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Woodfalls Girls #3
Contradictions
When everything starts spinning out of control . . .
Three years into college, Tressa Oliver’s life is a nonstop party. She’s skating by in her classes, and there’s no shortage of drinking, dancing, and general hell-raising. The only aspect that hasn’t been much fun: She can’t shake the toxic jerks that always seem to gravitate toward her.
It will take someone totally wrong . . .
Trent Lawson is the classic anti-bad boy: smart, boring, and way too serious. To a wild girl like Tressa, there’s no way in hell they’re compatible—especially since Trent seems to see straight through her defenses.
To set her right.
When a college prank goes terribly wrong, Tressa starts to suspect that her partying ways are leading nowhere fast. Now she has to turn to the last person she ever thought she’d ask for help—and quickly discovers that there’s more to Trent than meets the eye . . .
Three years into college, Tressa Oliver’s life is a nonstop party. She’s skating by in her classes, and there’s no shortage of drinking, dancing, and general hell-raising. The only aspect that hasn’t been much fun: She can’t shake the toxic jerks that always seem to gravitate toward her.
It will take someone totally wrong . . .
Trent Lawson is the classic anti-bad boy: smart, boring, and way too serious. To a wild girl like Tressa, there’s no way in hell they’re compatible—especially since Trent seems to see straight through her defenses.
To set her right.
When a college prank goes terribly wrong, Tressa starts to suspect that her partying ways are leading nowhere fast. Now she has to turn to the last person she ever thought she’d ask for help—and quickly discovers that there’s more to Trent than meets the eye . . .
305 pages, Paperback
First published January 6, 2015
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Tiffany King
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January 14, 2015
The prospect of a hot, nerdy guy falling for a popular, party girl always grabs my attention so Tressa and Trent’s romance held all kinds of promise for me! I did really enjoy this story; it was a sweet and slow burn romance (once Tressa pulled her head out!).
Tressa was really hard to like at first, BUT I think that was the point. She was a party girl and didn’t really take her college studies seriously, and so she was falling behind rapidly. Instead of buckling down she shoves those concerns aside, and does what? Goes out and parties some more! I wanted to shake so sense into Tressa! I’m not the party girl type, and to me the opportunity to go to college on your parent’s dime is such a huge privilege that I don’t understand why someone would waste it by screwing around so much! It just feels so ungrateful.
Tressa’s offered help to catch up, and turn things around, but refuses once she finds out Trent, a guy from her hometown, would be tutoring her. Trent is the studious, straight-laced, brainy type, and rumored to have crushed on Tressa from afar through high school. Everything about him annoys Tressa, which annoyed me. Man, she was a judgmental bitch at first! It took something very drastic to wake Tressa up and reassess her attitude and life, but I was happy to see the positive changes that took place. She feels remorse and regret over her behavior, and I began to really like her.
Tressa’s feelings about Trent change as well. When she steps back and really looks at him stirrings of attraction begin. Tressa starts to realize what a good guy he is, helpful, giving, and grounded. Trent lived up to Tressa’s nickname to me: Clark Trent because he was sort of a superhero in disguise with how much he helped Tressa. I think smart and sweet is so extremely sexy! I loved the affect Trent had on Tressa, just small things really lit fires for her! A step a little too close, a sweep of fingers across her nape, or the electric blue of his gaze sent her hormones into a tizzy! What a delicious build up!
I’ve been excited to pick up Contradictions after enjoying the first two books in the Woodfall Girls series, Misunderstands is still my favorite, but Contradictions comes in at a close second. Tressa’s transformation from shallow, selfish party girl into someone who cared was a satisfying journey. It was a pleasure to witness Tressa awakening to Trent’s appeal and the swoony, sweet romance that followed! I also appreciated that it was low on the angst scale.
A copy was kindly provided by Berkley Trade in exchange for an honest review.
Tressa was really hard to like at first, BUT I think that was the point. She was a party girl and didn’t really take her college studies seriously, and so she was falling behind rapidly. Instead of buckling down she shoves those concerns aside, and does what? Goes out and parties some more! I wanted to shake so sense into Tressa! I’m not the party girl type, and to me the opportunity to go to college on your parent’s dime is such a huge privilege that I don’t understand why someone would waste it by screwing around so much! It just feels so ungrateful.
Tressa’s offered help to catch up, and turn things around, but refuses once she finds out Trent, a guy from her hometown, would be tutoring her. Trent is the studious, straight-laced, brainy type, and rumored to have crushed on Tressa from afar through high school. Everything about him annoys Tressa, which annoyed me. Man, she was a judgmental bitch at first! It took something very drastic to wake Tressa up and reassess her attitude and life, but I was happy to see the positive changes that took place. She feels remorse and regret over her behavior, and I began to really like her.
Tressa’s feelings about Trent change as well. When she steps back and really looks at him stirrings of attraction begin. Tressa starts to realize what a good guy he is, helpful, giving, and grounded. Trent lived up to Tressa’s nickname to me: Clark Trent because he was sort of a superhero in disguise with how much he helped Tressa. I think smart and sweet is so extremely sexy! I loved the affect Trent had on Tressa, just small things really lit fires for her! A step a little too close, a sweep of fingers across her nape, or the electric blue of his gaze sent her hormones into a tizzy! What a delicious build up!
I’ve been excited to pick up Contradictions after enjoying the first two books in the Woodfall Girls series, Misunderstands is still my favorite, but Contradictions comes in at a close second. Tressa’s transformation from shallow, selfish party girl into someone who cared was a satisfying journey. It was a pleasure to witness Tressa awakening to Trent’s appeal and the swoony, sweet romance that followed! I also appreciated that it was low on the angst scale.
A copy was kindly provided by Berkley Trade in exchange for an honest review.
March 2, 2015
3.5 stars. Took me until well over the halfway point before I warmed up to Tressa. Trent saved the book for me.
I've really enjoyed this series - the first book in the series, No Attachments, is one of my favorite NA books ever. This final installment in the Woodfalls Girls series was a fun, quick read.
Tressa is a major party girl. She's known for being wild, wreaking havoc every where she goes, even from a young age. She spends her weekends with her roommates jumping from frat party to frat party, basically refusing to grow up.
Trent is a computer genius, who happens to be really hot, but hides behind his geeky glasses and nerdy demeanor. He's attending the same college as Tressa for his masters program, and has harbored feelings for her ever since high school, where they both attended in Woodfalls.
Tressa's partying lifestyle finally catches up with her when her grades take a nose-dive and she needs Trent's help before she gets kicked out of school.
I'm going to be honest and say I disliked Tressa for the first 50% of the book. She was bitchy and her constant name calling almost made me give up on the book. She eventually grew on me, and it helped that I became completely smitten with Trent and how sweet and adorable he was.
As they spend more and more time together, Tressa starts to see Trent in a new light. But she struggles with the fact that she's not good enough for him and may never be.
Even though Tressa grated on my nerves in the beginning, the relationship and slow building romance between her and Trent made it worth reading. A good mix of steamy and sweet, I enjoyed Trent and Tressa's story and the fact that it had minimal angst!
I've really enjoyed this series - the first book in the series, No Attachments, is one of my favorite NA books ever. This final installment in the Woodfalls Girls series was a fun, quick read.
Tressa is a major party girl. She's known for being wild, wreaking havoc every where she goes, even from a young age. She spends her weekends with her roommates jumping from frat party to frat party, basically refusing to grow up.
Trent is a computer genius, who happens to be really hot, but hides behind his geeky glasses and nerdy demeanor. He's attending the same college as Tressa for his masters program, and has harbored feelings for her ever since high school, where they both attended in Woodfalls.
Tressa's partying lifestyle finally catches up with her when her grades take a nose-dive and she needs Trent's help before she gets kicked out of school.
I'm going to be honest and say I disliked Tressa for the first 50% of the book. She was bitchy and her constant name calling almost made me give up on the book. She eventually grew on me, and it helped that I became completely smitten with Trent and how sweet and adorable he was.
