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Falling for Hadie
“Sometimes there is a single moment that changes your life forever.”
Hadie Swinton is giving up on boys.
After a disastrous relationship, she is convinced that all males are the same—arrogant, self-assured, and complete jerks.
Lincoln Bracks is giving up on his old life.
After moving to a new town to escape the problems plaguing him, he is set against ever getting close to anyone again.
When Hadie and Lincoln’s worlds collide, their intrigue for one another leads them to open up to each other against their better judgment. Despite the attraction that is pulling them together, insecurities, secrets, and shattered hopes stand in the way of them ever being together.
At a time when darkness consumes their lives, Hadie and Lincoln learn that hope and love can still be found in the most unlikely place.
*Recommended for mature readers aged 17+ due to language and sexual content
**This is the second book in the With Me series but can be read as a stand-alone
Hadie Swinton is giving up on boys.
After a disastrous relationship, she is convinced that all males are the same—arrogant, self-assured, and complete jerks.
Lincoln Bracks is giving up on his old life.
After moving to a new town to escape the problems plaguing him, he is set against ever getting close to anyone again.
When Hadie and Lincoln’s worlds collide, their intrigue for one another leads them to open up to each other against their better judgment. Despite the attraction that is pulling them together, insecurities, secrets, and shattered hopes stand in the way of them ever being together.
At a time when darkness consumes their lives, Hadie and Lincoln learn that hope and love can still be found in the most unlikely place.
*Recommended for mature readers aged 17+ due to language and sexual content
**This is the second book in the With Me series but can be read as a stand-alone
350 pages, Kindle Edition
First published March 5, 2013
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Komal Kant
16 books784 followersKomal Kant is the international bestselling author of BENEATH HIM. She writes books about falling in love, books that make you laugh in awkward locales, and that one book where you bawled so hard that you loved and hated her equally.
Her days are filled with imaginary characters who speak to her in hushed tones before stealing her lunch money, a husband who accepts all her weird writer quirks, and a criminal mastermind Shih Tzu and lapdog American Bully—he’s the muscle.
Find her latest release THE JERK NEXT DOOR on Amazon. It’s a book about an irritating, Aussie neighbor, and features a cast of characters that are cracked.
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Her days are filled with imaginary characters who speak to her in hushed tones before stealing her lunch money, a husband who accepts all her weird writer quirks, and a criminal mastermind Shih Tzu and lapdog American Bully—he’s the muscle.
Find her latest release THE JERK NEXT DOOR on Amazon. It’s a book about an irritating, Aussie neighbor, and features a cast of characters that are cracked.
Website: http://komalkant.wordpress.com/
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Komal-K...
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March 5, 2013UPDATE: Falling for Hadie will be released on March 7, 2013! =)
I realise there's a few months wait until 'Falling for Hadie' releases, so I thought I'd give you some vague teasers regarding the book.
So, without further ado, I give you "10 Sort of Spoilers about Falling for Hadie"!
1. The main characters are named Hadie Swinton and Lincoln Bracks. I wonder if anyone can guess what Hadie's actual name is (Hadie is a nickname).
2. Hadie has a dog named Halo because I like dogs and the video game 'Halo'.
3. Hadie is a book nerd and likes to make references to her favourite books. Disclaimer: Any resemblances to any person living (ie. me) are purely coincidental :P
4. Lincoln claims he read 'Wuthering Heights' in a day. I'm still trying to figure out if this is possible.
5. For someone who was a jock, Lincoln is a sucky runner. Maybe that's why he doesn't do sports anymore?
6. Hadie has a bad break up. But we kinda already knew Bennett was a douche, right?
7. Hadie's parents are hilarious. Writing their scenes was so much fun!
8. On the other hand, Lincoln's family was upsetting for me to write.
9. Lincoln dented Hadie's locker. :O
10. Luca and Ashton make a brief appearance in 'Falling for Hadie'.
:)
I realise there's a few months wait until 'Falling for Hadie' releases, so I thought I'd give you some vague teasers regarding the book.
So, without further ado, I give you "10 Sort of Spoilers about Falling for Hadie"!
1. The main characters are named Hadie Swinton and Lincoln Bracks. I wonder if anyone can guess what Hadie's actual name is (Hadie is a nickname).
2. Hadie has a dog named Halo because I like dogs and the video game 'Halo'.
3. Hadie is a book nerd and likes to make references to her favourite books. Disclaimer: Any resemblances to any person living (ie. me) are purely coincidental :P
4. Lincoln claims he read 'Wuthering Heights' in a day. I'm still trying to figure out if this is possible.
5. For someone who was a jock, Lincoln is a sucky runner. Maybe that's why he doesn't do sports anymore?
6. Hadie has a bad break up. But we kinda already knew Bennett was a douche, right?
7. Hadie's parents are hilarious. Writing their scenes was so much fun!
8. On the other hand, Lincoln's family was upsetting for me to write.
9. Lincoln dented Hadie's locker. :O
10. Luca and Ashton make a brief appearance in 'Falling for Hadie'.
:)
June 26, 2013
In my head they live happily ever after.
April 7, 2013
*starting this book*
*up to 79%*
*me at 80%*
*me after the book*
Hadie has been hurt by her jock ex-boyfriend whom she’s had feelings for since they were kids. Now she is on a “no boy fly zone” mode. Unfortunately for Lincoln who just moved into their small town and new boy at school, he reminds her of her ex (a too good looking jock type). Sooooo insta-hate on Hadie’s side.
Lincoln is used to girls falling all over themselves over him. So when Hadie gives him the cold shoulder, he is more than intrigued. Besides, figuring out what her deal was is way better than dealing with what he ran away from back in New York City. And much more fun. Although he promised himself not to get close to anyone in his new home, he can’t help but be drawn to Hadie.
Hadie, try as she might, finds that Lincoln is not what she thought he was.
Etc. etc. etc.
The premise is not unique. But the writing was good so you can forgive the cliché. I must admit that Hadie was starting to get on my nerves when she started with the “all men are dogs” routine. Thank goodness the author cut it short (but not short enough IMO). But even then you can forgive Hadie for being a little bitter about dealing with boys in general…up to a point.
I’m not going to give away the bacon that gives the book its heft but I have to say that it came as a surprise. Even though I have read at least two books with the same exact twist, Ms. Kant still got me. Darn her! Let me just say that she handled it with grace and Ihated appreciated the direction she took.
I have a few complaints though. It was her villan(s).
There were too many of them. It seemed…no it was…the whole entire school was against our heroes. Even with the popular kids being the shameless monsters they were portrayed to be I cannot imagine anyone acting that way especially since (read the book).
But Lincoln’s mom and sister…..
I couldn’t exactly understand what the fuck their problem was. So (in my mind) I have written that his mom spontaneously combusted and his sister got gonorrhea.
Please don’t click on the spoiler until after you read the book because it will totally give it away.
I just thought this last gif just summed up the book.
Writing: I was going to give it 3 stars but the last quarter pushed it to 4.
Characters: Some were exaggerated like a cartoon character and the author went a hair too far with her villains.
Recommend: Yes
*up to 79%*
*me at 80%*
*me after the book*
Hadie has been hurt by her jock ex-boyfriend whom she’s had feelings for since they were kids. Now she is on a “no boy fly zone” mode. Unfortunately for Lincoln who just moved into their small town and new boy at school, he reminds her of her ex (a too good looking jock type). Sooooo insta-hate on Hadie’s side.
Lincoln is used to girls falling all over themselves over him. So when Hadie gives him the cold shoulder, he is more than intrigued. Besides, figuring out what her deal was is way better than dealing with what he ran away from back in New York City. And much more fun. Although he promised himself not to get close to anyone in his new home, he can’t help but be drawn to Hadie.
Hadie, try as she might, finds that Lincoln is not what she thought he was.
Etc. etc. etc.
The premise is not unique. But the writing was good so you can forgive the cliché. I must admit that Hadie was starting to get on my nerves when she started with the “all men are dogs” routine. Thank goodness the author cut it short (but not short enough IMO). But even then you can forgive Hadie for being a little bitter about dealing with boys in general…up to a point.
I’m not going to give away the bacon that gives the book its heft but I have to say that it came as a surprise. Even though I have read at least two books with the same exact twist, Ms. Kant still got me. Darn her! Let me just say that she handled it with grace and I
I have a few complaints though. It was her villan(s).
There were too many of them. It seemed…no it was…the whole entire school was against our heroes. Even with the popular kids being the shameless monsters they were portrayed to be I cannot imagine anyone acting that way especially since (read the book).
But Lincoln’s mom and sister…..
I couldn’t exactly understand what the fuck their problem was. So (in my mind) I have written that his mom spontaneously combusted and his sister got gonorrhea.
Please don’t click on the spoiler until after you read the book because it will totally give it away.
I just thought this last gif just summed up the book.
Writing: I was going to give it 3 stars but the last quarter pushed it to 4.
Characters: Some were exaggerated like a cartoon character and the author went a hair too far with her villains.
Recommend: Yes
March 16, 2013
Hadie Swinton hates boys. Well, she didn’t used to but she definitely does now after catching her douchebag boyfriend, Bennett, making out with a girl that definitely was NOT Hadie at a party over the weekend.
Lincoln is the new boy in school. He is good-looking, charming and confident—everything that Bennett was, which makes Hadie hate him at first glance.
And guess who has been assigned to show the new kid around?
Yep—Hadie.
Lincoln doesn’t want to make friends or get close to anyone, especially not a girl like Hadie. But he can’t figure out why she seems to hate him so much…
Hadie assumes Lincoln is a typical arrogant jock. But when he doesn’t do anything that she expects him to do, she finds herself curious about him against her better judgment.
There is definitely more to Lincoln then just a pretty face, BUT Lincoln is hiding something…a secret that he doesn’t want anybody to discover because when they do, they will never look at him the same again.
I L-O-V-E-D this book!
The romance between Hadie and Lincoln was sweet and funny and adorable with just the right amount of steaminess.Oh! And speaking of some of the steaminess….. Hadie’s parents really cracked me up! Especially her dad! OMG! (This might not make sense to you right now, but trust me, when you read the book—which you SHOULD—you’ll completely understand!)
Hadie is very likeable. She is just an all-around nice girl who while she may feel like she is boring and frumpy, she’s okay with that. She doesn’t try to make people like her, but you can’t help but like her because she has such a good heart. Lincoln is wonderful, a little moody in some parts but in the end you definitely understand why.
I love that we got to see Ashton and Luca and all of his friends again. I loved Eddie in IMPOSSIBLE and love him even more after reading FALLING FOR HADIE. I have already requested that he get his own story.
Out of all of Hadie’s friends, Estella was definitely my favorite and I’m excited to read her story next in WRONG SIDE OF TOWN.
Though I had an idea of Lincoln’s secret about half way through the book (Sometimes I think I might be psychic), it was still HORRIBLE when he finally told Hadie and I spent the last 1/4 of the book bawling my eyes out.
Any book that can bring out such strong emotions in me is definitely 5-stars! Komal did an amazing job and I continue to be impressed with the skill in which she can tell a story.
I highly recommend FALLING FOR HADIE to everyone!
Lincoln is the new boy in school. He is good-looking, charming and confident—everything that Bennett was, which makes Hadie hate him at first glance.
And guess who has been assigned to show the new kid around?
Yep—Hadie.
Lincoln doesn’t want to make friends or get close to anyone, especially not a girl like Hadie. But he can’t figure out why she seems to hate him so much…
Hadie assumes Lincoln is a typical arrogant jock. But when he doesn’t do anything that she expects him to do, she finds herself curious about him against her better judgment.
There is definitely more to Lincoln then just a pretty face, BUT Lincoln is hiding something…a secret that he doesn’t want anybody to discover because when they do, they will never look at him the same again.
I L-O-V-E-D this book!
The romance between Hadie and Lincoln was sweet and funny and adorable with just the right amount of steaminess.Oh! And speaking of some of the steaminess….. Hadie’s parents really cracked me up! Especially her dad! OMG! (This might not make sense to you right now, but trust me, when you read the book—which you SHOULD—you’ll completely understand!)
Hadie is very likeable. She is just an all-around nice girl who while she may feel like she is boring and frumpy, she’s okay with that. She doesn’t try to make people like her, but you can’t help but like her because she has such a good heart. Lincoln is wonderful, a little moody in some parts but in the end you definitely understand why.
