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Alive
Seventeen year old Abigail McCarthy has had anything but an easy life. Struggling with the sudden death of her father, and an addict for a mother, she was forced at a young age to take care of not only herself, but her mother as well. She has grown up keeping her feelings locked away, and hidden deep within her. She tries to put up a good front with her punk rock style, confident attitude, and care free spirit, but inside she’s struggling to keep her head above water.
When Adam Alexander bulldozes his way into her life, despite her best efforts to keep him out, she finds herself falling for the one boy who could truly break her already fragile heart. He becomes her one ray of sunlight in a sea of darkness. But when dark secrets, and an even darker past threaten to surface, will the connection they have be able to stand strong? Or will she lose the one person who makes her feel alive?
Secrets will be revealed.
Relationships will be tested.
And one girl will learn that in order to survive, sometimes you need to open your heart up to someone other than yourself.
When Adam Alexander bulldozes his way into her life, despite her best efforts to keep him out, she finds herself falling for the one boy who could truly break her already fragile heart. He becomes her one ray of sunlight in a sea of darkness. But when dark secrets, and an even darker past threaten to surface, will the connection they have be able to stand strong? Or will she lose the one person who makes her feel alive?
Secrets will be revealed.
Relationships will be tested.
And one girl will learn that in order to survive, sometimes you need to open your heart up to someone other than yourself.
First published April 30, 2014
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About the author
Holli Marie Spaulding
2 books10 followersI am a writer, mother, Coast Guard military wife, nerf gun ninja, Guns N Roses addict, and an avid reader.
Right now I resided in the beautiful state of Hawaii with my awesome (most of the time) hubby and 4 amazing (unless they are smearing peanut butter on the walls)kids. When I'm not chasing my boys around, or being a troop leader for my daughter's Girl Scout troop, I enjoy going to the beach and relaxing with my latest book find.
I love music, and a lot of my inspiration comes from the songs that I hear.
I have a blog that I am truly awful at updating. I've maybe written two entries, but If you'd like, follow me for updates on book releases and other random thoughts that I may have!
Right now I resided in the beautiful state of Hawaii with my awesome (most of the time) hubby and 4 amazing (unless they are smearing peanut butter on the walls)kids. When I'm not chasing my boys around, or being a troop leader for my daughter's Girl Scout troop, I enjoy going to the beach and relaxing with my latest book find.
I love music, and a lot of my inspiration comes from the songs that I hear.
I have a blog that I am truly awful at updating. I've maybe written two entries, but If you'd like, follow me for updates on book releases and other random thoughts that I may have!
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September 3, 2016
I'm not allow to give a zero star rating, and that my friend, is a tragedy because that is what it truly deserves.
Holli Spaulding, I don't want to accuse you of this, but there were some scenes that were just SO familiar it was creeping me out until I realized why. They were just like a scene out of Beautiful Disaster. Now, I don't know if I'd say plagiarizing…okay actually I would. Some sentences were practically word for word. And I'm not saying that the story was the same, but the characters have similar traits and actions as character from Beautiful Disaster. And Abigail, really? I mean, seriously????? Out of all the names in this universe you pick that one?
I mean, I could go on about everything but that could simply take too long, and it's not worth my time. Okay, one more thing, you even mention Jamie McGuire. I almost died.
Curious, you were aware that Abigail and Adam only knew each other for like a week right? (Y'all read that correctly. A WEEK.) That's just so annoying. When the , "I love you." was dropped I was like, NO YOU DON'T. Your dick might, but once you REALLY knew her, and she really knew you there were likely issues.
That sad thing was, I actually thought this was going to be good. A girl living with a drug addict mom, a tragic past, having to grow up too fast. Walls as sturdy as the great wall of China. The struggles that could've been addressed. The greatness.
But no, none of that. She deals with her mom like once, and then the incident happens, her walls were more like glass windows. She caved so easily to Adam. Nothing was really addressed. It was all very disappointing.
You did,on one hand, get a point for the Lorelei Gilmore mention. BUT THAT IS ALL.
Holli Spaulding, I don't want to accuse you of this, but there were some scenes that were just SO familiar it was creeping me out until I realized why. They were just like a scene out of Beautiful Disaster. Now, I don't know if I'd say plagiarizing…okay actually I would. Some sentences were practically word for word. And I'm not saying that the story was the same, but the characters have similar traits and actions as character from Beautiful Disaster. And Abigail, really? I mean, seriously????? Out of all the names in this universe you pick that one?
I mean, I could go on about everything but that could simply take too long, and it's not worth my time. Okay, one more thing, you even mention Jamie McGuire. I almost died.
Curious, you were aware that Abigail and Adam only knew each other for like a week right? (Y'all read that correctly. A WEEK.) That's just so annoying. When the , "I love you." was dropped I was like, NO YOU DON'T. Your dick might, but once you REALLY knew her, and she really knew you there were likely issues.
That sad thing was, I actually thought this was going to be good. A girl living with a drug addict mom, a tragic past, having to grow up too fast. Walls as sturdy as the great wall of China. The struggles that could've been addressed. The greatness.
But no, none of that. She deals with her mom like once, and then the incident happens, her walls were more like glass windows. She caved so easily to Adam. Nothing was really addressed. It was all very disappointing.
You did,on one hand, get a point for the Lorelei Gilmore mention. BUT THAT IS ALL.
May 5, 2014
I was very impressed with the authors first book. The characters and circumstances in this book kept me wanting more. Had all the elements that make for a fantastic read!
May 2, 2014
I loved this story. Read it. You won't be disappointed.
May 4, 2014
This story captured me from the beginning. I could not put it down! The story had me waiting to find out what happens next. Each character had depth and was real to me!
I cant wait to read anything else Holli Spaulding writes! I am a forever fan!
I cant wait to read anything else Holli Spaulding writes! I am a forever fan!
September 28, 2014
Well well done Holli as i loved this book this is my kind of book. i loved Adams character and "peaches" they were amazing together. Some parts were predictable that i knew what was goin to happen next but i still loved it.xxx
May 22, 2014
The storyline seemed really promising but the book was let down by the writing. The conversations between the characters were so stilted. Bit disappointed with this one.
January 7, 2017
Thank you!
Excellent writing! I couldn't put it down. Something about the story sucked me into it. It touched my heart. I laughed and cried. I loved reading your book.
Excellent writing! I couldn't put it down. Something about the story sucked me into it. It touched my heart. I laughed and cried. I loved reading your book.
March 9, 2017
This book is emotional and real
October 26, 2023
Great, easy read! I found it easy to connect with the characters and loved the willow tree oasis!
May 17, 2014
CAPTIVATING.......
Excellent! Enjoyed it very much. Great story and it had me anxious to return when I had to take a break. Look forward to the next book.
Excellent! Enjoyed it very much. Great story and it had me anxious to return when I had to take a break. Look forward to the next book.
January 16, 2015
This book was written by a friend of mine and it is a terrific read!!
December 8, 2015
Should have been college age characters instead of highschool
July 18, 2016
One of my favourite books ever. It was a quick read (for me at least) but it was insanely good. I was crying half the time! Definitely recommend this book.
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