As they spend more and more time together, Tressa starts to see Trent in a new light. But she struggles with the fact that she's not good enough for him and may never be.
Even though Tressa grated on my nerves in the beginning, the relationship and slow building romance between her and Trent made it worth reading. A good mix of steamy and sweet, I enjoyed Trent and Tressa's story and the fact that it had minimal angst!
January 8, 2015
My Thoughts:
I'm really sad that the Woodfalls Girls Series has come to an end. Ashton, Brittany, and Tressa are three characters that I will really miss. Ms. King can write steamy and sweet romance beautifully.
In Contradictions, we get Tressa's love story. Tressa has always been known as the fun party girl. She loves pranks, and is a very social and friendly person. While away at Maine State College, she lives with her room mate and good friend Cameo, and they can constantly be found partying with their good friend Derek. One night, a prank goes horribly wrong, resulting in a needless tragedy. This event is the catalyst for Tressa re-evaluating her life.
Due to her partying and lack of effort in her classes, Tressa is put on academic probation. Trent, a guy from Woodfalls who has had a crush on her for years, is assigned as her tutor. Trent has never been her type. He likes comic books, computers, and spending time alone. Will he be able to prove to Tessa that he is her perfect match?
I struggled a little bit with Contradictions from the fact that I had trouble connecting with Tressa as a character. She came off to me as being immature, and her sarcasm and dry sense of humor were hard for me to relate to. However, I did enjoy reading her love story, and could feel her emotional turmoil throughout the story. I adored Trent! He was such a great character, and I couldn't help but fall a little in love with him. He was so selfless and patient. The passion between him and Tressa was explosive, and the intimate scenes between the two of them were so very sensual and addicting. Their chemistry was off the charts, and I enjoyed the two of them as a couple.
My Rating:
I give Contradictions, by Tiffany King, 3.5 "Who Says Nerdy Guys Can't be Sexy?" Filled Stars!!! The Woodfalls Girls Series is a New Adult Romance Lovers Treat!!! While I am sad that this series is over, I'm looking forward to seeing what Ms. King does next!
My Favorite Quote:
"Silly Clark Trent. I may not be the smartest cookie in the jar, but I know enough to hold on to a superhero if I'm lucky enough to snag one."
~Tressa
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I'm really sad that the Woodfalls Girls Series has come to an end. Ashton, Brittany, and Tressa are three characters that I will really miss. Ms. King can write steamy and sweet romance beautifully.
In Contradictions, we get Tressa's love story. Tressa has always been known as the fun party girl. She loves pranks, and is a very social and friendly person. While away at Maine State College, she lives with her room mate and good friend Cameo, and they can constantly be found partying with their good friend Derek. One night, a prank goes horribly wrong, resulting in a needless tragedy. This event is the catalyst for Tressa re-evaluating her life.
Due to her partying and lack of effort in her classes, Tressa is put on academic probation. Trent, a guy from Woodfalls who has had a crush on her for years, is assigned as her tutor. Trent has never been her type. He likes comic books, computers, and spending time alone. Will he be able to prove to Tessa that he is her perfect match?
I struggled a little bit with Contradictions from the fact that I had trouble connecting with Tressa as a character. She came off to me as being immature, and her sarcasm and dry sense of humor were hard for me to relate to. However, I did enjoy reading her love story, and could feel her emotional turmoil throughout the story. I adored Trent! He was such a great character, and I couldn't help but fall a little in love with him. He was so selfless and patient. The passion between him and Tressa was explosive, and the intimate scenes between the two of them were so very sensual and addicting. Their chemistry was off the charts, and I enjoyed the two of them as a couple.
My Rating:
I give Contradictions, by Tiffany King, 3.5 "Who Says Nerdy Guys Can't be Sexy?" Filled Stars!!! The Woodfalls Girls Series is a New Adult Romance Lovers Treat!!! While I am sad that this series is over, I'm looking forward to seeing what Ms. King does next!
My Favorite Quote:
"Silly Clark Trent. I may not be the smartest cookie in the jar, but I know enough to hold on to a superhero if I'm lucky enough to snag one."
~Tressa
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July 10, 2015
Rating: 3.75/5
Review coming soon!
Review coming soon!
January 7, 2015
4.5 stars! I love this one pulled at the heart is a very good way! Tiffany wrote a love story that was just super sweet and I loved being a part of it! If you are looking for a story about a bad girl who needs a good boy this one if for you, it will leaving you smiling and happy and feeling full of love. Just a true love story for all!
Loved Tressa she is so what I would have been like in college, not so great at the books but loves to party and is a true friend. After a run in with a boy from her high school, Trent, things might just become a little off track for Tressa. She has always dated the bad boy, the one who treated her like dirt so when Treat is extra nice to her she does not know what to do.
I don’t want to give the whole story away that’s the whole fun in it, watching two people fall in love. Start to finish this story is filled with love. Friendships, life struggles and love are just some of the issues faced in this story. It really is a great read that will leave you happy and fulfilled in the end this one is it!
Loved Tressa she is so what I would have been like in college, not so great at the books but loves to party and is a true friend. After a run in with a boy from her high school, Trent, things might just become a little off track for Tressa. She has always dated the bad boy, the one who treated her like dirt so when Treat is extra nice to her she does not know what to do.
I don’t want to give the whole story away that’s the whole fun in it, watching two people fall in love. Start to finish this story is filled with love. Friendships, life struggles and love are just some of the issues faced in this story. It really is a great read that will leave you happy and fulfilled in the end this one is it!
January 4, 2015
2 Sadly not for me stars!!!
Source: eARC for Honest Review Courtesy of Berkley Trade
I am such a fan of Tiffany King and her NA world but I sadly have to say that this book is my least favorite of Tiffany King. I liked the idea of the story but I didn't relate to the characters at all.
While reading the book, I basically had my lip curled in aggravation for Tress throughout. There were a few brief moments that I saw something I could like, then once again the shallow Tressa reappears. Tressa is supposed to be free living fun loving party girl with insecurities, which is the reason why she parties instead of does anything with her life but she came across as more of a loser, shallow and rude than what she was supposed to come across as.
Sadly one night she connects with someone which gives her the moment of a bit more likeable but than tragedy strikes which was sad but at least it got Tressa moving in a different direction as well as it made me want to read more from the book because at that point I was ready to DNF.
"Okay, seriously. Tressa, I love you like a sister, but your dating snobbery is getting a little old. You've gone out with every dickhead who's ever asked you out. Meanwhile, when a nice guy comes around, you don't even want to give him a chance. It's time to pull on your big-girl pants and go out with someone who doesn't treat you like a doormat."
From the beginning I liked Trent and at first even her friends liked him but then all of a sudden they made him more geeky than cool geeky and her friends and her were a bit rude how they treated him. And while this was happening they tried to make him sexy geek but his persona wasn't quite nailed so it was a bit all over the place and left me wanting something more concrete. Either he was too geeky, cool geeky or sexy geeky but they kept wavering back and forth between the three.
They are supposed to be contractions to each other but instead I felt Trent was way to good for the likes of Tressa. Again I liked the idea of the party girl and the geek but not through out the whole book did I like Tressa or relate to her which left me hollow and not digging the story.
The most exiting thing for me in this book was the preview to A Shattered Moment which is the first book in her new series fractured live series. Can't wait to read it.
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January 5, 2015
3.5/5 stars
As a big fan of the Woodfalls Girls series, I was thrilled to finally get Tressa's book. Having briefly met Tressa in the previous two novels, we know she is incredibly loyal to her friends and is also a bit of a wild child.