I love that we got to see Ashton and Luca and all of his friends again. I loved Eddie in IMPOSSIBLE and love him even more after reading FALLING FOR HADIE. I have already requested that he get his own story.
Out of all of Hadie’s friends, Estella was definitely my favorite and I’m excited to read her story next in WRONG SIDE OF TOWN.
Though I had an idea of Lincoln’s secret about half way through the book (Sometimes I think I might be psychic), it was still HORRIBLE when he finally told Hadie and I spent the last 1/4 of the book bawling my eyes out.
Any book that can bring out such strong emotions in me is definitely 5-stars! Komal did an amazing job and I continue to be impressed with the skill in which she can tell a story.
I highly recommend FALLING FOR HADIE to everyone!
October 1, 2013
Jointly reviewed on: http://totallybookedblog.com/2013/10/...
4.5 Stars
Gitte: Wow Jenny, this one is going to be hard to review without spoiling it for readers! Can we just say: beautiful, emotional and brilliantly written story please go buy it, you won’t be disappointed? Oh and make sure you pick up a giant sized pack of tissues for those big fat tears and spontaneous nose drips? HA! Yeah let’s just do that! What do you say Jenny?
“You have a choice. You can stick to what you’re used to or you can try something new and different. You don’t have to love it, but change is inevitable no matter how hard you try to resist it.” – Lincoln
Jenny: I’ve thought and thought about how to review Falling For Hadie since finishing it because it would be so hard to spoil this one for readers and I think you pretty much summed it up there. I cried like a baby – snotty crying at one point and yes, I most definitely did experience emotional turmoil throughout with dread in my stomach at times.
‘Hadie had become my everything.’ – Lincoln
‘Loving him was like taking a leap into the unknown…….’- Hadie
I agree in that I simply just want to say… “buy this book” and leave it at that but I guess we should elaborate further G.
Gitte: We didn’t actually know much going into this story did we Jenny? Never mind that it’s a series! The rest have been added to our kindles because this Author sure can write! If you pick it up start from the beginning. Even though we were fine, we’re anal about reading order, so if you’re like us you’re going to want to start with book one.
This story is about Hadie and Lincoln and wow….it was beautiful, so honest and real with a real important message. Both were such amazing characters and I loved them. Hadie, because she was straight down the line. She was a clued up sweet girl with a sense of humour, she wasn’t whiney or annoying.
“At first you didn’t tell me because you didn’t know me well enough. And then you couldn’t tell me because you knew me too well.” – Hadie
Her actions and reactions were understandable and her feelings made sense in the great divide of high school cliques.
“I was a boring book nerd and he was the popular jock. I should’ve known better.” – Hadie
As for Lincoln….GAH! This boy sure was special. He had me laughing till it hurt…
“Wow no wonder the poor girl was in such a bad mood. If my parents had named me Hadassah, I would’ve sued them.” – Lincoln
…crying till I couldn’t see anything out of my puffy eyes…
“Sometimes there is a single moment that changes your life forever. After that moment, nothing feels the same anymore. You try to get back into your normal routine, but something is different, something’s changed. Finally, you realize that everything is just the same as it always was. The only thing different is you. Hadie, you are that moment…and you have changed me forever.” – Lincoln
…and swooning till I was a puddle on the floor…
“You’re not pathetic. You are beautiful and you are confident and you know what you want in life. Everything you do amazes me. Everything you say resonates with me. Don’t ever tell yourself that you’re not good enough. You are better than good enough; you are perfect.” – Lincoln
You loved these characters too right Jenny?!
Jenny: All we knew about this book is someone said we would cry buckets and well…we’re kind of gluttons for punishment in the emotional stakes so we thought we’d give it a go and what an amazing albeit heart wrenching story it turned out to be. It definitely put us through the wringer and I know our text messages (which we can’t show for fear of spoilers) were mostly made up of consoling one another.
“There’s nothing wrong with what you’re feeling. It just shows that you care, and that’s a good thing. It’s better than being cold and unfeeling, or treating others badly because you don’t give a damn.” – Eddie
Hadie and Lincoln were both such truly inspirational characters. Each possessing a beauty both outside and inside – two people who had suffered hurt and rejection who found a healing in each other but this story goes far, far deeper than that.
‘She had this way of affecting every part of me, like she understood me without having to explain a thing.’ – Lincoln
I have to say G I had NO IDEA early on what the secret was that Lincoln was hiding – I was clueless. I know you picked it earlier on but I was left wondering – or should that say…hoping that it would all turn out for Lincoln and Hadie as I genuinely loved and felt for these two character.
‘Hadie had found her way into my heart. At a time when I thought the world was cruel and hopeless, she had entered it. Now, I didn’t want her to leave.’ – Lincoln
I was gutted when we realised we had started on book two but as you say, we didn’t miss a lot by not reading the first one…it’s just our nervous tic about reading in order that suffered.
“I nodded, amazed that this girl, who hadn’t been a part of my life up until two months ago, understood me so well.’ – Lincoln
There was so much to Lincoln and experiencing the story unfold in dual POV’s really did have you on the edge of your seat and your heart hitting your toes at times when his story began unravelling. Wow, this author certainly gave us an emotional ride. Linoln’s secret crushed me. Hadie and Lincoln’s love consumed me and their story is one I won’t forget in a hurry. It was poignant, touching, beautiful and shredded my heart but I wouldn’t have missed the experience for the world.
“You should never regret the things that make you happy.” – Lincoln
Falling for Hadie is a book I recommend picking up if you’re looking for something real, something emotional. Beautifully written, beautifully moving.
Gitte: I loved so much about Falling for Hadie. I loved the build-up of a special friendship, the humour, tension and silliness as well as the ‘getting to know you’ stage before it became so much more than that, overwhelmingly so. Two hurt and vulnerable people who found each other and saw past their strong defensive exterior.
“Where’s the pole?” – Lincoln
“What pole?” – Hadie
“The one that’s stuck up your ass.” – Lincoln
I loved the POV changes, it made this stunning YA contemporary so complete, an intriguing mystery, and it was almost perfect. I say almost because I thought an aspect of a couple of ‘story lines’ were overwritten and unrealistically taken too far in the face of the crux of the story. Namely Lincoln’s Mum and sister. I just didn’t believe that their behaviour would have been that extreme. That’s all I’m going to say about that though because really, this story is a must read for its beauty, its characters and it’s poignant messages.
“When you love someone, you would do anything for them, not anything to destroy them.”
4.5 Stars
Gitte: Wow Jenny, this one is going to be hard to review without spoiling it for readers! Can we just say: beautiful, emotional and brilliantly written story please go buy it, you won’t be disappointed? Oh and make sure you pick up a giant sized pack of tissues for those big fat tears and spontaneous nose drips? HA! Yeah let’s just do that! What do you say Jenny?
“You have a choice. You can stick to what you’re used to or you can try something new and different. You don’t have to love it, but change is inevitable no matter how hard you try to resist it.” – Lincoln
Jenny: I’ve thought and thought about how to review Falling For Hadie since finishing it because it would be so hard to spoil this one for readers and I think you pretty much summed it up there. I cried like a baby – snotty crying at one point and yes, I most definitely did experience emotional turmoil throughout with dread in my stomach at times.
‘Hadie had become my everything.’ – Lincoln
‘Loving him was like taking a leap into the unknown…….’- Hadie
I agree in that I simply just want to say… “buy this book” and leave it at that but I guess we should elaborate further G.
Gitte: We didn’t actually know much going into this story did we Jenny? Never mind that it’s a series! The rest have been added to our kindles because this Author sure can write! If you pick it up start from the beginning. Even though we were fine, we’re anal about reading order, so if you’re like us you’re going to want to start with book one.
This story is about Hadie and Lincoln and wow….it was beautiful, so honest and real with a real important message. Both were such amazing characters and I loved them. Hadie, because she was straight down the line. She was a clued up sweet girl with a sense of humour, she wasn’t whiney or annoying.
“At first you didn’t tell me because you didn’t know me well enough. And then you couldn’t tell me because you knew me too well.” – Hadie
Her actions and reactions were understandable and her feelings made sense in the great divide of high school cliques.
“I was a boring book nerd and he was the popular jock. I should’ve known better.” – Hadie
As for Lincoln….GAH! This boy sure was special. He had me laughing till it hurt…
“Wow no wonder the poor girl was in such a bad mood. If my parents had named me Hadassah, I would’ve sued them.” – Lincoln
…crying till I couldn’t see anything out of my puffy eyes…
“Sometimes there is a single moment that changes your life forever. After that moment, nothing feels the same anymore. You try to get back into your normal routine, but something is different, something’s changed. Finally, you realize that everything is just the same as it always was. The only thing different is you. Hadie, you are that moment…and you have changed me forever.” – Lincoln
…and swooning till I was a puddle on the floor…
“You’re not pathetic. You are beautiful and you are confident and you know what you want in life. Everything you do amazes me. Everything you say resonates with me. Don’t ever tell yourself that you’re not good enough. You are better than good enough; you are perfect.” – Lincoln
You loved these characters too right Jenny?!
Jenny: All we knew about this book is someone said we would cry buckets and well…we’re kind of gluttons for punishment in the emotional stakes so we thought we’d give it a go and what an amazing albeit heart wrenching story it turned out to be. It definitely put us through the wringer and I know our text messages (which we can’t show for fear of spoilers) were mostly made up of consoling one another.
“There’s nothing wrong with what you’re feeling. It just shows that you care, and that’s a good thing. It’s better than being cold and unfeeling, or treating others badly because you don’t give a damn.” – Eddie
Hadie and Lincoln were both such truly inspirational characters. Each possessing a beauty both outside and inside – two people who had suffered hurt and rejection who found a healing in each other but this story goes far, far deeper than that.
‘She had this way of affecting every part of me, like she understood me without having to explain a thing.’ – Lincoln
I have to say G I had NO IDEA early on what the secret was that Lincoln was hiding – I was clueless. I know you picked it earlier on but I was left wondering – or should that say…hoping that it would all turn out for Lincoln and Hadie as I genuinely loved and felt for these two character.
‘Hadie had found her way into my heart. At a time when I thought the world was cruel and hopeless, she had entered it. Now, I didn’t want her to leave.’ – Lincoln
I was gutted when we realised we had started on book two but as you say, we didn’t miss a lot by not reading the first one…it’s just our nervous tic about reading in order that suffered.
“I nodded, amazed that this girl, who hadn’t been a part of my life up until two months ago, understood me so well.’ – Lincoln
There was so much to Lincoln and experiencing the story unfold in dual POV’s really did have you on the edge of your seat and your heart hitting your toes at times when his story began unravelling. Wow, this author certainly gave us an emotional ride. Linoln’s secret crushed me. Hadie and Lincoln’s love consumed me and their story is one I won’t forget in a hurry. It was poignant, touching, beautiful and shredded my heart but I wouldn’t have missed the experience for the world.
“You should never regret the things that make you happy.” – Lincoln
Falling for Hadie is a book I recommend picking up if you’re looking for something real, something emotional. Beautifully written, beautifully moving.
Gitte: I loved so much about Falling for Hadie. I loved the build-up of a special friendship, the humour, tension and silliness as well as the ‘getting to know you’ stage before it became so much more than that, overwhelmingly so. Two hurt and vulnerable people who found each other and saw past their strong defensive exterior.
“Where’s the pole?” – Lincoln
“What pole?” – Hadie
“The one that’s stuck up your ass.” – Lincoln
I loved the POV changes, it made this stunning YA contemporary so complete, an intriguing mystery, and it was almost perfect. I say almost because I thought an aspect of a couple of ‘story lines’ were overwritten and unrealistically taken too far in the face of the crux of the story. Namely Lincoln’s Mum and sister. I just didn’t believe that their behaviour would have been that extreme. That’s all I’m going to say about that though because really, this story is a must read for its beauty, its characters and it’s poignant messages.
“When you love someone, you would do anything for them, not anything to destroy them.”
January 9, 2018
La vida está hecha de olas. Somos dos olas que colisionaron y ahora estamos desvaneciéndonos, yendo por nuestros caminos separados.
