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Starr Fall
On the run from the Organization, Starr never planned on falling in love.
Starr Bishop’s the complete package. A perfect smile, brains to match, and a winning attitude. Boys want to date her and girls want to be her. She’s the type of girl you want to hate, if only she wasn’t so damn likable. But don’t worry, she’s not interested in your boyfriend. Boys are one complication she can live without.
When the Organization decides she’s not only the model student but the ideal assassin, Starr’ll need a lot more than high test scores and extracurricular involvement to get herself out of that commitment.
Dark, moody, and dead sexy Christian Evergood is the last person she’d expect—or even want— to come to her rescue. From opposite ends of Webster High’s social hierarchy, their lives collide in one electrifying moment. Christian isn’t the Goth loner he pretends to be, he’s a part Cherokee, All-American boy who wants to be a hero, Starr’s hero. Christian makes Starr forget that the Organization is after her, but nothing will stop the Organization from collecting their top recruit.
By the way, the spot for junior class president just became available.
What People Are Saying About Starr Fall....
"I was swept up in Kim Briggs' whirlwind of secrets, swoon, and adventure from page one. Beautifully writing combined with a smart, driven protagonist made this a book I couldn't put down.” —Isabel Bandeira, Author of Bookishly Ever After (Jan 2016) and Dramatically Ever After (June 2017)
As the opener in what promises to be a thrilling series, Starr Fall hits the ground running and hits the water swimming. I couldn’t turn the pages fast enough as Starr went from a super-achieving but otherwise pretty normal high school junior to a girl on the run from a shady, powerful government (maybe) agency and a deep, dark conspiracy we only see in glimpses. And why has the weird kid from school suddenly become her ultra-hot sidekick, with a connection between them that literally gives off sparks? He’s a lot more than he seems. Every answer raises another question as the reader ricochets between the threat level outside the remote cabin and the heat level inside it. Briggs knows how to crank up both kinds of tension, in the best possible way. Book two can’t come soon enough for this reader! -- Liz Coley, author of the award-winning, internationally best-selling Pretty Girl-13
Starr Bishop’s the complete package. A perfect smile, brains to match, and a winning attitude. Boys want to date her and girls want to be her. She’s the type of girl you want to hate, if only she wasn’t so damn likable. But don’t worry, she’s not interested in your boyfriend. Boys are one complication she can live without.
When the Organization decides she’s not only the model student but the ideal assassin, Starr’ll need a lot more than high test scores and extracurricular involvement to get herself out of that commitment.
Dark, moody, and dead sexy Christian Evergood is the last person she’d expect—or even want— to come to her rescue. From opposite ends of Webster High’s social hierarchy, their lives collide in one electrifying moment. Christian isn’t the Goth loner he pretends to be, he’s a part Cherokee, All-American boy who wants to be a hero, Starr’s hero. Christian makes Starr forget that the Organization is after her, but nothing will stop the Organization from collecting their top recruit.
By the way, the spot for junior class president just became available.
What People Are Saying About Starr Fall....
"I was swept up in Kim Briggs' whirlwind of secrets, swoon, and adventure from page one. Beautifully writing combined with a smart, driven protagonist made this a book I couldn't put down.” —Isabel Bandeira, Author of Bookishly Ever After (Jan 2016) and Dramatically Ever After (June 2017)
As the opener in what promises to be a thrilling series, Starr Fall hits the ground running and hits the water swimming. I couldn’t turn the pages fast enough as Starr went from a super-achieving but otherwise pretty normal high school junior to a girl on the run from a shady, powerful government (maybe) agency and a deep, dark conspiracy we only see in glimpses. And why has the weird kid from school suddenly become her ultra-hot sidekick, with a connection between them that literally gives off sparks? He’s a lot more than he seems. Every answer raises another question as the reader ricochets between the threat level outside the remote cabin and the heat level inside it. Briggs knows how to crank up both kinds of tension, in the best possible way. Book two can’t come soon enough for this reader! -- Liz Coley, author of the award-winning, internationally best-selling Pretty Girl-13
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Published November 4, 2016
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Kim Briggs
9 books59 followersKim once smashed into a tree while skiing. The accident led to a concussion, a cracked sternum, temporary notoriety as a sixth grader returned from the dead, and the realization that fictionalized accounts are way more interesting than just slipping on the ice.