My favorite part of the novel is watching Tressa's development from a straight up partier to more of a straight edge focused on her studies. Unfortunately for Tressa, she had to hit rock bottom before realizing her life is not as easygoing as she once thought. It isn't easy for Tressa to completely change who she's always been and the routine she's known for the last few years. Her friends don't understand the sudden change in her and her closest friend Cameo, is really upset with Tressa, having felt she abandoned her and their partying lifestyle. The one person who embraces Tressa's new lifestyle is the last person she ever expected to get close to: uber nerdy and very very sexy Trent James. Also hailing from Woodfalls, Trent has had a crush on Tressa for quite some time now, but Tressa has always made it very clear she's not interested. Watching the two of them work together and see her start to see Trent for more than just the geeky guy who has a crush on her is my favorite part of the story. Their chemistry is both sexy and sweet and I loved watching Tressa fall for him.
Tressa's character is definitely a bit rough around the edges and has a bit of an in your face personality. Her voice initially took some getting used to, but as the book progresses as does her relationship with Trent, she does soften up a bit. I adored Trent's character. Mad props to Tiffany for making him a sexy nerd! He was such a fun character. He's geeky and Tressa calls him on it often, but he isn't ashamed of who he is and what he likes. I love how he can be vulnerable and shy one moment and then have this adorable confidence the next. He is persistent in his pursuit of Tressa, even when she blows him off and refuses to go out with him. She nicknames him Clark Trent, which is so fitting for how he's nerdy, but built like a rockstar with gorgeous blue eyes.
Overall, I really enjoyed this one. I did feel the beginning had a bit of a slower start and I did feel some scenes to be a bit heavy on the details, but other than that the storyline and romance really worked for me. I really love new adult books with a college setting and this one did a great job of showing us all aspects of college life- frat parties, hazing, studying, tutoring, romance, and friendship.
*Received a copy of this book via the publisher in exchange for a fair and honest review.*
As a big fan of the Woodfalls Girls series, I was thrilled to finally get Tressa's book. Having briefly met Tressa in the previous two novels, we know she is incredibly loyal to her friends and is also a bit of a wild child.
My favorite part of the novel is watching Tressa's development from a straight up partier to more of a straight edge focused on her studies. Unfortunately for Tressa, she had to hit rock bottom before realizing her life is not as easygoing as she once thought. It isn't easy for Tressa to completely change who she's always been and the routine she's known for the last few years. Her friends don't understand the sudden change in her and her closest friend Cameo, is really upset with Tressa, having felt she abandoned her and their partying lifestyle. The one person who embraces Tressa's new lifestyle is the last person she ever expected to get close to: uber nerdy and very very sexy Trent James. Also hailing from Woodfalls, Trent has had a crush on Tressa for quite some time now, but Tressa has always made it very clear she's not interested. Watching the two of them work together and see her start to see Trent for more than just the geeky guy who has a crush on her is my favorite part of the story. Their chemistry is both sexy and sweet and I loved watching Tressa fall for him.
Tressa's character is definitely a bit rough around the edges and has a bit of an in your face personality. Her voice initially took some getting used to, but as the book progresses as does her relationship with Trent, she does soften up a bit. I adored Trent's character. Mad props to Tiffany for making him a sexy nerd! He was such a fun character. He's geeky and Tressa calls him on it often, but he isn't ashamed of who he is and what he likes. I love how he can be vulnerable and shy one moment and then have this adorable confidence the next. He is persistent in his pursuit of Tressa, even when she blows him off and refuses to go out with him. She nicknames him Clark Trent, which is so fitting for how he's nerdy, but built like a rockstar with gorgeous blue eyes.
Overall, I really enjoyed this one. I did feel the beginning had a bit of a slower start and I did feel some scenes to be a bit heavy on the details, but other than that the storyline and romance really worked for me. I really love new adult books with a college setting and this one did a great job of showing us all aspects of college life- frat parties, hazing, studying, tutoring, romance, and friendship.
*Received a copy of this book via the publisher in exchange for a fair and honest review.*
July 13, 2016
Nerd boy meets party girl in this super sweet love story. Tressa Oliver is your typical college party girl: she goes to classes but only gives enough just to pass , non-stop drinking and partying are always on her social calendar, and there’s definitely no shortage of boys. When that life comes crashing down, Tressa is doused in the reality that either she changes or she’s out of college.
Trent Larson is everything that Tressa isn’t used to. He prefers studying over partying, he’s quiet, and kind of a geek. And he’s also from Tressa’s hometown. Everything she wants to stay away from. When Trent is assigned as her tutor, her first instinct is to run. Something about the way Trent looks at her makes her uncomfortable. And who needs a tutor anyway?
I absolutely adored Trent. Maybe because I’m slightly a geek myself, but everything about him made me want to cuddle (and more!) with him. Even though he came across as quiet, he wasn’t afraid to speak his mind. He was blunt and preferred to get straight to the point of what he was always feeling instead of running in circles and playing games. Tressa has no idea what to do with him, or her budding feelings. But realizing she’s about to lose everything and that she’s disappointed those who believed in her, has her rethinking everything about how she lives.
Tiffany King’s writing just seems to get better and better within this series. From the first one to this, I see so much growth in storytelling and execution. And the boys just keep getting better. Trent is my favorite thing to come out of Woodfalls and I look forward to reading more from King.
I received a copy of this novel from the publisher in return for an honest review.
Trent Larson is everything that Tressa isn’t used to. He prefers studying over partying, he’s quiet, and kind of a geek. And he’s also from Tressa’s hometown. Everything she wants to stay away from. When Trent is assigned as her tutor, her first instinct is to run. Something about the way Trent looks at her makes her uncomfortable. And who needs a tutor anyway?
I absolutely adored Trent. Maybe because I’m slightly a geek myself, but everything about him made me want to cuddle (and more!) with him. Even though he came across as quiet, he wasn’t afraid to speak his mind. He was blunt and preferred to get straight to the point of what he was always feeling instead of running in circles and playing games. Tressa has no idea what to do with him, or her budding feelings. But realizing she’s about to lose everything and that she’s disappointed those who believed in her, has her rethinking everything about how she lives.
Tiffany King’s writing just seems to get better and better within this series. From the first one to this, I see so much growth in storytelling and execution. And the boys just keep getting better. Trent is my favorite thing to come out of Woodfalls and I look forward to reading more from King.
I received a copy of this novel from the publisher in return for an honest review.
January 16, 2015
A story of finding a love you weren’t even looking for. Young, fresh, and full of surprises, Tiffany King’s new novel Contradictions is well titled. Party girl Tressa meets her match in nerdy tech genius Trevor. A witty and sweet story that will warm your heart.
Tressa is in her third year of college. She is the life of the party, and her life seems to land her in the fast lane. A fraternity hazing gone awry hits her hard, and she starts to re-evaluate where her life is headed. She finds herself in more trouble than she bargained for. That’s where Trevor comes in, and becomes her tutor. She would rather take a short walk off a long pier than have to spend time with Trevor. He is the nerdy boy from back home who clearly holds a flame for her. Tressa quickly begins to feel an attraction to Trevor. She starts to appreciate his nerdy behavior, and learns a lot about herself in the meantime. Will Tressa be able to shed her wild ways and focus on what’s truly important…her future? But will Trevor be a part of it?
This particular time in Tressa’s life is important. She needs to make adult decisions, and being the carefree soul. She has a hard time leaving it behind. While her friends party it up like a typical college student, she is stuck keeping herself a float. Not out of the ordinary for college, but also risky at the same time. Life is full of choices right and wrong and learning from those wrong one’s are so very important. Trevor being the smart, and level headed individual shows her; it’s alright to be yourself. Socially, awkward is who he is, and he’s ok by that and as time goes by so is Tressa.
Many relationships change during this book. It’s exactly how I remember my college experience. Unfortunately, I didn’t have Trevor around to tutor me. If I did I’d surely make the Deans List. If you are a fan of new adult than this book will lighten your mood and take you back to a simpler time.