Me costo leerla no miento, los personaje fueron interesante no lo niego un poco cliche puede ser... No es que la historia fuera aburrida o algo asi por el estilo, creo que si tuviese 15 años me hubiera encantada, pero ahorita no. Sufri con esta historia por la madre que le toco al protagonista, creo que ninguna persona aun por egoista que fuera, seria asi tan hijo de su madre... Se porque he vivido lo de tener una familia con cancer, y como lo he vivido se que aunque odies a esa persona nunca le darias la espalda es mas, hiciera todo lo posible para cumplir su unico deseo, el final me desgarro... Aunque toda las historia que he leido que lleva cancer incluido me desgarra, jajaja mi abuela tiene la culpa de eso. lol. Los personajes que mas ame fueron los padres de la chica son tan anormales que fueron lo emocionante de la historia.
Me costo leerla no miento, los personaje fueron interesante no lo niego un poco cliche puede ser... No es que la historia fuera aburrida o algo asi por el estilo, creo que si tuviese 15 años me hubiera encantada, pero ahorita no. Sufri con esta historia por la madre que le toco al protagonista, creo que ninguna persona aun por egoista que fuera, seria asi tan hijo de su madre... Se porque he vivido lo de tener una familia con cancer, y como lo he vivido se que aunque odies a esa persona nunca le darias la espalda es mas, hiciera todo lo posible para cumplir su unico deseo, el final me desgarro... Aunque toda las historia que he leido que lleva cancer incluido me desgarra, jajaja mi abuela tiene la culpa de eso. lol. Los personajes que mas ame fueron los padres de la chica son tan anormales que fueron lo emocionante de la historia.
May 15, 2013
TISSUE alert!!!! O my good god!! The day after and I'm still crying over this book!!! It really touched a nerve and was very close to home!!!! To be honest if I had known what would have happened to Lincoln I NEVER would have read this book!!! I just can't cope with the C word!!!
So Lincoln comes to this small town to run away from a secret he brings his bitch of a mom and sister too, As well as his hopeless dad!!! Lincoln life is terrible, his mom treats him like a prisoner and is damn right horrible to him, his sister is just a wannabe popular all time bitch, who I hope one day they regret the way they hurt and treated Lincoln!! But some how I don't think so!!!! Lincoln becomes a different boy from being a popular jock in NYC to a loner in staplen!!! That's his plan do not get attached do not make friends!! But day one he just can't stay away from Hadie, my god he tried he just couldn't, fate was drawing them together but he was always able to control himself and hadie wanted him so much!!! Then they fell HARD and they don't know how, but all Lincoln knew was he had to tell her his big secret!!! They completed each other they made each other better!!! They were beautiful together!!! I'm crying just thinking of when I got to 76% and he told her his secret!!!! O my I died a little too, and couldn't stop thinking of my friend who also had Lincolns secret!!!! It was wrote beautifully at the end and really felt real!!! Hadie was so so brave and became an amazing woman throughout the book due to the amazing man beside her!!!
I felt the secret took forever to come and this is the reason I gave it four stars and ofcourse because I'm heartbroken and no HEA!!! STILL CRYING!!!!
So Lincoln comes to this small town to run away from a secret he brings his bitch of a mom and sister too, As well as his hopeless dad!!! Lincoln life is terrible, his mom treats him like a prisoner and is damn right horrible to him, his sister is just a wannabe popular all time bitch, who I hope one day they regret the way they hurt and treated Lincoln!! But some how I don't think so!!!! Lincoln becomes a different boy from being a popular jock in NYC to a loner in staplen!!! That's his plan do not get attached do not make friends!! But day one he just can't stay away from Hadie, my god he tried he just couldn't, fate was drawing them together but he was always able to control himself and hadie wanted him so much!!! Then they fell HARD and they don't know how, but all Lincoln knew was he had to tell her his big secret!!! They completed each other they made each other better!!! They were beautiful together!!! I'm crying just thinking of when I got to 76% and he told her his secret!!!! O my I died a little too, and couldn't stop thinking of my friend who also had Lincolns secret!!!! It was wrote beautifully at the end and really felt real!!! Hadie was so so brave and became an amazing woman throughout the book due to the amazing man beside her!!!
I felt the secret took forever to come and this is the reason I gave it four stars and ofcourse because I'm heartbroken and no HEA!!! STILL CRYING!!!!
April 13, 2013
DUDE!! seriously, i was not expecting what comes in the end, and maybe this is a spolier but c´mon i can´t stop crying u.u and i never cry.... so OMG... you did it this time, i´m taking my hat off my dear Komal...
really, i´m so tempted to made a hand copy of the letter, my mom is still teasing me about me crying... i know that was the plot of the book but GOD.... i´m so torn i want an alternative ending ajajaj (seriously no, but OMG, i´m crying again u.u )
really, i´m so tempted to made a hand copy of the letter, my mom is still teasing me about me crying... i know that was the plot of the book but GOD.... i´m so torn i want an alternative ending ajajaj (seriously no, but OMG, i´m crying again u.u )
January 21, 2014
Okay, I'm gonna try to review this as best I can...but...BE WARNED: THERE WILL BE SPOILERS!!!!!
So I was just walking along on Amazon, looking for a specific book when I caught sight of this lovely gem. I loved the cover, I was instantly drawn to it. And the fact that it was only .99. Shallow much? Maybe. But whatever, I don't mind the shallowness or the fact that I'm cheap one bit. So I quickly purchased it and well, I peaked at the first chapter and was instantly drawn into Hadie's world.
In the beginning, she's cheated on by her asshole jock boyfriend at a party. We all know the type, right? Yeah, I'm sure we do. I've been there. You've been there. It sucks.
So, when she confronts Bennett, he's nasty to her. He doesn't like being called out on his shit. So him and his friends retaliate by writing hurtful things on her locker. But wait, what sense does that make? He's the one that cheated on her so why is he being a douche? It's simple. He's a jock and he knows he's one of the hottest guys in school so he feels it's his right to be a douche canoe.
Fuck him.
So Hadie swears off guys.
Until she literally runs into Lincoln Bracks, the new kid in school, who by the way knocks her coffee all over her blouse and down his back. Whoa, talk about bad luck. Still, she doesn't give him the time of day.
Lincoln Bracks just moved to small town Staltlen to get away from his busy life in New York. His family is total bullshit. I hate his sister Becky who is his twin and because she's a minute older than him, thinks she can boss him around and treat him like complete shit. Oh my God, I fucking HATED her! Hate! Hate! Hate! HAAAAAAAAAAAAAATE! Okay you get it.
Becky is the popular type looking to fit in with the popular kids in school, while Link's purpose is to isolate himself from everyone. He's hiding a deep, dark and life-altering secret and doesn't want to make new friends or form relationships.
*deep breaths, deep breaths*
So when Hadie is assigned his buddy for the week, taking him around the school, making sure he's finds everything okay and that he's getting on with his school work okay, both of their worlds crumble around them. They form a bond that neither one had anticipated on. At first, Hadie was cold and heartless and assumed Link was just like her cheating ex-boyfriend. But the more time she spent with him, she realized she judged too quickly. They got close, even though he pushed her away. He tried everything he could to stay away from her. But it did. Not. Work.
They were beautiful together. They complimented each other. They were both so broken, but together, they were at peace and could be themselves. I knew early on what Link was hiding. Well, I had an idea. And motherfucker, how I wish I was wrong. Wrong. Wrong. Wrong. I just didn't want to believe it. I didn't. I wanted to stop reading. I couldn't deal with the pain that was to come. However, I couldn't put it down. These characters consumed me. Their pain was my pain. Their happiness was my happiness. I was so invested in this story, that I was literally struggling to finish but I had to know the outcome. I had to finish. I had to see how it ended. And Jesus. I hadn't cried so much, since The Sweet Gum Tree. Or Forbidden. Two of my absolute favorite storeis of all-time.
The story was so heartbreaking, I couldn't breathe. I had to set my kindle down and take a few deep slow breaths. Sobs literally racked my body. And what made it all the worse was the dual POV. Seeing the secret from Lincoln's pov was gut-wrenching. When I knew what was going on, I didn't want to believe it. I felt sick. I knew there was no good ending. I knew shit was gonna be bad. I waited for him to tell Hadie once they actually got together. I kept talking to my kindle, telling Link to get it over with. That she wasn't gonna judge him, or get scared off. But he needed to tell her. She deserved to know.
And when he finally did, Dear God was that heart shattering. My whole world crumpled right along with them. I cried with them. It was just so painful. So painful.
I hated Lincoln's family. They were scum of the earth. His mother was a selfish, insensitive piece of shit. As a mother myself, I can't imagine treating my child with such hostility and hatred knowing what they're going through. For fuck's sake, he's only seventeen and needed his fucking family. He needed that love and support and comfort and they did nothing but make his situation worse. She fought with him tooth and nail and I wanted to bitch slap her off a fucking cliff. And his dad was no better. He just stood by and let his wife treat his only son like he's a scumbag. When he finally got balls enough to stand up to her, I was a little proud, but it was too late. Too much damage was done and I hope he lives with the regrets. Now as for his bitch of a sister, she can rot in hell. Go back to New York and get fucked, you spoiled little shit. I can't talk about her much cause I'll be ranting the whole time about how much I hate her guts. So I'll just say, I hated her with every fiber of my being and leave it at that.
Hadie had the best parents ever. Seriously, the time we spent with them was priceless. Especially her dad. Omg, such a world of difference between the two families. Where Link's family were the devil, Hadie's parents were a breath of fresh air sprinkled with glitter. I loved Mr. Swinton. He was just the type of dad she needed. He welcomed Lincoln into their family, albeit their first meeting had me rolling in laughter, but he was nothing if not accepting of his daughter's new boyfriend. And her mother was just as awesome. Together, they were the perfect family filled with humor, love and support. Once they found out the truth about Lincoln, they were even more caring and supportive. Some moments made me bawl my eyes out, especially towards the end with her dad because I knew what was coming. But knowing didn't lessen the blow, no it only worsened it.
This book really had me feeling glum. The whole story is dark and heartbreaking. There were moments of humor, but in all honestly, it was more of you-better-have-tissues-at-the-ready kind of read. I had no tissues, and no matter how many times I say have tissues ready regarding these stories, I end up in a bloody heap of tears, using my sleeve to dry them up. I never actually use tissues. Never. So I have no idea why I even say that. Habit, I guess.
Anyway, I can't say much more about this book because it'll give it away, even though I warned that there would be spoilers. I really don't wanna be spoilery. Just know your heart will be shattered by the end. They'll be splayed all over the floor for you to find and try to piece together. Good luck with that. I woke up with red, puffy eyes this morning and I'm still feeling numb. This book definitely hit close to home as I've been in this kind of situation before, well to an extent. So, I was even more affected by the outcome. If you're looking for a feel good, happy story with an HEA, stop turn around....and keep looking cause this isn't the book for you. I walked in thinking this was a happy feel good story with an amazing ending that'd keep me smiling. Instead, I found my heart shattered in bloody pieces before I knew what the fuck was going on. Do I regret it? Not a chance. Because I met another amazing book boyfriend. Lincoln Bracks is one of those guys that'll make you swoon, laugh, smile and cry all at once. He's a total sweetheart and I wish things had gone differently. God, how I wish.
However, if you're like me and enjoy putting yourself through hell and cry like a baby, then pick this book up. It's amazing. The writing was stunning. The alternate POV's were flawless and easy to follow. The characters were mostly awesome and heartwarming. It's definitely a book that shouldn't be missed. Now I just don't know how to proceed from here.
This about sums up my feelings of this book....
Yeah, I'm done. I can't do this anymore. I'm emotionally exhausted and my eyes hurt so bad. I've literally been a bloody crying mess for the last 30% which has made it increasingly difficult to read the words on my kindle. I've had to stop and breathe because I was at the point of loud sobs. I don't even know what to think at this point. I'm just numb.
So I was just walking along on Amazon, looking for a specific book when I caught sight of this lovely gem. I loved the cover, I was instantly drawn to it. And the fact that it was only .99. Shallow much? Maybe. But whatever, I don't mind the shallowness or the fact that I'm cheap one bit. So I quickly purchased it and well, I peaked at the first chapter and was instantly drawn into Hadie's world.
In the beginning, she's cheated on by her asshole jock boyfriend at a party. We all know the type, right? Yeah, I'm sure we do. I've been there. You've been there. It sucks.