An unhealthy obsession with conspiracy theories combined with a love of travel and happily ever afters led Kim to write her YA novel, Starr Fall, where a secret organization decides 17 year old Starr Bishop is not only the model student, but the ideal assassin. While in hiding, Starr meets dark, moody, and dead sexy Christian Evergood. Cue the swoon worthy music. But it’s not all happily ever afters for Kim. Her NA novel, And Then He, explores the dark and scary corners of the human psyche. Following a night of innocent flirting with a handsome stranger, Tiffani finds herself in the midst of a nightmare she can’t escape. And Then He is available now through Amazon and other major book retailers. Starr Fall will debut November 2016 with Inkspell Publishing, followed by Starr Lost in January 2017.
When she’s not doing something writerly, Kim can be found jumping into snow drifts with her three kids, husband, and dog. She’s careful to avoid trees.
Visit her website and sign up for updates: www.KimBriggsWrite.com
Chat with her on Twitter: @KimBriggs_Write
She shares writing love with her INK Sister Alison Green Myers at INK Sisters Write http://INKSistersWrite.Blogspot.com
An unhealthy obsession with conspiracy theories combined with a love of travel and happily ever afters led Kim to write her YA novel, Starr Fall, where a secret organization decides 17 year old Starr Bishop is not only the model student, but the ideal assassin. While in hiding, Starr meets dark, moody, and dead sexy Christian Evergood. Cue the swoon worthy music. But it’s not all happily ever afters for Kim. Her NA novel, And Then He, explores the dark and scary corners of the human psyche. Following a night of innocent flirting with a handsome stranger, Tiffani finds herself in the midst of a nightmare she can’t escape. And Then He is available now through Amazon and other major book retailers. Starr Fall will debut November 2016 with Inkspell Publishing, followed by Starr Lost in January 2017.
When she’s not doing something writerly, Kim can be found jumping into snow drifts with her three kids, husband, and dog. She’s careful to avoid trees.
Visit her website and sign up for updates: www.KimBriggsWrite.com
Chat with her on Twitter: @KimBriggs_Write
She shares writing love with her INK Sister Alison Green Myers at INK Sisters Write http://INKSistersWrite.Blogspot.com
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April 18, 2018
Reading books by new authors is an adventure in itself. Because that is how you discover hidden stars (pun intended!) Starr Fall by Kim Briggs is the first installment in the series of three. A story with powerful and suspiciously unknown government organizations, conspiracy theories, assassins, life-and death situations, innocent, strong and determined high-schooler protagonists with a dash of romance and some Cherokee cultural background, it certainly is an interesting read even with its few flaws.
It all starts with a beautiful and smart, seventeen year old Starr Bishop who has her life all figured out, a leadership internship in summer, then college and she'll be all set to face the world. But seldom do things go as planned. The Organization has other things in mind for Starr. They want her as their assassin. Starr obviously is revolted by the idea of killing people for a living, but the Organization does not take no for an answer. Left without an option, Starr is on the run with a very dangerous and powerful association on her hunt. With a few unexpected turn of events, Starr finds herself being rescued by the dark, broody Christian Evergood, who hated her in school, or did he? Now, they're both on the run trying to unearth secrets and find answers to countless questions.
The story is well written, with a fast pace and a smooth flow. The first half is a total rush that had me turning pages like crazy due to exciting and unexpected twists. The later half is more focused on the romantic relationship between Starr and Christian, which although made the story a bit slow as compared to the beginning, but still managed to maintain a graceful pace. Bits and pieces on the Cherokee culture and myths was a fascinating touch. Little mysteries get uncovered, there is more background information about Starr and Christian and yet the unknown is on the heavier side.
Many questions are left unanswered. Since, this is going to be a series, I hope things get clearer in the later books. Although, I wish there was more about the Organization in here, we barely get a glimpse of them. Also, Starr and Christian's relationship was not believable and very rushed. Take this - If I am on run from a dangerous organization, why would I blindly trust a person who I thought hated me in school. Just because he saved my life once, does not mean I know his intentions. I believe Starr's trust was rather too quick and unconvincing. But then, she is a seventeen year old whose life changed in an instant!
Filled with suspense and anticipation, Starr Fall is a slightly different take on YA. In spite of a few plot hitches, it is still a fun, quick read that kept me hooked. I am curious to find out how Starr uncovers the Organization's secrets and finds all the answers she is looking for in the next installment Starr Lost.