Tressa is in her third year of college. She is the life of the party, and her life seems to land her in the fast lane. A fraternity hazing gone awry hits her hard, and she starts to re-evaluate where her life is headed. She finds herself in more trouble than she bargained for. That’s where Trevor comes in, and becomes her tutor. She would rather take a short walk off a long pier than have to spend time with Trevor. He is the nerdy boy from back home who clearly holds a flame for her. Tressa quickly begins to feel an attraction to Trevor. She starts to appreciate his nerdy behavior, and learns a lot about herself in the meantime. Will Tressa be able to shed her wild ways and focus on what’s truly important…her future? But will Trevor be a part of it?
This particular time in Tressa’s life is important. She needs to make adult decisions, and being the carefree soul. She has a hard time leaving it behind. While her friends party it up like a typical college student, she is stuck keeping herself a float. Not out of the ordinary for college, but also risky at the same time. Life is full of choices right and wrong and learning from those wrong one’s are so very important. Trevor being the smart, and level headed individual shows her; it’s alright to be yourself. Socially, awkward is who he is, and he’s ok by that and as time goes by so is Tressa.
Many relationships change during this book. It’s exactly how I remember my college experience. Unfortunately, I didn’t have Trevor around to tutor me. If I did I’d surely make the Deans List. If you are a fan of new adult than this book will lighten your mood and take you back to a simpler time.
September 11, 2015
I fell in love with Tressa in No Attachments and have been on pins and needles waiting for Contradictions ever since. Before kids and marriage settled me down I was a lot like Tressa. Always partying and not caring about much else, so I was really excited to see how her story would play out, and Ms. King did not disappoint!
I'm not going to lie, at first I was really worried about the whole book being in Tressa's POV. I don't always need dual POV but for some reason when it comes to new adult I feel like I'm missing something if I can't get inside the heroes head. But once I was a few chapters in, I realized that Contradictions was so much more than your typical NA romance.
Tressa is doing what she always does... Partying and living it up... When a college party takes a horrible turn. Not that she's responsible, but she feels a lot of guilt over what happened and decides that she doesn't want to be the party girl anymore.
When she's put on academic probation and starts tutoring with Trent, is when she really starts to change her ways. Trent has been in love with Tressa for years and while she always thought he was just some nerdy kid she went to high school with, she starts to see him in a different light once they start spending more time together.
While there was definitely romance in Contradictions, it wasn't your typical angsty new adult romance. It's more about Tressa becoming the person she was meant to be while learning to navigate her feelings for Trent and dealing with the guilt over what happened at the party.
Overall, Contradictions was the perfect ending to the Woodfalls Girls series and I can't wait to see what Tiffany King has in store for us next.
*Book kindly provided in exchange for an honest review.
I'm not going to lie, at first I was really worried about the whole book being in Tressa's POV. I don't always need dual POV but for some reason when it comes to new adult I feel like I'm missing something if I can't get inside the heroes head. But once I was a few chapters in, I realized that Contradictions was so much more than your typical NA romance.
Tressa is doing what she always does... Partying and living it up... When a college party takes a horrible turn. Not that she's responsible, but she feels a lot of guilt over what happened and decides that she doesn't want to be the party girl anymore.
When she's put on academic probation and starts tutoring with Trent, is when she really starts to change her ways. Trent has been in love with Tressa for years and while she always thought he was just some nerdy kid she went to high school with, she starts to see him in a different light once they start spending more time together.
While there was definitely romance in Contradictions, it wasn't your typical angsty new adult romance. It's more about Tressa becoming the person she was meant to be while learning to navigate her feelings for Trent and dealing with the guilt over what happened at the party.
Overall, Contradictions was the perfect ending to the Woodfalls Girls series and I can't wait to see what Tiffany King has in store for us next.
*Book kindly provided in exchange for an honest review.
January 7, 2015
Full 4 STAR review at www.bookcrack.com.
I LOVE nerd/geek heroes when they are well written, and this was a total WIN for me! There are SO many geeky and adorable moments, especially when they each take turns stepping outside of their comfort zone for one another, that results in scenes that are the perfect trifecta of humorous, tender, and panty melting! Not to mention many laugh out loud moments with Tressa's pop culture references and Trent's quick, dry, literal wit.
If you love New Adult, opposites attract, a little bit of geek culture, or flat out LOVE nerd heroes with six-packs and yearly Comic-Con badges Contradictions is the perfect first read in the New Year for you!
4 STARS all around!
I hope Tiffany King keeps pushing her own "author-ly envelope" like she did with Contradictions because her books just keep getting more daring and un-put-downable!!!
ARC received in exchange for fair review.
I LOVE nerd/geek heroes when they are well written, and this was a total WIN for me! There are SO many geeky and adorable moments, especially when they each take turns stepping outside of their comfort zone for one another, that results in scenes that are the perfect trifecta of humorous, tender, and panty melting! Not to mention many laugh out loud moments with Tressa's pop culture references and Trent's quick, dry, literal wit.
If you love New Adult, opposites attract, a little bit of geek culture, or flat out LOVE nerd heroes with six-packs and yearly Comic-Con badges Contradictions is the perfect first read in the New Year for you!
4 STARS all around!
I hope Tiffany King keeps pushing her own "author-ly envelope" like she did with Contradictions because her books just keep getting more daring and un-put-downable!!!
ARC received in exchange for fair review.
January 6, 2015
4 Nerdy Stars by Nicole Lorenzo
Tressa Oliver has always been wild. Even as a kid she stirred up trouble in her quiet town. As she enters her third year in college she has no plans of stopping. Her life consists of non-stop parting, in fact she is quite famous for it. Life is short so have fun is her motto, and her rapidly declining grades are a reflection of exactly how much fun she is having. Her wild ways also attract loser boyfriends and Tressa has just let go of another one when she starts to think she will never find a good guy. That’s when she ironically runs into Trent Lawson at a party. Trent is her complete polar opposite. He’s boring, smart, wears superhero t-shirts and nerdy glasses. He’s a geek. He’s also from her hometown and was rumored to have a crush on her. They have absolutely nothing in common at all but something in his blue –eyed stare catches Tressa off guard and she doesn’t like it one bit.
“What makes you think I can’t handle wild?”
When a horrible accident occurs at a Frat party Tressa gets some sense scared into her. She realizes that she needs to spend less time parting and more time focusing on her future. Her grades have slipped to the point where she is pretty much failing her classes and she is put on academic probation. Her professor is giving her a second chance and assigns her a tutor who is none other than Trent. Tressa is embarrassed to have Trent tutoring her but she is determined to get her life on the right track so she agrees. Spending all this time with Trent has her seeing him in a different light. She starts to notice things she didn’t quite notice before. Soon she finds herself looking forward to her tutoring sessions.
“How can nerdy T-shirts and glasses hide that much hotness?”
The more time she spends with Trent, Tressa realizes that he definitely has an interest in her. But Tressa is convinced that they are completely wrong for each other even though she can’t keep her eyes off of him whenever she is with him. Trents asks her out repeatedly and Tressa always says no. She wonders what a date with him would be like but she is so convinced that it could never work out with him she is afraid to give him a chance.
“I’m completely wrong for you…”
“What if I say I think you’re wrong?”
It’s only when Tressa loses a bet to Trent that they finally have their first date. After their date and first kiss Tressa finally admits to herself how much she likes him. Trent convinces her to give them a try and Tressa soon finds herself falling for the Geeky boy next door who should be completely wrong for her.
“We were like an effing Lifetime movie - The Party Girl and the Geek. Tune in to see if the party girl can teach the geek to let loose.”