So, when she confronts Bennett, he's nasty to her. He doesn't like being called out on his shit. So him and his friends retaliate by writing hurtful things on her locker. But wait, what sense does that make? He's the one that cheated on her so why is he being a douche? It's simple. He's a jock and he knows he's one of the hottest guys in school so he feels it's his right to be a douche canoe.
Fuck him.
So Hadie swears off guys.
Until she literally runs into Lincoln Bracks, the new kid in school, who by the way knocks her coffee all over her blouse and down his back. Whoa, talk about bad luck. Still, she doesn't give him the time of day.
Lincoln Bracks just moved to small town Staltlen to get away from his busy life in New York. His family is total bullshit. I hate his sister Becky who is his twin and because she's a minute older than him, thinks she can boss him around and treat him like complete shit. Oh my God, I fucking HATED her! Hate! Hate! Hate! HAAAAAAAAAAAAAATE! Okay you get it.
Becky is the popular type looking to fit in with the popular kids in school, while Link's purpose is to isolate himself from everyone. He's hiding a deep, dark and life-altering secret and doesn't want to make new friends or form relationships.
*deep breaths, deep breaths*
So when Hadie is assigned his buddy for the week, taking him around the school, making sure he's finds everything okay and that he's getting on with his school work okay, both of their worlds crumble around them. They form a bond that neither one had anticipated on. At first, Hadie was cold and heartless and assumed Link was just like her cheating ex-boyfriend. But the more time she spent with him, she realized she judged too quickly. They got close, even though he pushed her away. He tried everything he could to stay away from her. But it did. Not. Work.
They were beautiful together. They complimented each other. They were both so broken, but together, they were at peace and could be themselves. I knew early on what Link was hiding. Well, I had an idea. And motherfucker, how I wish I was wrong. Wrong. Wrong. Wrong. I just didn't want to believe it. I didn't. I wanted to stop reading. I couldn't deal with the pain that was to come. However, I couldn't put it down. These characters consumed me. Their pain was my pain. Their happiness was my happiness. I was so invested in this story, that I was literally struggling to finish but I had to know the outcome. I had to finish. I had to see how it ended. And Jesus. I hadn't cried so much, since The Sweet Gum Tree. Or Forbidden. Two of my absolute favorite storeis of all-time.
The story was so heartbreaking, I couldn't breathe. I had to set my kindle down and take a few deep slow breaths. Sobs literally racked my body. And what made it all the worse was the dual POV. Seeing the secret from Lincoln's pov was gut-wrenching. When I knew what was going on, I didn't want to believe it. I felt sick. I knew there was no good ending. I knew shit was gonna be bad. I waited for him to tell Hadie once they actually got together. I kept talking to my kindle, telling Link to get it over with. That she wasn't gonna judge him, or get scared off. But he needed to tell her. She deserved to know.
And when he finally did, Dear God was that heart shattering. My whole world crumpled right along with them. I cried with them. It was just so painful. So painful.
I hated Lincoln's family. They were scum of the earth. His mother was a selfish, insensitive piece of shit. As a mother myself, I can't imagine treating my child with such hostility and hatred knowing what they're going through. For fuck's sake, he's only seventeen and needed his fucking family. He needed that love and support and comfort and they did nothing but make his situation worse. She fought with him tooth and nail and I wanted to bitch slap her off a fucking cliff. And his dad was no better. He just stood by and let his wife treat his only son like he's a scumbag. When he finally got balls enough to stand up to her, I was a little proud, but it was too late. Too much damage was done and I hope he lives with the regrets. Now as for his bitch of a sister, she can rot in hell. Go back to New York and get fucked, you spoiled little shit. I can't talk about her much cause I'll be ranting the whole time about how much I hate her guts. So I'll just say, I hated her with every fiber of my being and leave it at that.
Hadie had the best parents ever. Seriously, the time we spent with them was priceless. Especially her dad. Omg, such a world of difference between the two families. Where Link's family were the devil, Hadie's parents were a breath of fresh air sprinkled with glitter. I loved Mr. Swinton. He was just the type of dad she needed. He welcomed Lincoln into their family, albeit their first meeting had me rolling in laughter, but he was nothing if not accepting of his daughter's new boyfriend. And her mother was just as awesome. Together, they were the perfect family filled with humor, love and support. Once they found out the truth about Lincoln, they were even more caring and supportive. Some moments made me bawl my eyes out, especially towards the end with her dad because I knew what was coming. But knowing didn't lessen the blow, no it only worsened it.
This book really had me feeling glum. The whole story is dark and heartbreaking. There were moments of humor, but in all honestly, it was more of you-better-have-tissues-at-the-ready kind of read. I had no tissues, and no matter how many times I say have tissues ready regarding these stories, I end up in a bloody heap of tears, using my sleeve to dry them up. I never actually use tissues. Never. So I have no idea why I even say that. Habit, I guess.
Anyway, I can't say much more about this book because it'll give it away, even though I warned that there would be spoilers. I really don't wanna be spoilery. Just know your heart will be shattered by the end. They'll be splayed all over the floor for you to find and try to piece together. Good luck with that. I woke up with red, puffy eyes this morning and I'm still feeling numb. This book definitely hit close to home as I've been in this kind of situation before, well to an extent. So, I was even more affected by the outcome. If you're looking for a feel good, happy story with an HEA, stop turn around....and keep looking cause this isn't the book for you. I walked in thinking this was a happy feel good story with an amazing ending that'd keep me smiling. Instead, I found my heart shattered in bloody pieces before I knew what the fuck was going on. Do I regret it? Not a chance. Because I met another amazing book boyfriend. Lincoln Bracks is one of those guys that'll make you swoon, laugh, smile and cry all at once. He's a total sweetheart and I wish things had gone differently. God, how I wish.
However, if you're like me and enjoy putting yourself through hell and cry like a baby, then pick this book up. It's amazing. The writing was stunning. The alternate POV's were flawless and easy to follow. The characters were mostly awesome and heartwarming. It's definitely a book that shouldn't be missed. Now I just don't know how to proceed from here.
This about sums up my feelings of this book....
Yeah, I'm done. I can't do this anymore. I'm emotionally exhausted and my eyes hurt so bad. I've literally been a bloody crying mess for the last 30% which has made it increasingly difficult to read the words on my kindle. I've had to stop and breathe because I was at the point of loud sobs. I don't even know what to think at this point. I'm just numb.
May 9, 2013
WARNING:Spoiler
This is not some much a review of the books, but more of my thought and what I came to appreciate and learn.
If you like The Fault Between our Stars you will appreciate this book to.
This book started of like most YA novels start of.....with hopes of a happy ending ( or what is our perception of what happy is).....as I read I could not shake off the feeling that something terrible wrong was going to happen. It was always there pestering to come out.....I can't say that I didn't cry because I did.....Even if the ending was not your typical happy ending , that is life....it's never perfect, just like life can suddenly give you the best time of tour life, it can also take it just as fast. But this book thought me that life shouldn't be mourned for what you lost bust Cherished because you lived it.
This read was totally unexpected and truly heart wrenching and broke my heart but all the same I would read it again.
This is not some much a review of the books, but more of my thought and what I came to appreciate and learn.
If you like The Fault Between our Stars you will appreciate this book to.
This book started of like most YA novels start of.....with hopes of a happy ending ( or what is our perception of what happy is).....as I read I could not shake off the feeling that something terrible wrong was going to happen. It was always there pestering to come out.....I can't say that I didn't cry because I did.....Even if the ending was not your typical happy ending , that is life....it's never perfect, just like life can suddenly give you the best time of tour life, it can also take it just as fast. But this book thought me that life shouldn't be mourned for what you lost bust Cherished because you lived it.
This read was totally unexpected and truly heart wrenching and broke my heart but all the same I would read it again.
October 1, 2013
4.5 Stars
Gitte: Wow Jenny, this one is going to be hard to review without spoiling it for readers! Can we just say: beautiful, emotional and brilliantly written story please go buy it, you won’t be disappointed? Oh and make sure you pick up a giant sized pack of tissues for those big fat tears and spontaneous nose drips? HA! Yeah let’s just do that! What do you say Jenny?
“You have a choice. You can stick to what you’re used to or you can try something new and different. You don’t have to love it, but change is inevitable no matter how hard you try to resist it.” – Lincoln
Jenny: I’ve thought and thought about how to review Falling For Hadie since finishing it because it would be so hard to spoil this one for readers and I think you pretty much summed it up there. I cried like a baby – snotty crying at one point and yes, I most definitely did experience emotional turmoil throughout with dread in my stomach at times.
‘Hadie had become my everything.’ – Lincoln
‘Loving him was like taking a leap into the unknown…….’- Hadie
I agree in that I simply just want to say… “buy this book” and leave it at that but I guess we should elaborate further G.
Gitte: We didn’t actually know much going into this story did we Jenny? Never mind that it’s a series! The rest have been added to our kindles because this Author sure can write! If you pick it up start from the beginning. Even though we were fine, we’re anal about reading order, so if you’re like us you’re going to want to start with book one.
This story is about Hadie and Lincoln and wow….it was beautiful, so honest and real with a real important message. Both were such amazing characters and I loved them. Hadie, because she was straight down the line. She was a clued up sweet girl with a sense of humour, she wasn’t whiney or annoying.
“At first you didn’t tell me because you didn’t know me well enough. And then you couldn’t tell me because you knew me too well.” – Hadie
Her actions and reactions were understandable and her feelings made sense in the great divide of high school cliques.
“I was a boring book nerd and he was the popular jock. I should’ve known better.” – Hadie
As for Lincoln….GAH! This boy sure was special. He had me laughing till it hurt….
“Wow no wonder the poor girl was in such a bad mood. If my parents had named me Hadassah, I would’ve sued them.” – Lincoln
….crying till I couldn’t see anything out of my puffy eyes….
“Sometimes there is a single moment that changes your life forever. After that moment, nothing feels the same anymore. You try to get back into your normal routine, but something is different, something’s changed. Finally, you realize that everything is just the same as it always was. The only thing different is you. Hadie, you are that moment…and you have changed me forever.” – Lincoln
…..and swooning till I was a puddle on the floor…..
“You’re not pathetic. You are beautiful and you are confident and you know what you want in life. Everything you do amazes me. Everything you say resonates with me. Don’t ever tell yourself that you’re not good enough. You are better than good enough; you are perfect.” – Lincoln
You loved these characters too right Jenny?!
Jenny: All we knew about this book is someone said we would cry buckets and well….we’re kind of gluttons for punishment in the emotional stakes so we thought we’d give it a go and what an amazing albeit heart wrenching story it turned out to be. It definitely put us through the wringer and I know our text messages (which we can’t show for fear of spoilers) were mostly made up of consoling one another.
“There’s nothing wrong with what you’re feeling. It just shows that you care, and that’s a good thing. It’s better than being cold and unfeeling, or treating others badly because you don’t give a damn.” – Eddie
Hadie and Lincoln were both such truly inspirational characters. Each possessing a beauty both outside and inside – two people who had suffered hurt and rejection who found a healing in each other but this story goes far, far deeper than that.
‘She had this way of affecting every part of me, like she understood me without having to explain a thing.’ – Lincoln
I have to say G I had NO IDEA early on what the secret was that Lincoln was hiding – I was clueless. I know you picked it earlier on but I was left wondering – or should that say…hoping that it would all turn out for Lincoln and Hadie as I genuinely loved and felt for these two character.
‘Hadie had found her way into my heart. At a time when I thought the world was cruel and hopeless, she had entered it. Now, I didn’t want her to leave.’ – Lincoln
I was gutted when we realised we had started on book two but as you say, we didn’t miss a lot by not reading the first one…it’s just our nervous tic about reading in order that suffered.
“I nodded, amazed that this girl, who hadn’t been a part of my life up until two months ago, understood me so well.’ – Lincoln
There was so much to Lincoln and experiencing the story unfold in dual POV’s really did have you on the edge of your seat and your heart hitting your toes at times when his story began unravelling. Wow, this author certainly gave us an emotional ride. Linoln’s secret crushed me. Hadie and Lincoln’s love consumed me and their story is one I won’t forget in a hurry. It was poignant, touching, beautiful and shredded my heart but I wouldn’t have missed the experience for the world.
