Sparks

by Gigi Michele

In the town of Three Rivers, Clare Spencer dreams of a life beyond the confines of her familiar world. Each day is a step towards her ultimate to graduate and leave Three Rivers behind forever. But her carefully laid plans take an unexpected turn with the arrival of Fox Pippin, the intriguing new kid from Seattle.

Sparks, the first in the Riverside Redemption series, is a captivating tale of unexpected love in a world filled with chaos and uncertainty. Clare, determined and focused, finds her world and perspectives shifting as Fox Pippin enters her life. His arrival brings a whirlwind of change, challenging Clare's notions of what she wants and where she belongs.

As Clare navigates the complexities of love, she confronts her own fears and desires. Fox, with his own set of secrets and experiences, opens her eyes to new possibilities. Together, they embark on a journey of self-discovery, exploring what it means to find true connection and acceptance in a world that often feels tumultuous and unpredictable.

Set against the backdrop of a riverside town teeming with its own dramas and stories, Sparks is a story about the transformative power of love. It's a narrative that beautifully intertwines the struggles of youth, the angst of change, and the magic of finding someone who alters your world in the most unexpected ways.

Join Clare and Fox as they discover that sometimes the path to finding oneself is not a solitary journey, but one that is illuminated by another. In the end, Sparks is more than just a story of young love; it's about the light that ignites within us when we open our hearts to the unexpected.

340 pages, Paperback

Published January 12, 2024

About the author

MEET GIGI MICHELE, DEBUT AUTHOR OF THE RIVERSIDE REDEMPTION SERIES. AS A MOTHER OF THREE, GETTING THIS OUT TO THE WORLD SEEMED TO BE IMPOSSIBLE AT TIMES, BUT WITH THE SUPPORT OF HER HUSBAND BRETT, ENDLESS CUPS OF MORNING COFFEE- SWITCHED TO WINE AT NIGHT- AND A DAILY DOSE OF PROZAC, SPARKS BECAME A REALITY.

GIGI SPENT THE BETTER PART OF A YEAR IN HER FAVORITE CHAIR UNDER THE WEIGHT OF HER CAVALIER KING CHARLES SPANIEL, WITH WHOM SHE HAS A TOXIC CO-DEPENDENCY, WRITING. THIS IS WHERE THE LIVES OF CLARE AND FOX FIRST INTERTWINED AND THEN CAME TO LIFE, AND SHE CAN THINK OF NO BETTER PLACE TO MAKE THAT SORT OF MAGIC.

Reviews

[Amber · Rating 4 out of 5]

Thank you to Goodreads for the digital edition of Sparks! I thoroughly enjoyed it and look forward to the second book!

[Jess Yaukey-Witter · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very good read - the story line kept me intrigued and I got through the book quickly in one sitting!! The HaPCo vs Globocom battle throughout the story line faded in and out at the right times and while this story was fictional I found how much good it would to have more people in the world trying to just do good and build others up. I really liked that takeaway message. I felt for Clare throughout the story and really enjoyed her and Fox’s love story. It reminded me of a twilight meets Romeo and Juliet - really enjoyed it!!

[Julie Williams · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was amazing! I can’t wait for a sequel. I felt like I got to know the characters so well, and I can’t wait to see what happens to them in future books! Gigi Michele write faster!!

[Debbie · Rating 4 out of 5]

The story was really good, and I can't wait until the next book

[Shelly Patel · Rating 5 out of 5]

It was a very good start to a new world. I loved the dialog between the two main characters. Also loved the references to my hometown. I'm looking forward to the next book.

[Anne · Rating 4 out of 5]

Slow but good!

This is definitely more of a romance for teens. Slow burn with only a little spice. Well written and good story line! Interested in reading the next one!

[Sandy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Really fun, quick moving, easy to read story. I enjoyed this book and look forward to more books from this author!