This one surprised me. It was fun to see the tables turned here with the girl being the wild one and the boy being the quiet nerdy one. Trent is determined to get Tressa to give them a try. What I love about him is that he was comfortable in his own skin. He wasn’t ashamed to be a nerd, it’s who he is and that’s that. He wore his heart on his sleeve, dreaming of the day Tressa would finally give him the time of day. Trent will make you swoon with his honest feelings and complete naivety towards certain things. He loves Tressa so much he even puts hid future in jeopardy for her at one point. Their personalities were so different yet I loved their chemistry together. There was a lot of humor here! I laughed out loud through most of this book. Being a nerdy girl at heart married to a geeky man I appreciated all the nods to Star Wars and the superheroes! Tressa was so convinced they would never work out yet he wound up being perfect for her. I didn’t care for Tressa’s roommate at all. I thought she was cold and selfish, but I did enjoy the other characters in the book. Overall I though Contradictions was a sweet, love story. It’s a quick read, I finished it in one sitting. There were no crazy twists and turns and worries of them not getting their happily ever after. I read this as a standalone novel, but I’m definitely interested in going back and reading the other two books!
“Because I’ve been dreaming for years about the moment I finally make you mine.”
Tressa Oliver has always been wild. Even as a kid she stirred up trouble in her quiet town. As she enters her third year in college she has no plans of stopping. Her life consists of non-stop parting, in fact she is quite famous for it. Life is short so have fun is her motto, and her rapidly declining grades are a reflection of exactly how much fun she is having. Her wild ways also attract loser boyfriends and Tressa has just let go of another one when she starts to think she will never find a good guy. That’s when she ironically runs into Trent Lawson at a party. Trent is her complete polar opposite. He’s boring, smart, wears superhero t-shirts and nerdy glasses. He’s a geek. He’s also from her hometown and was rumored to have a crush on her. They have absolutely nothing in common at all but something in his blue –eyed stare catches Tressa off guard and she doesn’t like it one bit.
“What makes you think I can’t handle wild?”
When a horrible accident occurs at a Frat party Tressa gets some sense scared into her. She realizes that she needs to spend less time parting and more time focusing on her future. Her grades have slipped to the point where she is pretty much failing her classes and she is put on academic probation. Her professor is giving her a second chance and assigns her a tutor who is none other than Trent. Tressa is embarrassed to have Trent tutoring her but she is determined to get her life on the right track so she agrees. Spending all this time with Trent has her seeing him in a different light. She starts to notice things she didn’t quite notice before. Soon she finds herself looking forward to her tutoring sessions.
“How can nerdy T-shirts and glasses hide that much hotness?”
The more time she spends with Trent, Tressa realizes that he definitely has an interest in her. But Tressa is convinced that they are completely wrong for each other even though she can’t keep her eyes off of him whenever she is with him. Trents asks her out repeatedly and Tressa always says no. She wonders what a date with him would be like but she is so convinced that it could never work out with him she is afraid to give him a chance.
“I’m completely wrong for you…”
“What if I say I think you’re wrong?”
It’s only when Tressa loses a bet to Trent that they finally have their first date. After their date and first kiss Tressa finally admits to herself how much she likes him. Trent convinces her to give them a try and Tressa soon finds herself falling for the Geeky boy next door who should be completely wrong for her.
“We were like an effing Lifetime movie - The Party Girl and the Geek. Tune in to see if the party girl can teach the geek to let loose.”
This one surprised me. It was fun to see the tables turned here with the girl being the wild one and the boy being the quiet nerdy one. Trent is determined to get Tressa to give them a try. What I love about him is that he was comfortable in his own skin. He wasn’t ashamed to be a nerd, it’s who he is and that’s that. He wore his heart on his sleeve, dreaming of the day Tressa would finally give him the time of day. Trent will make you swoon with his honest feelings and complete naivety towards certain things. He loves Tressa so much he even puts hid future in jeopardy for her at one point. Their personalities were so different yet I loved their chemistry together. There was a lot of humor here! I laughed out loud through most of this book. Being a nerdy girl at heart married to a geeky man I appreciated all the nods to Star Wars and the superheroes! Tressa was so convinced they would never work out yet he wound up being perfect for her. I didn’t care for Tressa’s roommate at all. I thought she was cold and selfish, but I did enjoy the other characters in the book. Overall I though Contradictions was a sweet, love story. It’s a quick read, I finished it in one sitting. There were no crazy twists and turns and worries of them not getting their happily ever after. I read this as a standalone novel, but I’m definitely interested in going back and reading the other two books!
“Because I’ve been dreaming for years about the moment I finally make you mine.”
January 11, 2015
Contradictions by Tiffany King is the third book in the Woodfalls Girls series. It is my favorite book in the series. It was an honest look at how uncontrolled events in life can completely change one’s outlook on life. It can change the course of one’s life, open one’s eyes to life’s realities, and make one re-evaluate their own life. Not only is Contradictions a heartwarming romance, it is also a powerful story of change.
Tressa has been the snarky, fun loving, wild party girl throughout the Woodfalls Girls series. The readers have witnessed her antics, her dynamic personality, and got a glimpse of some of her insecurities throughout the series. Contradictions shines a whole new light on who Tressa really is beneath the pranks and snarky attitude.
Tressa has finally made it to MSC after attending community college for two years. She quickly established her wild party girl reputation and embracing the wild college life with gusto. Parties are her first priority. Guys are interchangeable. Easy come , easy go. She’s the life of the party, the queen of Instagram, and on the lookout for her next good time. Academically she is struggling. Her social schedule takes priority over her academic schedule. She is close to being put on academic probation. In her mind, she is going to buckle down tomorrow. She is going to catch up on her missing assignments, bring her grades up, etc. But first she has to go to this party or shopping with her friends. Her attitude and procrastination will come to a quick end when one horrific event happens while she is in a drunken stupor. One party gets out of control, one post on Instagram documents it, and her party life is over. The shock of what happened and the senselessness of it all really hits home with Tressa. Not only has it brought her academic floundering to the attention of the school, it has also put her at risk of losing her college career. Although she knows her academics are failing, she is also experiencing a deep sense of guilt and regret. She no longer views her social life and parties as the most important part of her college experience. She wants to succeed in her academics and she wants to become a better person. At the same time, the reader gets an insight into what has made Tressa the way she is. Underneath all of the outgoing and wild antics lies a very sensitive, insecure girl that doubts her intelligence and self worth. There is one person who has always seen Tressa for who she really is and has loved her for it. The nerdy guy from high school that Tressa wouldn’t of given the time of day. Trent James may wear nerdy glasses and super hero shirts. He may have a collection of action figures in his apartment. He may speak geek language and understand the Klingon language, but he is also an expert of speaking about matters of the heart. He is the one guy she wants to avoid. He is the one guy who can help save her academic career. He is the one guy that can save her heart. He is Clark Trent, nerd extrodinaire, and the love of Tressa’s life.
Trent has always loved Tressa. When she needs help with her academics, he finally sees this as his opportunity to win her heart. There is so much more to him than meets the eye. He is a lot like Tressa, he has many layers.
As this story unfolds the readers will be glued to the pages. Contradictions is more than a Big Bang Theory romance. It is a story of finding love and self worth.
I loved this book and highly recommend it. It can be read as a stand alone romance or in series order.
February 6, 2015
Reviewed for herding cats & burning soup.
The party girl and the geek. Polar opposites, unrequited love, a life altering tragedy and the struggles to become a person you might actually be proud of...Yeah...Contradictions...was an intense, funny, sweet and heart warming read that had me in tears and heartbroken, frustrated and in the end completely proud of who the characters became.
The quick of it is that Trent and Tressa are from the same home town and he's had a crush on her for quite some time but Tressa is all about appearances and having fun. She's got nothing in common with the geeky boy making eyes at her but all the partying has caught up with her and now if she wants to stay in school she's going to need his help to work her way out of the ditch she's dug in all her classes. Coupled with a horrible tragedy that rocks the campus Tressa starts seeing that maybe the life she lived really wasn't worth anything and the boy she's never given the time of day will be the one to help her find who she really is, what's buried under all the partying and who she ought to be.