“You should never regret the things that make you happy.” – Lincoln
Falling for Hadie is a book I recommend picking up if you’re looking for something real, something emotional. Beautifully written, beautifully moving.
Gitte: I loved so much about Falling for Hadie. I loved the build-up of a special friendship, the humour, tension and silliness as well as the ‘getting to know you’ stage before it became so much more than that, overwhelmingly so. Two hurt and vulnerable people who found each other and saw past their strong defensive exterior.
“Where’s the pole?” – Lincoln
“What pole?” – Hadie
“The one that’s stuck up your ass.” – Lincoln
I loved the POV changes, it made this stunning YA contemporary so complete, an intriguing mystery, and it was almost perfect. I say almost because I thought an aspect of a couple of ‘story lines’ were overwritten and unrealistically taken too far in the face of the crux of the story. Namely Lincoln’s Mum and sister. I just didn’t believe that their behaviour would have been that extreme. That’s all I’m going to say about that though because really, this story is a must read for its beauty, its characters and it’s poignant messages.
“When you love someone, you would do anything for them, not anything to destroy them.”
Gitte: Wow Jenny, this one is going to be hard to review without spoiling it for readers! Can we just say: beautiful, emotional and brilliantly written story please go buy it, you won’t be disappointed? Oh and make sure you pick up a giant sized pack of tissues for those big fat tears and spontaneous nose drips? HA! Yeah let’s just do that! What do you say Jenny?
“You have a choice. You can stick to what you’re used to or you can try something new and different. You don’t have to love it, but change is inevitable no matter how hard you try to resist it.” – Lincoln
Jenny: I’ve thought and thought about how to review Falling For Hadie since finishing it because it would be so hard to spoil this one for readers and I think you pretty much summed it up there. I cried like a baby – snotty crying at one point and yes, I most definitely did experience emotional turmoil throughout with dread in my stomach at times.
‘Hadie had become my everything.’ – Lincoln
‘Loving him was like taking a leap into the unknown…….’- Hadie
I agree in that I simply just want to say… “buy this book” and leave it at that but I guess we should elaborate further G.
Gitte: We didn’t actually know much going into this story did we Jenny? Never mind that it’s a series! The rest have been added to our kindles because this Author sure can write! If you pick it up start from the beginning. Even though we were fine, we’re anal about reading order, so if you’re like us you’re going to want to start with book one.
This story is about Hadie and Lincoln and wow….it was beautiful, so honest and real with a real important message. Both were such amazing characters and I loved them. Hadie, because she was straight down the line. She was a clued up sweet girl with a sense of humour, she wasn’t whiney or annoying.
“At first you didn’t tell me because you didn’t know me well enough. And then you couldn’t tell me because you knew me too well.” – Hadie
Her actions and reactions were understandable and her feelings made sense in the great divide of high school cliques.
“I was a boring book nerd and he was the popular jock. I should’ve known better.” – Hadie
As for Lincoln….GAH! This boy sure was special. He had me laughing till it hurt….
“Wow no wonder the poor girl was in such a bad mood. If my parents had named me Hadassah, I would’ve sued them.” – Lincoln
….crying till I couldn’t see anything out of my puffy eyes….
“Sometimes there is a single moment that changes your life forever. After that moment, nothing feels the same anymore. You try to get back into your normal routine, but something is different, something’s changed. Finally, you realize that everything is just the same as it always was. The only thing different is you. Hadie, you are that moment…and you have changed me forever.” – Lincoln
…..and swooning till I was a puddle on the floor…..
“You’re not pathetic. You are beautiful and you are confident and you know what you want in life. Everything you do amazes me. Everything you say resonates with me. Don’t ever tell yourself that you’re not good enough. You are better than good enough; you are perfect.” – Lincoln
You loved these characters too right Jenny?!
Jenny: All we knew about this book is someone said we would cry buckets and well….we’re kind of gluttons for punishment in the emotional stakes so we thought we’d give it a go and what an amazing albeit heart wrenching story it turned out to be. It definitely put us through the wringer and I know our text messages (which we can’t show for fear of spoilers) were mostly made up of consoling one another.
“There’s nothing wrong with what you’re feeling. It just shows that you care, and that’s a good thing. It’s better than being cold and unfeeling, or treating others badly because you don’t give a damn.” – Eddie
Hadie and Lincoln were both such truly inspirational characters. Each possessing a beauty both outside and inside – two people who had suffered hurt and rejection who found a healing in each other but this story goes far, far deeper than that.
‘She had this way of affecting every part of me, like she understood me without having to explain a thing.’ – Lincoln
I have to say G I had NO IDEA early on what the secret was that Lincoln was hiding – I was clueless. I know you picked it earlier on but I was left wondering – or should that say…hoping that it would all turn out for Lincoln and Hadie as I genuinely loved and felt for these two character.
‘Hadie had found her way into my heart. At a time when I thought the world was cruel and hopeless, she had entered it. Now, I didn’t want her to leave.’ – Lincoln
I was gutted when we realised we had started on book two but as you say, we didn’t miss a lot by not reading the first one…it’s just our nervous tic about reading in order that suffered.
“I nodded, amazed that this girl, who hadn’t been a part of my life up until two months ago, understood me so well.’ – Lincoln
There was so much to Lincoln and experiencing the story unfold in dual POV’s really did have you on the edge of your seat and your heart hitting your toes at times when his story began unravelling. Wow, this author certainly gave us an emotional ride. Linoln’s secret crushed me. Hadie and Lincoln’s love consumed me and their story is one I won’t forget in a hurry. It was poignant, touching, beautiful and shredded my heart but I wouldn’t have missed the experience for the world.
“You should never regret the things that make you happy.” – Lincoln
Falling for Hadie is a book I recommend picking up if you’re looking for something real, something emotional. Beautifully written, beautifully moving.
Gitte: I loved so much about Falling for Hadie. I loved the build-up of a special friendship, the humour, tension and silliness as well as the ‘getting to know you’ stage before it became so much more than that, overwhelmingly so. Two hurt and vulnerable people who found each other and saw past their strong defensive exterior.
“Where’s the pole?” – Lincoln
“What pole?” – Hadie
“The one that’s stuck up your ass.” – Lincoln
I loved the POV changes, it made this stunning YA contemporary so complete, an intriguing mystery, and it was almost perfect. I say almost because I thought an aspect of a couple of ‘story lines’ were overwritten and unrealistically taken too far in the face of the crux of the story. Namely Lincoln’s Mum and sister. I just didn’t believe that their behaviour would have been that extreme. That’s all I’m going to say about that though because really, this story is a must read for its beauty, its characters and it’s poignant messages.
“When you love someone, you would do anything for them, not anything to destroy them.”
March 20, 2013
Oh my gosh! I totally guessed Lincoln's secret early on and when it was confirmed - I kind of hated Komal Kant a little bit. My cousin was diagnosed with leukaemia when we were six years old - thankfully she survived so I know what it is like to be close to someone going through that. I have fallen in love with Link just like I did with Luca - and I kind of font want to read it to the end because I know what is going to happen and I know I am going to bawl my eyes out!
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Okay I am finished now - and I cried and cried and cried, your book touched me and like i said before I fell in love, can't wait for the third book in the series, 'Wrong Side of The Town'! Excellent work.
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Okay I am finished now - and I cried and cried and cried, your book touched me and like i said before I fell in love, can't wait for the third book in the series, 'Wrong Side of The Town'! Excellent work.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
March 25, 2013
This is my second book by Komal Kant and I loved the first, but I love this one even more. It's a beautiful story about love and loss. I know that lots of people have already gone into in depth reviews, so I'll just skip the summarizing and say: Read this book! Read it people!
January 22, 2014
Y yo que pensaba que era un libro feliz y lleno de mariposas de colores.
La sinopsis no te prepara para nada de lo que realmente sucede el libro.
Sigo traumada.
La sinopsis no te prepara para nada de lo que realmente sucede el libro.
Sigo traumada.
January 18, 2015
So cliched, I cant even...
May 16, 2013
“Sometimes there is a single moment that changes your life forever… Hadie, you are that moment… and you have changed me. Forever.”
Note: Falling for Hadie is the second installment in the With Me series, but it can be read as a standalone.
It was one of those frustrating nights, one where I was trying to find the next read that would satisfy an urge I couldn’t quite identify. Sure, I had plenty of unread purchases in my library. Yes, there were new releases that I had yet to pick up. But nothing really felt right. I was restless for something, but I had no clue what might be. I chanced upon the newly released Falling for Hadie, by Komal Kant, by a happy coincidence. I was slow to realize I had already read the first in the series. I recalled that I really enjoyed Impossible, but I’d read it as a standalone at the time. In the wee hours of the morning, something told me to take a chance on Falling for Hadie. At the very least, I was confident I’d be as entertained as I was with the first. Hours later, as dawn peeked over the horizon and the world around me began to stir and start the day anew, I sat in the same exact spot, only my state of mind had morphed to a stunned daze as I fought to process the overwhelming impact of having just finished Falling for Hadie.
Falling for Hadie was everything and nothing like I expected. There’s no other way to put it. This is the story of Lincoln Bracks and Hadie Swinton. It certainly is not love at first sight between these two, but the feelings they eventually develop for each other are sweet, honest, and true. And irrefutably life-changing.
When we meet them, Lincoln is a recent transfer from New York City starting Statlen High alongside his twin sister Becky. All we really know is that he was the reason for his family’s drastic relocation, and that he has no intention of getting close to anyone in this new town. Which works perfectly because the first person he encounters is a scorned and fiery Hadie. Reeling from the recent betrayal of the boy she’s loved for years, she is carrying a grudge toward all specimens of the XY influence carrying the jock gene (and all that it implies). Her obvious determination to hate him amuses Lincoln and prompts his incessant antagonizing of her. He sees through her facade; she is far from the angry, embittered shrew her heartbreak has manifested. That’s just one reason he finds it hard to leave her alone. His insatiable curiosity and enigmatic charm chip away at Hadie’s resolve, forcing her to admit that not all guys who look like Lincoln are cut from the same cloth. He’s nothing like she assumed and her attraction to him is undeniable and unstoppable. The last thing she anticipates is his insistence, however hesitant, that they only remain friends.
Lincoln and Hadie’s draw to one another can’t be ignored, and once the resistance lets up, they are undeniably headed toward love. But there is still something looming over Lincoln, and as the story progresses, we get the sense that it is quite serious. By the time we find out what that is, there is no question that Lincoln and Hadie are truly in love. They are deeply committed to one another and, in a short time, have given each other memories and experiences that won’t soon be forgotten. When the truth about Lincoln is revealed, it is nothing short of heartbreaking.
With the truth known, some parts of the story become crystal clear, while others are clear as mud. In the beginning, Lincoln makes it known that he is certainly a changed person, but we have no idea of what the catalyst for change was. Especially because he originally resolves to stay removed from everyone else. And, there are some confusing and shocking elements at play beyond the central story of Lincoln and Hadie. Most notably, Lincoln’s family, their dynamics, and their countless WTF moments that left me feeling unsettled, upset, and unjustified. All of these elements contribute to a very complicated situation that has no easy answers and that does not guarantee happiness for all involved.
Here’s what I can say without spoiling Falling for Hadie for anyone because this book deserves to be experienced first-hand. This is a wonderful love story, but it is one that truly challenges the idea of happily ever after. It took me on a roller coaster of emotions. It surprised me until the very end. It has and will continue to stay with me. It immediately took residence on the short list of books that I know have had a significant impact on my outlook on life. And, for that, I will forever be grateful that I was searching for something I didn’t know I was looking for that one random night.
Why did Falling for Hadie leave me {Book} Hungover? Because, in the end, it gave me what I needed, not what I wanted. And Lincoln and Hadie simply cannot be forgotten.
This review originally posted at http://www.happilyeverhungover.com.
Note: Falling for Hadie is the second installment in the With Me series, but it can be read as a standalone.
