Small Town Secrets

by Riley Scott

Jordan Weston never felt alone with a basketball in one hand. Then she got hurt. The roar of the crowd faded away and so did the friends. Her lonely, small town world is blown wide open by the arrival of a breath of fresh air called Taylor Reeves. Gorgeous, wild…confusing. Bouncing from one town to another in the wake of her father’s ministry, Taylor has learned to keep her wildest outlets a secret—especially her history with other women. She knows why the naïve Jordan is wary but can’t seem to stay away. Is there any point to starting something that can never last?

Genres: Lesbian, Romance

228 pages, Kindle Edition

First published November 17, 2014

About the author

In addition to having published poetry and short stories, Riley Scott has worked as a grant and press writer and a marketing professional. She holds a degree in journalism. A chunk of life spent in the Bible Belt has given her a close-up look at the struggles facing the LGBT community in Small Town, America, and she strives to bring these to light through her writing. Although she recently moved to Florida, she is a proud New Mexican with a passion for her partner (who, if you'll note, is listed ahead of green chile), green chile, dogs, and lively literature. She lives in Pensacola with her partner and two beloved dogs.

Librarian note: There is more than one author in the Goodreads database with this name.

Reviews

[Pin · Rating 2 out of 5]

Well-written story, but very frustrating with even more frustrating characters. Not my cup of tea at all.
BTW, the blurb is totally misleading.

[Jules · Rating 3 out of 5]

Once again, I'm fooled by the blurb. I obviously expected something else. What the blurb didn't mention is that one of the characters goes through hell not only because of her injury, but also because of her sexuality. In retrospect, since religion plays a part, I should've known. There was nothing wrong with this book, except that I don't like to read this kind of story, there's enough reality out there.

[Jen · Rating 3 out of 5]

Finding peace in who you are

“I don’t want a love I can live with. I want a love I can’t live without.””
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About the discovery, uncertainty & passion of a relationship between two women as they attempt to find love & family in each other that can overcome long-ingrained insecurities & other people's judgment!

[Heinerway · Rating 2 out of 5]

I'm sorry but I didn't like this book. The story was not what I like to read, and besides I didn't connect with the characters.

[Allison · Rating 3 out of 5]

A very brave novel. The characters and circumstances felt very real, and unfortunately all too true for many people growing up in small rural conservative communities.

[Jo Watkins · Rating 5 out of 5]

good quick read

Enjoyable yet rather unnerving deals with small town America and conversion therapy,it doesn't go in to too great detail but i find it quite unsettling