I really liked these two together. They're vastly different but they're nice together. Helping each other in different ways to become better more well rounded people. Tressa. Whew. When things started I really wasn't a huge fan. She's not a terrible person just wild and reckless and not one I could really relate to but as events unfold. Damn but the girl impressed me. She's sarcastic and has a mouth on her and I rather enjoyed that. And then Trent... the boy was just great. I love nerdy heroes who are more than they appear. Who have dry whit and can surprise you with some sexy manly displays. Who are sweet and brilliant and a little quirky. So I was pretty damn smitten and rooting for them to figure it all out.
This one is a New Adult and takes place on campus with all that comes with. There's an underlying theme that was pretty hard to watch--hazing gone wrong. I could see where things were going before they happened but I still felt rather gutted just like Tressa. I was so hoping and holding my breath that what I was thinking wasn't going to be true and it broke my heart a little. It was such a turning point for Tressa. It was hard seeing her deal with the fall out. With friendships that were tested. With questioning everything about who she was. With the guilt and sadness that overwhelmed her. It was really just an emotional journey for her.
Overall...Contradictions was an amazingly emotional journey that swept me away and had me fighting back both tears and gigglesnorts as Trent and Tressa figured it all out. The only thing that would have made it even better...getting Trent's POV now and again. Man that boy fascinated me and I would have loved getting a glimpse into his inner thoughts. King is quickly climbing the ranks of my favorite authors and I can't wait to see what she'll come up with next.
The party girl and the geek. Polar opposites, unrequited love, a life altering tragedy and the struggles to become a person you might actually be proud of...Yeah...Contradictions...was an intense, funny, sweet and heart warming read that had me in tears and heartbroken, frustrated and in the end completely proud of who the characters became.
The quick of it is that Trent and Tressa are from the same home town and he's had a crush on her for quite some time but Tressa is all about appearances and having fun. She's got nothing in common with the geeky boy making eyes at her but all the partying has caught up with her and now if she wants to stay in school she's going to need his help to work her way out of the ditch she's dug in all her classes. Coupled with a horrible tragedy that rocks the campus Tressa starts seeing that maybe the life she lived really wasn't worth anything and the boy she's never given the time of day will be the one to help her find who she really is, what's buried under all the partying and who she ought to be.
I really liked these two together. They're vastly different but they're nice together. Helping each other in different ways to become better more well rounded people. Tressa. Whew. When things started I really wasn't a huge fan. She's not a terrible person just wild and reckless and not one I could really relate to but as events unfold. Damn but the girl impressed me. She's sarcastic and has a mouth on her and I rather enjoyed that. And then Trent... the boy was just great. I love nerdy heroes who are more than they appear. Who have dry whit and can surprise you with some sexy manly displays. Who are sweet and brilliant and a little quirky. So I was pretty damn smitten and rooting for them to figure it all out.
This one is a New Adult and takes place on campus with all that comes with. There's an underlying theme that was pretty hard to watch--hazing gone wrong. I could see where things were going before they happened but I still felt rather gutted just like Tressa. I was so hoping and holding my breath that what I was thinking wasn't going to be true and it broke my heart a little. It was such a turning point for Tressa. It was hard seeing her deal with the fall out. With friendships that were tested. With questioning everything about who she was. With the guilt and sadness that overwhelmed her. It was really just an emotional journey for her.
Overall...Contradictions was an amazingly emotional journey that swept me away and had me fighting back both tears and gigglesnorts as Trent and Tressa figured it all out. The only thing that would have made it even better...getting Trent's POV now and again. Man that boy fascinated me and I would have loved getting a glimpse into his inner thoughts. King is quickly climbing the ranks of my favorite authors and I can't wait to see what she'll come up with next.
January 6, 2015
CONTRADICTIONS finally gives us a chance to see into snarky Tressa's life of parties and good times, and as you would expect, it turns out to not be as fun as she makes it seem.
Tressa is happy coasting by in school by the seat of her pants. As long as she scores an invite to the latest big party, that's all that matters. Until that's not all that matters anymore. Her grades are in the toilet and in order to remain at school, she needs to fix them but she has no idea how. Enter Trent James, hot geek and wonder student extraordinaire. He rubs Tressa in all the wrong ways, which doesn't make her too accepting of his help. But, she's desperate for his help and he's desperate to get close to the girl he's had a crush on for forever.
I love it when books focus on the super smart guys. And, I love it when authors make the super smart guys super sexy too. The hot, ripped ones don't all come in a bad boy package. Or look like a jock. Sometimes, the guys with the brains and very little experience can be drop dead gorgeous with 8-pack abs too. They're just hidden behind glasses and a Batman t-shirt.
Tressa had some preconceived notions like most other girls do. It wasn't until she stopped looking at what Trent lacked and started noticing all the things he had going for him did she notice that there was a lot more underneath his Clark Kent glasses and superhero t-shirts than she first realized. Trent was quiet and introverted. When peers poked fun at him, he acted like he didn't even get it. Admittedly, he was an easy target. Trent is wicked smart and doesn't have a ton of experience with girls. Since he's also from Woodfalls like Tressa, she feels unexplainably protective of him, despite how much he irritates her.
Trent and Tressa are both studies in how people can have two different sides. Tressa is a party girl who likes to drink and be wild and skip classes. When extreme circumstances cause her to take a close look at what she's doing, she makes a real effort to bring out the other side of her - the side that wanted to go to college in the first place. She's still goofy, abrasive, fun-loving Tressa, but she doesn't need to party all the time and sees the merit in studying to better herself.
Trent is seen as only a brain. But, as Tressa allows herself to get to know him better, she finds out he likes good music, good food, and can kill it in a poker game. And, this boy has some sexy moves. He's sweet and attentive and so hot. Trent was definitely surprising in all the best ways.
Contradictions was told entirely from Tressa's POV, and in this case, I get it. There was a lot going on with her, between the drama with her roommates who don't understand her changed ways, and her tanking school career and her mixed up feelings for Trent. There was decidedly little drama, which was both a welcome change, and a bit of a downer. Sometimes a little bit of drama is a good thing.
I have really enjoyed Tiffany King's Woodfall Girls series. I'm not sure if she plans any additional books in the series, but if she does, I'll read them. They're quick and light and sometimes they are just what I need.
Tressa is happy coasting by in school by the seat of her pants. As long as she scores an invite to the latest big party, that's all that matters. Until that's not all that matters anymore. Her grades are in the toilet and in order to remain at school, she needs to fix them but she has no idea how. Enter Trent James, hot geek and wonder student extraordinaire. He rubs Tressa in all the wrong ways, which doesn't make her too accepting of his help. But, she's desperate for his help and he's desperate to get close to the girl he's had a crush on for forever.
I love it when books focus on the super smart guys. And, I love it when authors make the super smart guys super sexy too. The hot, ripped ones don't all come in a bad boy package. Or look like a jock. Sometimes, the guys with the brains and very little experience can be drop dead gorgeous with 8-pack abs too. They're just hidden behind glasses and a Batman t-shirt.
Tressa had some preconceived notions like most other girls do. It wasn't until she stopped looking at what Trent lacked and started noticing all the things he had going for him did she notice that there was a lot more underneath his Clark Kent glasses and superhero t-shirts than she first realized. Trent was quiet and introverted. When peers poked fun at him, he acted like he didn't even get it. Admittedly, he was an easy target. Trent is wicked smart and doesn't have a ton of experience with girls. Since he's also from Woodfalls like Tressa, she feels unexplainably protective of him, despite how much he irritates her.
Trent and Tressa are both studies in how people can have two different sides. Tressa is a party girl who likes to drink and be wild and skip classes. When extreme circumstances cause her to take a close look at what she's doing, she makes a real effort to bring out the other side of her - the side that wanted to go to college in the first place. She's still goofy, abrasive, fun-loving Tressa, but she doesn't need to party all the time and sees the merit in studying to better herself.