It was one of those frustrating nights, one where I was trying to find the next read that would satisfy an urge I couldn’t quite identify. Sure, I had plenty of unread purchases in my library. Yes, there were new releases that I had yet to pick up. But nothing really felt right. I was restless for something, but I had no clue what might be. I chanced upon the newly released Falling for Hadie, by Komal Kant, by a happy coincidence. I was slow to realize I had already read the first in the series. I recalled that I really enjoyed Impossible, but I’d read it as a standalone at the time. In the wee hours of the morning, something told me to take a chance on Falling for Hadie. At the very least, I was confident I’d be as entertained as I was with the first. Hours later, as dawn peeked over the horizon and the world around me began to stir and start the day anew, I sat in the same exact spot, only my state of mind had morphed to a stunned daze as I fought to process the overwhelming impact of having just finished Falling for Hadie.
Falling for Hadie was everything and nothing like I expected. There’s no other way to put it. This is the story of Lincoln Bracks and Hadie Swinton. It certainly is not love at first sight between these two, but the feelings they eventually develop for each other are sweet, honest, and true. And irrefutably life-changing.
When we meet them, Lincoln is a recent transfer from New York City starting Statlen High alongside his twin sister Becky. All we really know is that he was the reason for his family’s drastic relocation, and that he has no intention of getting close to anyone in this new town. Which works perfectly because the first person he encounters is a scorned and fiery Hadie. Reeling from the recent betrayal of the boy she’s loved for years, she is carrying a grudge toward all specimens of the XY influence carrying the jock gene (and all that it implies). Her obvious determination to hate him amuses Lincoln and prompts his incessant antagonizing of her. He sees through her facade; she is far from the angry, embittered shrew her heartbreak has manifested. That’s just one reason he finds it hard to leave her alone. His insatiable curiosity and enigmatic charm chip away at Hadie’s resolve, forcing her to admit that not all guys who look like Lincoln are cut from the same cloth. He’s nothing like she assumed and her attraction to him is undeniable and unstoppable. The last thing she anticipates is his insistence, however hesitant, that they only remain friends.
Lincoln and Hadie’s draw to one another can’t be ignored, and once the resistance lets up, they are undeniably headed toward love. But there is still something looming over Lincoln, and as the story progresses, we get the sense that it is quite serious. By the time we find out what that is, there is no question that Lincoln and Hadie are truly in love. They are deeply committed to one another and, in a short time, have given each other memories and experiences that won’t soon be forgotten. When the truth about Lincoln is revealed, it is nothing short of heartbreaking.
With the truth known, some parts of the story become crystal clear, while others are clear as mud. In the beginning, Lincoln makes it known that he is certainly a changed person, but we have no idea of what the catalyst for change was. Especially because he originally resolves to stay removed from everyone else. And, there are some confusing and shocking elements at play beyond the central story of Lincoln and Hadie. Most notably, Lincoln’s family, their dynamics, and their countless WTF moments that left me feeling unsettled, upset, and unjustified. All of these elements contribute to a very complicated situation that has no easy answers and that does not guarantee happiness for all involved.
Here’s what I can say without spoiling Falling for Hadie for anyone because this book deserves to be experienced first-hand. This is a wonderful love story, but it is one that truly challenges the idea of happily ever after. It took me on a roller coaster of emotions. It surprised me until the very end. It has and will continue to stay with me. It immediately took residence on the short list of books that I know have had a significant impact on my outlook on life. And, for that, I will forever be grateful that I was searching for something I didn’t know I was looking for that one random night.
Why did Falling for Hadie leave me {Book} Hungover? Because, in the end, it gave me what I needed, not what I wanted. And Lincoln and Hadie simply cannot be forgotten.
This review originally posted at http://www.happilyeverhungover.com.
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Después de una semana entera sin leer y llena de exámenes, me apetecía leer una novela NA. Suelen ser fáciles de leer y muy divertidas, no sueles tardas más de cuatro días en leerlas. Escogí este libro pensando que era NA pero es una mezcla entre la trama de los libros New Adult pero con personajes Young Adult. En fin, que el libro no me ha gustado. La trama del libro es la típica de cualquier libro NA pero los personajes y el desarrollo de la historia no me ha gustado nada.
La trama es la típica que podríamos encontrar en cualquier libro NA que hay por goodreads. Trata de una chica inteligente, guapa pero ella no lo sabe, friki porque según ella si lees eres friki y se ríen de ella en el institutotambién podría añadir que es machista pero de eso ya hablaré más adelante. Nuestra protagonista, Hadie, vive en un pequeño pueblo y viene un chico nuevo super guapo, increíble, la persona más perfecta del mundo y justamente Hadie le tiene que enseñar todo el instituto. Obviamente ella es muy maleducada y estúpida con él, porque ella no es como las demás es diferente no caerá en sus redes y se enamorará de él. Por cierto el chico se llama Lincoln como el ex presidente de USA. El caso es que este chico guarda un secreto. ¿Hay algún chico de algún libro NW que no guarde un secreto? Respuesta: no lo creo. Lincoln le dice a Hadie que no es bueno para ella que es peligroso. ¿Qué hace ella? Acercarse a él y enamorarse de un día para otro.
La trama no me ha gustado nada. Es muy cliché y predecible. Ha sido muy aburrida porque todo el rato sabía lo que iba a pasar. La autora podría haber innovado un poco en vez de utilizar los típicos clichés que aparecen en todos los libros y que todo lector conoce. La autora no profundiza en los personajes, son planos y sin personalidad, parece que estén calcados de otras novelas. La novela en sí es mala, muy mala. Incluso me he replanteado abandonarla. A veces soporto los clichés pero no me ha gustado la manera en como la autora los ha utilizado en la novela.
La protagonista es un infierno, no entiendo como hay gente que la soporta. Sus constantes comentarios machistas me daban ganas de darle puñetazos. Según ella si una mujer tiene relaciones con un chicos de manera espontánea es una zorra, si una chica se morrea con su ex es una zorra, si una chica lleva minifalda es una zorra, las mujeres dependemos de los hombres, no sabe cómo vivir sin un hombre… Es muy estúpida y una inmadura. En el libro no aclara a que curso vao yo no me he enterado que también puede ser pero tiene algunas contestaciones y actúa de una manera infantil e inmadura. Otra cosa que no he soportado es que nunca llega a superar a su novio. Hay gente que le pueda pasar pero dice “Ya he superado a Bennett no necesito a nadie en mi vida” luego lo ve con una chica y quiere ponerlo celoso con Lincoln. Durante la mayoría de la novela siempre tiene presente a su ex novio. Que por cierto era el chico más popular de la escuela y justamente estuvo saliendo con Hadie la chica más friki y que nadie se fija. *tos*cliché*tos*
Por otro lado tenemos a Lincoln nuestro personaje masculino. O también conocido como el chico más guapo del mundo, Afrodita en chico, un bellezón, un chico de 10, está pa’ mojar pan… Pero, como no, tiene un gran secreto y debe alejarse de Hadie porque le hará daño. Más que daño es mucho drama innecesario que la autora ha metido de relleno porque se le acabaron las pocas ideas que tenía o se le acabaron los clichés. Para ser honesta creo que fue por la segunda opción. Todo ese drama con su familia me daba igual. He leído en algunas reseñas que es un libro depresivo y triste. Más que triste da risa de lo malo que es pero gustos los colores. Es un personaje plano, aburrido y sin personalidad. La autora podría haber explotado mucho más a sus personajes. Es un personaje del montón que no destaca y que se quedará en el olvido.
Hay una cosa en la trama que me gustaría comentar porque me ha dado mucha rabia. Eso de poner “puta” en la taquilla/taquillero está muy pasado de moda. Todo este tema de que si una chica se enrolla con un chico ya es una guarra creo que debería eliminar de la literatura.
Un libro del montón que entretiene pero con una historia mala con una trama llena de clichés, parece que lees partes de otros libros, los personajes no son nada del otro mundo.
La trama es la típica que podríamos encontrar en cualquier libro NA que hay por goodreads. Trata de una chica inteligente, guapa pero ella no lo sabe, friki porque según ella si lees eres friki y se ríen de ella en el instituto
La trama no me ha gustado nada. Es muy cliché y predecible. Ha sido muy aburrida porque todo el rato sabía lo que iba a pasar. La autora podría haber innovado un poco en vez de utilizar los típicos clichés que aparecen en todos los libros y que todo lector conoce. La autora no profundiza en los personajes, son planos y sin personalidad, parece que estén calcados de otras novelas. La novela en sí es mala, muy mala. Incluso me he replanteado abandonarla. A veces soporto los clichés pero no me ha gustado la manera en como la autora los ha utilizado en la novela.
La protagonista es un infierno, no entiendo como hay gente que la soporta. Sus constantes comentarios machistas me daban ganas de darle puñetazos. Según ella si una mujer tiene relaciones con un chicos de manera espontánea es una zorra, si una chica se morrea con su ex es una zorra, si una chica lleva minifalda es una zorra, las mujeres dependemos de los hombres, no sabe cómo vivir sin un hombre… Es muy estúpida y una inmadura. En el libro no aclara a que curso va
Por otro lado tenemos a Lincoln nuestro personaje masculino. O también conocido como el chico más guapo del mundo, Afrodita en chico, un bellezón, un chico de 10, está pa’ mojar pan… Pero, como no, tiene un gran secreto y debe alejarse de Hadie porque le hará daño. Más que daño es mucho drama innecesario que la autora ha metido de relleno porque se le acabaron las pocas ideas que tenía o se le acabaron los clichés. Para ser honesta creo que fue por la segunda opción. Todo ese drama con su familia me daba igual. He leído en algunas reseñas que es un libro depresivo y triste. Más que triste da risa de lo malo que es pero gustos los colores. Es un personaje plano, aburrido y sin personalidad. La autora podría haber explotado mucho más a sus personajes. Es un personaje del montón que no destaca y que se quedará en el olvido.
Hay una cosa en la trama que me gustaría comentar porque me ha dado mucha rabia. Eso de poner “puta” en la taquilla/taquillero está muy pasado de moda. Todo este tema de que si una chica se enrolla con un chico ya es una guarra creo que debería eliminar de la literatura.
Un libro del montón que entretiene pero con una historia mala con una trama llena de clichés, parece que lees partes de otros libros, los personajes no son nada del otro mundo.
March 20, 2013
*** Some spoilers ***
I downloaded this last night primarily because of the reviews others had written. So many people had sobbed and sobbed and I saw it as a challenge. It takes a lot to make me cry. But if I cry it means the story has sucked me in and I'm invested in the characters and frankly I've read so many weak stories of late I have been hungry for a good one that makes me feel something.
Thank you "Falling for Hadie" - you broke me - lol. I sat down this morning on my one day off in the week to start reading it. Yes housework, I have every intention of getting to you, you've waited a couple of months (eek) what's another 15/20 minutes, just let me get a couple of chapters in. So I started, uh huh, yeah, girl is scorned, hates guys, meets new guy, tries to hate him until he worms his way into her heart, one breathtaking smile at a time. Sigh. So what's the big secret that keeps getting alluded to? Just a few more chapters then I'll really put those 3 weeks of clothes away....
Can I say at this point - I LOVE LOVE all of the characters names, if only everyone I went to school with had such imaginative names.....Side tangent - why are real life names so bogan? Tanika, Talisha, Nikita, Taylah/Tayla/Taila etc......is it only people who take the time to escape into the worlds that books have to offer that can come up with such cool names? (Major apologies for offending anyone with the above mentioned names...) So anyway, Hadie, Lincoln, Ashton, Bennett, Askance, Yuki, Kendare, Eddison - even the dogs Chance and Halo - way cool names.
Well 10 or so chapters in I'd lost interest in the episode of "One Tree Hill" that I was trying to watch at the same time - what can I say - I'm a multi tasker - so many things to do - so little time. I'm lucky they show a recap at the start of each episode so I can do a quick catch up. I read a few more chapters, feeling only marginally guilty that it was now midday and I'd already slept in until 9:30am, got up, showered and had done nothing more than read. Ugh could I be any lazier? I only briefly stopped to make an omelette for lunch and catch the end of the Ellen show - cause I'm sorry but she is funny as f*@#. Okay back to it, what's the secret? Had Lincoln gotten into serious criminal activity back in NY and had to leave because of the shame. Had he - eek - raped someone and his parents had secreted him away to avoid prosecution. I tried to imagine every scenario except the one that I really knew it had to be. I normally only really enjoy happy ending stories. If real life can't always be happy then at least a book can... I was almost tempted to put the book down because I was afraid of what it wold make me feel. I hate knowing that this was not going to end all puppies and rainbows.