**Free ebook provided by the author in exchange for an honest review**
It all starts with a beautiful and smart, seventeen year old Starr Bishop who has her life all figured out, a leadership internship in summer, then college and she'll be all set to face the world. But seldom do things go as planned. The Organization has other things in mind for Starr. They want her as their assassin. Starr obviously is revolted by the idea of killing people for a living, but the Organization does not take no for an answer. Left without an option, Starr is on the run with a very dangerous and powerful association on her hunt. With a few unexpected turn of events, Starr finds herself being rescued by the dark, broody Christian Evergood, who hated her in school, or did he? Now, they're both on the run trying to unearth secrets and find answers to countless questions.
The story is well written, with a fast pace and a smooth flow. The first half is a total rush that had me turning pages like crazy due to exciting and unexpected twists. The later half is more focused on the romantic relationship between Starr and Christian, which although made the story a bit slow as compared to the beginning, but still managed to maintain a graceful pace. Bits and pieces on the Cherokee culture and myths was a fascinating touch. Little mysteries get uncovered, there is more background information about Starr and Christian and yet the unknown is on the heavier side.
Many questions are left unanswered. Since, this is going to be a series, I hope things get clearer in the later books. Although, I wish there was more about the Organization in here, we barely get a glimpse of them. Also, Starr and Christian's relationship was not believable and very rushed. Take this - If I am on run from a dangerous organization, why would I blindly trust a person who I thought hated me in school. Just because he saved my life once, does not mean I know his intentions. I believe Starr's trust was rather too quick and unconvincing. But then, she is a seventeen year old whose life changed in an instant!
Filled with suspense and anticipation, Starr Fall is a slightly different take on YA. In spite of a few plot hitches, it is still a fun, quick read that kept me hooked. I am curious to find out how Starr uncovers the Organization's secrets and finds all the answers she is looking for in the next installment Starr Lost.
**Free ebook provided by the author in exchange for an honest review**
February 17, 2019
(A huge thanks to the author for providing me with a kindle copy in exchange for an honest review)
CHARACTERS
Starr Bishop is an overachiever who believes in diving into stuff and seizing opportunities. I liked how driven she was about accomplishing all that she wanted. She's also very hardworking and all this shows when she runs from the organization. She manages to get away from them with sheer will power and strong personality. In the beginning I loved that whenever she had problems, she'd make a mental list of what she knows, what are the unknowns, and how to tackle the unknowns. I loved this strategy of hers that she uses whenever she's in trouble or is trying to figure things out. That being said, I wasn't sure how much I liked her after she teams up with Christian. Suddenly there was so less of the problem solving girl and more of the girl who's fallen in love with the unexpected boy. I wanted to see more of the girl who was fighting the organization and looking for justice.
Christian started of as quite the interesting character - the broody guy who keeps to the back of the class. Then he takes a 180 degree turn and becomes this wonderful protective guy. I liked him at that point. He was sensible and caring though I still don't truly get why he teamed up with Starr. But then towards the end he became too possessive for my liking. He was getting Starr to shut up by kissing her, refusing to let her out of his sight for even a minute and stuff like that. I really hope Starr knocks some sense into him in book 2. But I loved the diversity him and his cousins bring into the book as they are part Cheerokee and readers get to learn many things about their culture and beliefs.
I loved Sami, Jody and Di even though we saw them only for a little while. I am hoping to see more of Di in the sequel and I'm pretty sure she'll be there kicking ass. I loved what a wonderful friend she was and so willing to help when Starr was in trouble. She was kind, smart and so collected even when Starr shocked her. I even liked Frank who I thought was kinda goofy and cute (Like Joey from the TV show Friends!)
PLOT
I absolutely loved the premise and how the story started off. The author literally dove headlong into the plot. Right after the introduction of our characters and protagonist, we're introduced to the antagonist and the story kicks off. The first few chapters were fast and thrilling. The second half was slower compared to the first part and had more romance than any adrenaline pumping scenes. Don't get me wrong, I like me some romance and I liked it art first but then Christian became possessive and kept stopping Starr from fighting for justice and then I wasn't so onboard with the romance. I didn't really get how they were just hanging out when so much horrible stuff had been done by the Organisation. As for the actual plot with the organization trying to get to Starr, there wasn't much of it. I just read the blurb of book 2 and I'm excited to see Starr's team kick the organisation's ass. There were also these questions raised in book one about Christian's parents, Starr's family and such that I'm really curious about.