Trent is seen as only a brain. But, as Tressa allows herself to get to know him better, she finds out he likes good music, good food, and can kill it in a poker game. And, this boy has some sexy moves. He's sweet and attentive and so hot. Trent was definitely surprising in all the best ways.
Contradictions was told entirely from Tressa's POV, and in this case, I get it. There was a lot going on with her, between the drama with her roommates who don't understand her changed ways, and her tanking school career and her mixed up feelings for Trent. There was decidedly little drama, which was both a welcome change, and a bit of a downer. Sometimes a little bit of drama is a good thing.
I have really enjoyed Tiffany King's Woodfall Girls series. I'm not sure if she plans any additional books in the series, but if she does, I'll read them. They're quick and light and sometimes they are just what I need.
June 20, 2016
I had never read Tiffany King before so I was really excited to read Contradictions, especially since I love nerdy romance. Tressa is a troublemaker who only cares about frat parties and pranks. Even though she worked hard at a community college so she could get into Maine State she doesn’t seem to care too much about academics now that she’s in. After taking part in a fraternity hazing that goes very, very wrong Tressa finds herself on probation. She was close to failing most of her classes anyway; having a part in this tragedy was just the breaking point. Professor N, who is also a family friend, sets up Tressa with a tutor, Trent, to help get her back on track academically.
I had a hard time with this novel because I greatly dislike Tressa. She tried way too hard to come off as the cool girl. It felt like everything that came out of her mouth was for shock value. Plus, her constant reminders that she was a troublemaker and prankster got old. Now this is just my opinion, there are other people who would read her character and find a loveable college co-ed with a penchant for mischief.
The first half of the book was also a little hard to get into. The description and side story for every event and person was overwhelming. The second half of the book flowed much better without paragraphs of description following the introduction of each character. Although, with such detail in the first half of the book I wished we could have spent more time with Tressa and Trent as their relationship progressed. As Trent and Tressa’s overnights because more frequent we got even less information on how they worked as a couple. I wanted to see more of their moments alone instead of quick comments here and there after they had been together for quite a while.
Even though I had problems with other aspects of the book, Trent Lawson was a great nerdy hero. I loved that Trent had been crushing on Tressa since high school and gave me goosebumps when he aggressively pursued Tressa. He was a very welcome contrast to Tressa’s character. Plus, any man who dresses up as Han Solo will always have a place in my heart. I did wonder how much experience Trent had after their awkward kiss. Was Trent a virgin or was he a little bit of a dud before he met Tressa? I also had a hard time connecting the Trent Tressa described in high school with the nerdier Trent she meets in college.
While Contradictions wasn’t exactly what I hoped it would be, I still enjoyed it. I was glad to meet Trent and his nerdy romance tactics saved the day. I’d definitely be willing to give another of the author’s books a try.
Review to be posted at Love Between the Sheets
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January 12, 2015
Tressa Oliver is in her final year of college but she really doesn’t care about school or class work. How she managed to get to her senior year with passing grades is a mystery to her but she’s going with the flow. She loves to party and has a great time. She knows that she’s failing out of school but she can’t seem to make herself care a whole lot about it.
Then…tragedy strikes the college and a student dies. Tressa really doesn’t know the boy who died but she had spoken to him right before it happened. She’s deeply affected by his death and starts to change in ways that neither she nor her roommate can understand – she keeps to herself and stops partying. When she’s put on academic probation and told that Trent Lawson must tutor her she’s not thrilled.
Trent is from her home town and has never made a secret of the fact that he likes Tressa. He may be a nerd at heart but he knows that if Tressa just gets to know him she’ll see something she likes. That’s exactly what happens but Tressa thinks she may be becoming someone she doesn’t know and she’s completely confused about the change in herself. How can she be with Trent when she doesn’t even know who she is?
This was an interesting insight into college partying and the ramifications of hazing. In this case Tressa was one of the girls who always enjoyed a good prank and as hazing went it was pretty tame. Unfortunately a boy died that night and it had a deep affect on Tressa. She wasn’t in any way responsible for the prank but I think knowing how much she was enjoying it was what served as the catalyst for her change in thinking. On top of that her academic probation was pretty humiliating. She wasn’t anxious to share her probation with her roommate so Cameo wasn’t too sympathetic. I can’t say I was a fan of Cameo as she seems pretty selfish and self-centered but I could tell that losing the closeness with her was hurtful to Tressa.
The relationship with Trent was non-existent at first. I didn’t love the way Tressa seemed to almost bully Trent, at first, but I could tell it was a defense mechanism that she utilized to distance herself as her life was in flux. Soon she was treating him as a friend and their feelings grew from there. Trent was kind and I loved the way he treated Tressa as it showed how much he cared for her.
In the end the story didn’t have a major relationship issue and that was worked for the book overall. It focused on the partnership between Tressa and Trent but mostly on Tressa’s life and how it changed over the course of the semester. I really enjoyed the book and reading about these great characters.
Rating: 3.75/4 out of 5
This review was originally posted on Book Binge by Tracy.
Then…tragedy strikes the college and a student dies. Tressa really doesn’t know the boy who died but she had spoken to him right before it happened. She’s deeply affected by his death and starts to change in ways that neither she nor her roommate can understand – she keeps to herself and stops partying. When she’s put on academic probation and told that Trent Lawson must tutor her she’s not thrilled.
Trent is from her home town and has never made a secret of the fact that he likes Tressa. He may be a nerd at heart but he knows that if Tressa just gets to know him she’ll see something she likes. That’s exactly what happens but Tressa thinks she may be becoming someone she doesn’t know and she’s completely confused about the change in herself. How can she be with Trent when she doesn’t even know who she is?
This was an interesting insight into college partying and the ramifications of hazing. In this case Tressa was one of the girls who always enjoyed a good prank and as hazing went it was pretty tame. Unfortunately a boy died that night and it had a deep affect on Tressa. She wasn’t in any way responsible for the prank but I think knowing how much she was enjoying it was what served as the catalyst for her change in thinking. On top of that her academic probation was pretty humiliating. She wasn’t anxious to share her probation with her roommate so Cameo wasn’t too sympathetic. I can’t say I was a fan of Cameo as she seems pretty selfish and self-centered but I could tell that losing the closeness with her was hurtful to Tressa.
The relationship with Trent was non-existent at first. I didn’t love the way Tressa seemed to almost bully Trent, at first, but I could tell it was a defense mechanism that she utilized to distance herself as her life was in flux. Soon she was treating him as a friend and their feelings grew from there. Trent was kind and I loved the way he treated Tressa as it showed how much he cared for her.
In the end the story didn’t have a major relationship issue and that was worked for the book overall. It focused on the partnership between Tressa and Trent but mostly on Tressa’s life and how it changed over the course of the semester. I really enjoyed the book and reading about these great characters.
Rating: 3.75/4 out of 5
This review was originally posted on Book Binge by Tracy.
April 12, 2015
Contradictions is one of my favorite books in the Woodfalls Girls series.
Read in just one sitting, I could not put this book down, I was entranced and utterly absorbed in the story of Tressa and Trent.
Tressa is in College, a party girl who's grades are failing, after a fraternity hazing goes wrong she is put on academic probation and is given a set amount of time to improve her grades, Trent is from her hometown, a geek who has had a crush on Tressa for years, he is assigned to be her tutor to help her in her classes.
Tressa has always gone for the bad boys, so of course she doesn't have any interest in Trent whatsoever deeming him too boring and nerdy to interest her at all.
But with all the time they end up spending together, Tressa finds that there's so much more to Trent than she gave him credit for, and just maybe she has found the one she wasted her time dating bad boys to find.
This was such a fantastic read, so enjoyable and I really loved all the pop culture references scattered throughout.
Ultimately I've become a big fan of Tiffany's writing and I aim to own all her books eventually.
A great series that all fans of new adult books should definitely pick up.