When Lincoln finally confessed his secret I was still surprisingly dry eyed. I've experienced close sudden loss a couple of times so I've got a pretty hard shell. I was even thinking this to myself as I was reading the chapter and I thought, oh well, nah, not so really gut wrenching. Then I literally turned the page, read a paragraph and started sobbing!!! And sobbing. And sobbing. The kind of sobbing where you are trying not to sob but as you do it makes your throat hurt so much. The emotion practically leapt off the page and slapped me in the face it was that sudden! Chapters 30-38 made me remember why I love reading so much. It makes me appreciate the talent and the power that writers have at their fingertips. To make words come alive that make you laugh out loud or cry like a baby.
The only characters I hated were Becky and his mum. Seriously could there be two bigger b@#$*&% ever? I also hated that they never changed their attitudes or opinions at all. They were so cold. It was kind of heartbreaking that Lincoln had to deal with that for the whole last year of his life. Even the possibility of a turnaround in their attitudes never gave me a glimpse of a happy ending I was craving. I even laughingly thought - can this story now turn supernatural so he can return as a ghost and be with Hadie forever - anything for a happy ending = thank god I'm not a writer!
Well done Ms Kant, fantastic story. I am now about to jump onto Amazon to see if I can download your other two that I did not know you had written!
I downloaded this last night primarily because of the reviews others had written. So many people had sobbed and sobbed and I saw it as a challenge. It takes a lot to make me cry. But if I cry it means the story has sucked me in and I'm invested in the characters and frankly I've read so many weak stories of late I have been hungry for a good one that makes me feel something.
Thank you "Falling for Hadie" - you broke me - lol. I sat down this morning on my one day off in the week to start reading it. Yes housework, I have every intention of getting to you, you've waited a couple of months (eek) what's another 15/20 minutes, just let me get a couple of chapters in. So I started, uh huh, yeah, girl is scorned, hates guys, meets new guy, tries to hate him until he worms his way into her heart, one breathtaking smile at a time. Sigh. So what's the big secret that keeps getting alluded to? Just a few more chapters then I'll really put those 3 weeks of clothes away....
Can I say at this point - I LOVE LOVE all of the characters names, if only everyone I went to school with had such imaginative names.....Side tangent - why are real life names so bogan? Tanika, Talisha, Nikita, Taylah/Tayla/Taila etc......is it only people who take the time to escape into the worlds that books have to offer that can come up with such cool names? (Major apologies for offending anyone with the above mentioned names...) So anyway, Hadie, Lincoln, Ashton, Bennett, Askance, Yuki, Kendare, Eddison - even the dogs Chance and Halo - way cool names.
Well 10 or so chapters in I'd lost interest in the episode of "One Tree Hill" that I was trying to watch at the same time - what can I say - I'm a multi tasker - so many things to do - so little time. I'm lucky they show a recap at the start of each episode so I can do a quick catch up. I read a few more chapters, feeling only marginally guilty that it was now midday and I'd already slept in until 9:30am, got up, showered and had done nothing more than read. Ugh could I be any lazier? I only briefly stopped to make an omelette for lunch and catch the end of the Ellen show - cause I'm sorry but she is funny as f*@#. Okay back to it, what's the secret? Had Lincoln gotten into serious criminal activity back in NY and had to leave because of the shame. Had he - eek - raped someone and his parents had secreted him away to avoid prosecution. I tried to imagine every scenario except the one that I really knew it had to be. I normally only really enjoy happy ending stories. If real life can't always be happy then at least a book can... I was almost tempted to put the book down because I was afraid of what it wold make me feel. I hate knowing that this was not going to end all puppies and rainbows.
When Lincoln finally confessed his secret I was still surprisingly dry eyed. I've experienced close sudden loss a couple of times so I've got a pretty hard shell. I was even thinking this to myself as I was reading the chapter and I thought, oh well, nah, not so really gut wrenching. Then I literally turned the page, read a paragraph and started sobbing!!! And sobbing. And sobbing. The kind of sobbing where you are trying not to sob but as you do it makes your throat hurt so much. The emotion practically leapt off the page and slapped me in the face it was that sudden! Chapters 30-38 made me remember why I love reading so much. It makes me appreciate the talent and the power that writers have at their fingertips. To make words come alive that make you laugh out loud or cry like a baby.
The only characters I hated were Becky and his mum. Seriously could there be two bigger b@#$*&% ever? I also hated that they never changed their attitudes or opinions at all. They were so cold. It was kind of heartbreaking that Lincoln had to deal with that for the whole last year of his life. Even the possibility of a turnaround in their attitudes never gave me a glimpse of a happy ending I was craving. I even laughingly thought - can this story now turn supernatural so he can return as a ghost and be with Hadie forever - anything for a happy ending = thank god I'm not a writer!
Well done Ms Kant, fantastic story. I am now about to jump onto Amazon to see if I can download your other two that I did not know you had written!
June 30, 2013
La verdad, las 5 estrellas se las ganaron los últimos capítulos tan tristes, imposible no sufrir con esta historia tan agridulce, debe ser una de las pocas que tienen este final y se trata sobre un chico joven, además de que el cáncer es un touchy subject para mi por experiencias cercanas, todo eso es un combo para llorar como un bebé. Totalmente recomendable, el comienzo es "meh.." pero mejora.
“I’ve wanted to tell you for so long,” I finally said, my voice raspy from all the crying, “but I kept putting it off. There was never a right moment to do it. I was so scared, Hadie, so scared when I went to bed every night; scared that I wouldn’t wake up the next day and get to see you.”
“There must be something, anything, the doctors can do for you. Maybe if you tried chemo or radiation therapy again there’s a chance you’d make it.” She sounded desperate, grasping at straws, trying to figure out a way for me to stay with her just a bit longer.
I shook my head, giving her a sad smile. “No, Hadie, there’s nothing that can be done for me. The cancer has spread too far. The doctors told me I had a year to live. Well, my year is up. It was up months ago. I’m living on borrowed time, but that time is soon going to run out. I can feel death creeping into me. I can sense it when I lie in bed at night. It hovers over me like a cloud, just out of reach, but I know it’s there. I’m not going to put myself through chemo or radiation therapy ever again. Either way, I’m going to die. It’ll only be delaying something that is inevitable.”
The boy who had brought so much warmth into my life was now lying beside me, cold, dull, lifeless and dead.
All of a sudden, a wailing erupted from somewhere around me, a sound so heart-wrenching that I’d never heard anything like it before. It took me a few seconds to realize that the sound was coming from me and with it came another realization—that I had lost Lincoln forever.
Our love is short, it is fleeting, but it is real.
Our time together falls through my fingers like sand. I try to grasp at it, but eventually it will leave me.
I will have to leave you, Hadie. One day, very soon, I will no longer get to hear you rambling or listen to one of your literary references or feel your lips against mine. I don’t know when that day will come, but I know it will be soon.
When that day comes, I don’t want you to close yourself off. I want you to grow from the memories we shared. I want you to remember me and smile.
I have always wondered what comes after life and death. Will I still remember you? Will I still know you? Will I cease to exist? I’m not sure what comes next, Hadie. The only thing I am sure of is uncertainty.
Don’t see our time together as something to mourn. See it as a way to live. Cherish every second you have. Hold the ones you love close to you. Sing, even when you don’t know the words to the song. Smile when the sun shines on your face. Dance in the rain. Stare in wonder at the ripples that disturb the surface of our lake.
Life is made up of ripples. We are two ripples that collided and now we are fading away, going our separate ways.
If I am ever given a chance to hold onto something, I will always hold onto my memories of you.
“I’ve wanted to tell you for so long,” I finally said, my voice raspy from all the crying, “but I kept putting it off. There was never a right moment to do it. I was so scared, Hadie, so scared when I went to bed every night; scared that I wouldn’t wake up the next day and get to see you.”
“There must be something, anything, the doctors can do for you. Maybe if you tried chemo or radiation therapy again there’s a chance you’d make it.” She sounded desperate, grasping at straws, trying to figure out a way for me to stay with her just a bit longer.
I shook my head, giving her a sad smile. “No, Hadie, there’s nothing that can be done for me. The cancer has spread too far. The doctors told me I had a year to live. Well, my year is up. It was up months ago. I’m living on borrowed time, but that time is soon going to run out. I can feel death creeping into me. I can sense it when I lie in bed at night. It hovers over me like a cloud, just out of reach, but I know it’s there. I’m not going to put myself through chemo or radiation therapy ever again. Either way, I’m going to die. It’ll only be delaying something that is inevitable.”
The boy who had brought so much warmth into my life was now lying beside me, cold, dull, lifeless and dead.
All of a sudden, a wailing erupted from somewhere around me, a sound so heart-wrenching that I’d never heard anything like it before. It took me a few seconds to realize that the sound was coming from me and with it came another realization—that I had lost Lincoln forever.
Our love is short, it is fleeting, but it is real.
Our time together falls through my fingers like sand. I try to grasp at it, but eventually it will leave me.
I will have to leave you, Hadie. One day, very soon, I will no longer get to hear you rambling or listen to one of your literary references or feel your lips against mine. I don’t know when that day will come, but I know it will be soon.
When that day comes, I don’t want you to close yourself off. I want you to grow from the memories we shared. I want you to remember me and smile.
I have always wondered what comes after life and death. Will I still remember you? Will I still know you? Will I cease to exist? I’m not sure what comes next, Hadie. The only thing I am sure of is uncertainty.
Don’t see our time together as something to mourn. See it as a way to live. Cherish every second you have. Hold the ones you love close to you. Sing, even when you don’t know the words to the song. Smile when the sun shines on your face. Dance in the rain. Stare in wonder at the ripples that disturb the surface of our lake.
Life is made up of ripples. We are two ripples that collided and now we are fading away, going our separate ways.
If I am ever given a chance to hold onto something, I will always hold onto my memories of you.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
March 8, 2013
Komal has brought you into the inner workings of the High school life once again in Statlen, Iowa and in the process has made you feel so many emotions while reading this book. Her writing is AMAZING!
Hadie is a girl who wasn't in the popular crowd until she met Bennett the popular jock and they started dating. One party one night of cheating and one night of a public fight brought Hadie out of the popular crowd to the bottom of the barrel and it was Bennett who did the cheating. Hadie had a broken heart and wanted nothing to do with boys again especially the jocks....quiet reserved and back to her studies and books she moved on but was still in love with her lifetime crush.
Until someone new to school started to break her walls down....
Linc leaving New York to escape his old life and make a new one, looked like the typical jock and didn't want to make any connections to anyone in his new life. Day 1 at school he is matched up with a buddy, none other then Hadie who wanted nothing to do with the jock type or boys.
These two each had their own internal wars going on yet they seem to have some sort of connection and were able to break each others walls down.They fell in love with each other even though Linc was trying hard to fall out of love with Hadie. Life was going good until the secret that Linc was hiding from his new life was spoken by none other then Linc's sister who only had the popular crowd in her line of vision. she was out to get top rank in her new school and it didn't matter who was in her way.
I LOVED this book, I felt every emotion the characters were feeling I loved to see Ashton and Luca make an appearance and also Eddie!! Eddie well dang just Eddie he seems to have a connection to everyone in town and I loved him in this book. I LOVE when an author brings her characters back into a book from the previous book and not just as background characters but also a part of the story. IMPOSSIBLE was an awesome book and this one was just as good if not better.
highly recommend FALLING FOR HADIE to everyone!
Hadie is a girl who wasn't in the popular crowd until she met Bennett the popular jock and they started dating. One party one night of cheating and one night of a public fight brought Hadie out of the popular crowd to the bottom of the barrel and it was Bennett who did the cheating. Hadie had a broken heart and wanted nothing to do with boys again especially the jocks....quiet reserved and back to her studies and books she moved on but was still in love with her lifetime crush.
Until someone new to school started to break her walls down....
Linc leaving New York to escape his old life and make a new one, looked like the typical jock and didn't want to make any connections to anyone in his new life. Day 1 at school he is matched up with a buddy, none other then Hadie who wanted nothing to do with the jock type or boys.
