder uphill. It started with insane descriptions of what someone was wearing. (Did I mention I have no idea what 'Chanel bowflat' shoes look like?) Things like this throw me off. If you really need the reader to know what the shoes look like, give 'em some generic description. Well, turns out it wasn't that important anyways, so I didn't lose anything. The writing, well, it wasn't the writing that kept this story going.
If it wasn't the writing, then it must have been the deep connection with the characters that had me going, right? Wrong... I didn't care at all. There was no depth to them.
Then, you'll ask, it was the plot, right? Sort of. I was wondering if I predicted it right. Turns out I did. The plot (if you could really call it that) was predictable, and I guessed the guilty parties in the beginning.
I'm very sorry to the author, that I was very harsh. But, I feel like you got your idea from watching "pretty little liars", and you did mention that show in the beginning. I'll also mention that I'm not too fond of that show.
If it wasn't the writing, then it must have been the deep connection with the characters that had me going, right? Wrong... I didn't care at all. There was no depth to them.
Then, you'll ask, it was the plot, right? Sort of. I was wondering if I predicted it right. Turns out I did. The plot (if you could really call it that) was predictable, and I guessed the guilty parties in the beginning.
I'm very sorry to the author, that I was very harsh. But, I feel like you got your idea from watching "pretty little liars", and you did mention that show in the beginning. I'll also mention that I'm not too fond of that show.
March 4, 2013
"Catching You" by Katie Gallagher is a very interesting read since it's not your typical "who-done-it." Confession... I judged this book by its cover, and I was right! I knew as soon as I saw the cover that it was going to be different, but good. Overall rating... 5 stars!
Here is why I fell in love with it. First, it is well-written. I'm not just talking about having good grammar here either. The characters have substance to them, and there is not an overwhelming amount of teen drama. Don't get it twisted, there is teen drama, but it is actually there for a reason, so it works! Second, I actually could not guess who the murder was (bonus points for Gallagher)! There are great twists that keep you guessing throughout the book. Third, the "creep level" was perfect for the young adult genre. As a reader, you aren't sure which characters to trust, but you won't be with nightmares either. And finally, it was a quick read. I plan on taking this one to the beach with me to read it again.
Here is why I fell in love with it. First, it is well-written. I'm not just talking about having good grammar here either. The characters have substance to them, and there is not an overwhelming amount of teen drama. Don't get it twisted, there is teen drama, but it is actually there for a reason, so it works! Second, I actually could not guess who the murder was (bonus points for Gallagher)! There are great twists that keep you guessing throughout the book. Third, the "creep level" was perfect for the young adult genre. As a reader, you aren't sure which characters to trust, but you won't be with nightmares either. And finally, it was a quick read. I plan on taking this one to the beach with me to read it again.
February 10, 2013
Do you like a little more suspense and mystery to go with your teen drama? Lauren wakes up in a hospital and realizes her life has been turned upside down. Her boyfriend has died, she is learning things about him she could have never imagined, she is questioning her own best friend, and is even receiving mysterious texts.
This story is well thought out and flows nicely. There is plenty of mystery and twists that will keep the reader guessing. You will find yourself struggling to put together all of the pieces right along with Lauren.
This story is well thought out and flows nicely. There is plenty of mystery and twists that will keep the reader guessing. You will find yourself struggling to put together all of the pieces right along with Lauren.
December 4, 2012
Just did not hold my attention. I was bored.
February 11, 2013
Great storyline! Was unable to put it down once I started it. Excited to see what comes next:)
March 11, 2013
it was a good read.. wish there was more to the ending though.
March 12, 2013
I wasn't overly impressed..... it was sometimes hard to follow....jumped around and confusing at times.
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October 14, 2019Claiming Her Tomorrows
What an Amazingly Beautiful Book. Raes books are the best. Love her story lines they draw you in and keep you captive. You Rock Rea.
What an Amazingly Beautiful Book. Raes books are the best. Love her story lines they draw you in and keep you captive. You Rock Rea.
March 11, 2013
Good story line, just wasn't developed enough for me.
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