Read in just one sitting, I could not put this book down, I was entranced and utterly absorbed in the story of Tressa and Trent.
Tressa is in College, a party girl who's grades are failing, after a fraternity hazing goes wrong she is put on academic probation and is given a set amount of time to improve her grades, Trent is from her hometown, a geek who has had a crush on Tressa for years, he is assigned to be her tutor to help her in her classes.
Tressa has always gone for the bad boys, so of course she doesn't have any interest in Trent whatsoever deeming him too boring and nerdy to interest her at all.
But with all the time they end up spending together, Tressa finds that there's so much more to Trent than she gave him credit for, and just maybe she has found the one she wasted her time dating bad boys to find.
This was such a fantastic read, so enjoyable and I really loved all the pop culture references scattered throughout.
Ultimately I've become a big fan of Tiffany's writing and I aim to own all her books eventually.
A great series that all fans of new adult books should definitely pick up.
January 6, 2015
Contradictions by Tiffany King is my favorite of the Woodfalls Girls novels. Every character felt real to me; like I could cast the book with people from my own college experiences. I could relate to their struggles and to the problems that come with new adulthood responsibilities. As for the romantic relationship addressed, I love this take on the beauty and the geek, with honest insecurities plaguing both of them. The people, the struggles and the relationships felt familiar to me, like a memory. I enjoyed turning every page.
July 16, 2015
I received a digital copy from Berkley in exchange for an honest review.
Contradictions was a really wonderful story. I enjoyed the mental and emotional connections we got to explore in Trent and Tressa because their dynamic relationship was a little shaky at times but really sweet even with the innocence and the times of doubt. I do like the opposites attract type relationship but they weren't all that different once we got to see more of Tressa and Trent. I really enjoyed reading this story.
Contradictions was a really wonderful story. I enjoyed the mental and emotional connections we got to explore in Trent and Tressa because their dynamic relationship was a little shaky at times but really sweet even with the innocence and the times of doubt. I do like the opposites attract type relationship but they weren't all that different once we got to see more of Tressa and Trent. I really enjoyed reading this story.
December 31, 2014
I love the whole opposites attract aspects of the story, I can relate to it on a personal level. The emotional connection between Trent and Tressa was written so beautifully, it made my heart warm. There was innocence and doubt between them, but it worked out perfectly in my opinion. I have to say that Trent is by far my favorite. This is a truly wonderful story.
I was given a copy by the publisher via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
I was given a copy by the publisher via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
January 8, 2015
I've read all but two books by Tiffany King.. So far I've loved every single one.
She's always kept herself away from Trent... they're too different. She's a party girl, he's the good scholar. She avoids him like the holocaust - until fate throws them together. It's funny how all their contradictions bring them closer together
She's always kept herself away from Trent... they're too different. She's a party girl, he's the good scholar. She avoids him like the holocaust - until fate throws them together. It's funny how all their contradictions bring them closer together
January 11, 2015
I'm completely reading this backwards, starting with this one but to hell with it. I absolutely loved this! I'm swooning on most of it. I mean, who isn't gonna fall for an opposites attract kind of story?
The writing was fun, I loved Tressa's sarcasm. Oh! The nicknames! And man, I went all dreamy on Trent.
I'm moving to book 2 then 1. I'm gonna read this in the opposite order. :)
The writing was fun, I loved Tressa's sarcasm. Oh! The nicknames! And man, I went all dreamy on Trent.
I'm moving to book 2 then 1. I'm gonna read this in the opposite order. :)
January 11, 2015
So good!
I love this series and I am sad that this is the last one. I loved the reference to No-attachments and Misunderstandings at the end of Chapter 13, so clever. If you're a Tiffany King fan, then I suggest you read this series!!
I love this series and I am sad that this is the last one. I loved the reference to No-attachments and Misunderstandings at the end of Chapter 13, so clever. If you're a Tiffany King fan, then I suggest you read this series!!
December 28, 2015
I haven't picked up a Tiffany King book in quite awhile. I definitely enjoyed this one. Actual rating closer to 3.5.
Review to come!
Review to come!
January 11, 2015
4.5/5 stars
Tiffany King's books get better and better. Contradictions is my favorite so far in the Woodfalls series. I finally got my wish for a nerd/geek hero in Trent. Full review to come.
Tiffany King's books get better and better. Contradictions is my favorite so far in the Woodfalls series. I finally got my wish for a nerd/geek hero in Trent. Full review to come.
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December 31, 2017Tressa Oliver is a bad girl, drinking, dancing, partying and playing all of the time. She blows off her classwork and finds more enjoyment in hanging out with her roommates and participating in social events than passing her classes.
Trent Lawson is a handsome nerd who is too serious, too boring, all work and no play. Tressa and Trent are obviously incompatible, per Tressa, although the adorable attraction between the two is undeniable. In this fun and easy read, not one that causes too much thought, the reader follows as Tressa changes and Trent attempts to save her from the fall.
After a horrible accident during a night of partying, Tressa realizes it is time to get back on track and make something of herself. In this process, she finds love, loses friends and reevaluates what she wants out of life. She realizes that partying isn’t going to get her where she wants to be and to become who she wants to be. With the help of Trent, the last person she thinks can help her recover from the mess she’s made; Tressa just may end up with her happy ending.
Overall, I enjoyed Contradictions. It was easy to get through, although very juvenile. The flirting was cute and the characters lacked depth, but sometimes a simple book is just what the Doctor ordered. Typically the main male character is the one looking to be saved while the timid female support is waiting in the wings. In this book, it was the opposite. Trent is shy and inexperienced, while Tressa is tough and rough around the edges. Although this book was “cheesy,” it hit the spot and I was able to breeze through it quite quickly. If you are looking for a fun fast read, this is the way to go.
My only issue was that I had not read the previous two books, which makes me unsure of the characters and if they played a part throughout the series. If so, this could be why some of the characters lacked depth for me and why I couldn’t come to love them as I would have if I followed them from the beginning.
Trent Lawson is a handsome nerd who is too serious, too boring, all work and no play. Tressa and Trent are obviously incompatible, per Tressa, although the adorable attraction between the two is undeniable. In this fun and easy read, not one that causes too much thought, the reader follows as Tressa changes and Trent attempts to save her from the fall.
After a horrible accident during a night of partying, Tressa realizes it is time to get back on track and make something of herself. In this process, she finds love, loses friends and reevaluates what she wants out of life. She realizes that partying isn’t going to get her where she wants to be and to become who she wants to be. With the help of Trent, the last person she thinks can help her recover from the mess she’s made; Tressa just may end up with her happy ending.
Overall, I enjoyed Contradictions. It was easy to get through, although very juvenile. The flirting was cute and the characters lacked depth, but sometimes a simple book is just what the Doctor ordered. Typically the main male character is the one looking to be saved while the timid female support is waiting in the wings. In this book, it was the opposite. Trent is shy and inexperienced, while Tressa is tough and rough around the edges. Although this book was “cheesy,” it hit the spot and I was able to breeze through it quite quickly. If you are looking for a fun fast read, this is the way to go.
My only issue was that I had not read the previous two books, which makes me unsure of the characters and if they played a part throughout the series. If so, this could be why some of the characters lacked depth for me and why I couldn’t come to love them as I would have if I followed them from the beginning.
May 15, 2018
This one was just okay. Trent's character was all tell, no show. The author couldn't stop talking about how smart and nerdy yet incredibly swoon-worthy he was but I couldn't find enough meat in his character. It was not fleshed-out properly and I found his character arc severely under-developed though Tressa's character growth was brilliant. Love story was tepid but overall, it was a decent read.
September 13, 2017
well, my version of the book for some reason contained parts of another book.... strange. I really had a hard time liking Tressa. She acted at times like a spoiled snot.
October 30, 2017
A beautiful story of a love that can withstand anything.
-- Joyce, Hobart Branch
-- Joyce, Hobart Branch
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