These two each had their own internal wars going on yet they seem to have some sort of connection and were able to break each others walls down.They fell in love with each other even though Linc was trying hard to fall out of love with Hadie. Life was going good until the secret that Linc was hiding from his new life was spoken by none other then Linc's sister who only had the popular crowd in her line of vision. she was out to get top rank in her new school and it didn't matter who was in her way.
I LOVED this book, I felt every emotion the characters were feeling I loved to see Ashton and Luca make an appearance and also Eddie!! Eddie well dang just Eddie he seems to have a connection to everyone in town and I loved him in this book. I LOVE when an author brings her characters back into a book from the previous book and not just as background characters but also a part of the story. IMPOSSIBLE was an awesome book and this one was just as good if not better.
highly recommend FALLING FOR HADIE to everyone!
April 21, 2013
I was given a Copy of Falling For Hadie for an honest review.
This is an extremely hard review to write.Emotionally, I had no idea what I was getting myself into when asked to read Falling For Hadie By Komal Kant.I feel as though I have been run through an emotional gauntlet.Had I known I would feel this way about this book or need a boxful of tissues I would have been better prepared.I was completely blindsided in a good way by how much this book hit me emotionally.Lincoln Bracks moves to Iowa and there he meets Hadie.Hadie is heartbroken from a previous relationship gone wrong and is anti-guys when Lincoln comes to school.Slowly they fall in love after many attempts not too.When you read this you will read about true romance and the true meaning of Living for the moment.
Did you know My Kindle actually died on me due to me reading this book all day long and I literally charged it for 5 minutes so I could finish the book?Im not sure if anyone is aware of the trauma that induced.Here I am reading a book that I could not get enough of and my kindle dies.It was horrible.Falling For Hadie was nothing like I expected.I expected a regular YA romance but what I recieved was so very much more.Im so angry at myself for never having read Komal Kant's Previous book.Im am utterly blown away by the Talent that is Komal Kant.I feel like I need to go have a cry fest after reading this book.I do hope that Komal Kant will write another book for Hadie because I feel as though her story is not quite over and it would be a darn shame not to finish her story.I will say this.If you don't read this book then you are going to kick yourself.Its amazing.Komal,You have talent.The way you write is a breath of fresh air.I look forward to reading more by you and you will definitely be on my Favorite author lists.Thank you for writing this story.
This is an extremely hard review to write.Emotionally, I had no idea what I was getting myself into when asked to read Falling For Hadie By Komal Kant.I feel as though I have been run through an emotional gauntlet.Had I known I would feel this way about this book or need a boxful of tissues I would have been better prepared.I was completely blindsided in a good way by how much this book hit me emotionally.Lincoln Bracks moves to Iowa and there he meets Hadie.Hadie is heartbroken from a previous relationship gone wrong and is anti-guys when Lincoln comes to school.Slowly they fall in love after many attempts not too.When you read this you will read about true romance and the true meaning of Living for the moment.
Did you know My Kindle actually died on me due to me reading this book all day long and I literally charged it for 5 minutes so I could finish the book?Im not sure if anyone is aware of the trauma that induced.Here I am reading a book that I could not get enough of and my kindle dies.It was horrible.Falling For Hadie was nothing like I expected.I expected a regular YA romance but what I recieved was so very much more.Im so angry at myself for never having read Komal Kant's Previous book.Im am utterly blown away by the Talent that is Komal Kant.I feel like I need to go have a cry fest after reading this book.I do hope that Komal Kant will write another book for Hadie because I feel as though her story is not quite over and it would be a darn shame not to finish her story.I will say this.If you don't read this book then you are going to kick yourself.Its amazing.Komal,You have talent.The way you write is a breath of fresh air.I look forward to reading more by you and you will definitely be on my Favorite author lists.Thank you for writing this story.
June 15, 2013
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My thoughts after reading...
Oh my effin' God!!!! I was expecting the story to be like any other highschool romance, but surely i was wrong. I was practically bawlin' my eyes out towards the end... Very touching story. Although I would've wanted a happy ending for Link and Hadie but still the story was beautiful...amazing really. I didn't want to comment any further because I don't want to give anything away...
Love indeed, comes in different packages... In Hadie's case, t'was Link. She never thought she could feel anything again given the sad fact that her ex-boyfriend cheated on her... and to top it of, one of her bestfriends actually betrayed her... Like betrayed in every sense of the word! Yeah I know, totally uncool right? I guess, in this day and age, we never know whom to really trust... but then again, its also true that something or someone better comes along...
This story all about resilience...that its imperative that we should dust ourselves off after a fall...and to pick-up the pieces and not let anybody treat you badly... The story also teaches us to always focus on whats important in life and to never take anything or anyone for granted, and to always remind them and show them how you feel before its too late... Afterall, its never easy to lose someone you love---someone who is/was your pillar of strength... And sometimes, situations such as this are inevitable in life.
This book can be read as a stand alone.
My thoughts after reading...
Oh my effin' God!!!! I was expecting the story to be like any other highschool romance, but surely i was wrong. I was practically bawlin' my eyes out towards the end... Very touching story. Although I would've wanted a happy ending for Link and Hadie but still the story was beautiful...amazing really. I didn't want to comment any further because I don't want to give anything away...
Love indeed, comes in different packages... In Hadie's case, t'was Link. She never thought she could feel anything again given the sad fact that her ex-boyfriend cheated on her... and to top it of, one of her bestfriends actually betrayed her... Like betrayed in every sense of the word! Yeah I know, totally uncool right? I guess, in this day and age, we never know whom to really trust... but then again, its also true that something or someone better comes along...
This story all about resilience...that its imperative that we should dust ourselves off after a fall...and to pick-up the pieces and not let anybody treat you badly... The story also teaches us to always focus on whats important in life and to never take anything or anyone for granted, and to always remind them and show them how you feel before its too late... Afterall, its never easy to lose someone you love---someone who is/was your pillar of strength... And sometimes, situations such as this are inevitable in life.
This book can be read as a stand alone.
April 2, 2013
The first time I saw this book, I was like "OMG! I'm dying to read this" that because of the writer that never failed to inspired me ^_^ I always love the way she wrote, the way she hits my feelings and control my emotion. Now, I finished reading this! I wanna take this chance to say what I felt about this book.
First, I love how Hadie's family made me laugh, I really like their sense of humor.
Second, I hate Lincoln's family, specially his mother and twin sister, Becky! they were too selfish :(
Third, I was so curious about Lincoln's secret, and I made a guess about it, and so it happened. :'( That was guess that I didn't want to happen.. It really brokes my HEART 3
Fourth, I find my self falling in love with Lincoln the moment he cares about Hadie. Im kinda jealous haha lol. But, that's how he became so sweet. Until it suddenly tores me apart the moment he told Hadie the truth :( I rally can't accept the fact that I can't be with him forever, Oh I mean Hadie.
Lastly, Hands down to the author of this book who made me laugh, cry and smile until the last word I've read. By the way, what's on the letter of Lincoln to Eddie? Is there something about giving Eddie a permission to take care of Hadie? Oh, I wish I've read that too. :')
To the author, Thank you for making me inspired once again! :) I hope you'll write another with me series.. 'cause I'm obsessed with that :)
First, I love how Hadie's family made me laugh, I really like their sense of humor.
Second, I hate Lincoln's family, specially his mother and twin sister, Becky! they were too selfish :(
Third, I was so curious about Lincoln's secret, and I made a guess about it, and so it happened. :'( That was guess that I didn't want to happen.. It really brokes my HEART 3
Fourth, I find my self falling in love with Lincoln the moment he cares about Hadie. Im kinda jealous haha lol. But, that's how he became so sweet. Until it suddenly tores me apart the moment he told Hadie the truth :( I rally can't accept the fact that I can't be with him forever, Oh I mean Hadie.
Lastly, Hands down to the author of this book who made me laugh, cry and smile until the last word I've read. By the way, what's on the letter of Lincoln to Eddie? Is there something about giving Eddie a permission to take care of Hadie? Oh, I wish I've read that too. :')
To the author, Thank you for making me inspired once again! :) I hope you'll write another with me series.. 'cause I'm obsessed with that :)
March 18, 2013
I am so emotionally distraught! This was a wonderful book, but do not go into it looking for a light, cheerful read. It is deep and somewhat mentally exhausting but most definitely worth it! I fell in love with the characters (flaws and all) and even more in love with their relationship. I was shocked by the books developments and and still reeling from its ending. This story was powerful enough to have me sobbing. I HAVE NEVER CRIED OVER A BOOK BEFORE! Crying from me is high praise. The author has achieved something no author before has. I can't even begin to explain how well written and beautifully constructed this story was. I feel like i have gained a whole new perspective on life after completing this story. I LOVED THIS BOOK! But not for the reasons i generally love a story. This wasn't my usual lighthearted romance, this was deep and twisting and i cannot describe how it has changed my perspective. I loved this book because i felt it was powerful. POWERFUL. THIS BOOK HOLDS POWER!
June 9, 2013
Words cannot describe how I feel as I finish this wonderful book. Now all I think is why did I read it? No, it's not awful, or too unoriginal or anything. On the contrary, it's so beautiful, heart-warming, heart-breaking and sweet that the tears won't stop. Link and Hadie's story was touching, it made you go through an entire emotional roller coaster. In the beginning it was all fun and laughter, but as the story progressed, it became more intense, deeper, meaningful.
This story teaches us that all things happen for a reason, whether its heart break or falling in love with someone you know it shouldn't. It's inevitable. We learn that giving up should be no option, taking chances are what brings us to be who we are and it's never too late to stand up for yourself.
No matter what, but one fact holds true that this book shattered my heart, broke it into million tiny pieces. But it's so beautiful that guess what? I'm just going to read it again. :)
This story teaches us that all things happen for a reason, whether its heart break or falling in love with someone you know it shouldn't. It's inevitable. We learn that giving up should be no option, taking chances are what brings us to be who we are and it's never too late to stand up for yourself.
No matter what, but one fact holds true that this book shattered my heart, broke it into million tiny pieces. But it's so beautiful that guess what? I'm just going to read it again. :)
April 25, 2013
Oh man, on which emotion do I start with this book? There was tenderness, love, lust, anger, denial, hurt, betrayal, happiness, friendship.
It was beautiful, it was encouraging, it gave me hope, it was heart-wrenching, it was heart-breaking. This book is written so well, I felt like I was there.
Even though now I'm a weeping, whimpering, mess, I'd do it all again. Yup, I'd suck it up and put myself in front of that emotional firing squad all over again.
This book is worth every giggle, loving sigh, fit of rage, horrified gasp, and, especially, the tears.
It was beautiful, it was encouraging, it gave me hope, it was heart-wrenching, it was heart-breaking. This book is written so well, I felt like I was there.
Even though now I'm a weeping, whimpering, mess, I'd do it all again. Yup, I'd suck it up and put myself in front of that emotional firing squad all over again.
This book is worth every giggle, loving sigh, fit of rage, horrified gasp, and, especially, the tears.
March 23, 2013
Review to come, must stop ugly crying first.
Ok, ready to write my review. First I have to admit that I downloaded the kindle app to my phone when I found out this book was only available thru Amazon.
Komal blew me away with Lincoln and Hadie's story. The honesty and emotion was overwhelming. I was swept away-happily-even when my heart was breaking!
I was touched by the respect given to the characters love-regardless of their age.
I can't wait to read more from Komal.
Ok, ready to write my review. First I have to admit that I downloaded the kindle app to my phone when I found out this book was only available thru Amazon.
Komal blew me away with Lincoln and Hadie's story. The honesty and emotion was overwhelming. I was swept away-happily-even when my heart was breaking!
I was touched by the respect given to the characters love-regardless of their age.
I can't wait to read more from Komal.
November 14, 2014
Love this book. Probably will never be able to read it again, but very glad I did once at least. I love the attraction between Hadie and Lincon. I love how they can't stay away from each other so they revert to just getting under eachother's skin. I love the natural build up of the relationship. I love the sad parts too (I cried... hard... the ugly-faced kind of crying). Very sad, very good book that wasn't finished with me after I was finished with it.
Edit: I did read it again... twice...
Edit: I did read it again... twice...
May 29, 2015
Such a wonderful book, so many emotions.I couldn't stop crying
It was such a beautiful story. So many emotions when i read the story. It had everything in it: Humor, love story,sadness,hate ...
I've been reading a lot of books but this one will stay with me a long time
Well done Komal Kant
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