WRITING
The writing flows quite well and I enjoyed the fast paced narration. I also loved the descriptions in the book and the dialogues between the girls at the beginning of the book. I loved reading their chatter as they got ready. I also personally loved the mental lists that Starr makes in order to keep herself organized and ready for stuff. I'm quite the list-maniac and can totally relate.
WHAT I LIKED ABOUT THE BOOK
- Starr and her skills
- The girls in the book
- The diversity
WHAT I DIDN'T LIKE ABOUT THE BOOK
- Christian during the second half of the book
- The lack of thriller-value in the second half
- The derailing of the plot from mystery to romance
CONCLUSION
The author has built up the premise wonderfully in book 1 although I hope to know more about the thriller aspect of the story in book 2. There are so many questions and the end of book 1 and I'm eager to know the answers in the sequel. This would be an exciting read for those who love books in the romantic-thriller genre.
CHARACTERS
Starr Bishop is an overachiever who believes in diving into stuff and seizing opportunities. I liked how driven she was about accomplishing all that she wanted. She's also very hardworking and all this shows when she runs from the organization. She manages to get away from them with sheer will power and strong personality. In the beginning I loved that whenever she had problems, she'd make a mental list of what she knows, what are the unknowns, and how to tackle the unknowns. I loved this strategy of hers that she uses whenever she's in trouble or is trying to figure things out. That being said, I wasn't sure how much I liked her after she teams up with Christian. Suddenly there was so less of the problem solving girl and more of the girl who's fallen in love with the unexpected boy. I wanted to see more of the girl who was fighting the organization and looking for justice.
Christian started of as quite the interesting character - the broody guy who keeps to the back of the class. Then he takes a 180 degree turn and becomes this wonderful protective guy. I liked him at that point. He was sensible and caring though I still don't truly get why he teamed up with Starr. But then towards the end he became too possessive for my liking. He was getting Starr to shut up by kissing her, refusing to let her out of his sight for even a minute and stuff like that. I really hope Starr knocks some sense into him in book 2. But I loved the diversity him and his cousins bring into the book as they are part Cheerokee and readers get to learn many things about their culture and beliefs.
I loved Sami, Jody and Di even though we saw them only for a little while. I am hoping to see more of Di in the sequel and I'm pretty sure she'll be there kicking ass. I loved what a wonderful friend she was and so willing to help when Starr was in trouble. She was kind, smart and so collected even when Starr shocked her. I even liked Frank who I thought was kinda goofy and cute (Like Joey from the TV show Friends!)
PLOT
I absolutely loved the premise and how the story started off. The author literally dove headlong into the plot. Right after the introduction of our characters and protagonist, we're introduced to the antagonist and the story kicks off. The first few chapters were fast and thrilling. The second half was slower compared to the first part and had more romance than any adrenaline pumping scenes. Don't get me wrong, I like me some romance and I liked it art first but then Christian became possessive and kept stopping Starr from fighting for justice and then I wasn't so onboard with the romance. I didn't really get how they were just hanging out when so much horrible stuff had been done by the Organisation. As for the actual plot with the organization trying to get to Starr, there wasn't much of it. I just read the blurb of book 2 and I'm excited to see Starr's team kick the organisation's ass. There were also these questions raised in book one about Christian's parents, Starr's family and such that I'm really curious about.
WRITING
The writing flows quite well and I enjoyed the fast paced narration. I also loved the descriptions in the book and the dialogues between the girls at the beginning of the book. I loved reading their chatter as they got ready. I also personally loved the mental lists that Starr makes in order to keep herself organized and ready for stuff. I'm quite the list-maniac and can totally relate.
WHAT I LIKED ABOUT THE BOOK
- Starr and her skills
- The girls in the book
- The diversity
WHAT I DIDN'T LIKE ABOUT THE BOOK
- Christian during the second half of the book
- The lack of thriller-value in the second half
- The derailing of the plot from mystery to romance
CONCLUSION
The author has built up the premise wonderfully in book 1 although I hope to know more about the thriller aspect of the story in book 2. There are so many questions and the end of book 1 and I'm eager to know the answers in the sequel. This would be an exciting read for those who love books in the romantic-thriller genre.
November 30, 2017
3.5 stars
Thank you to the author for my free review copy.
Starr Fall, the first in a trilogy, was a quick, fun YA read. The young love aspect of this story was a little much for me (I'm not big on the mushy stuff) but I know other readers will eat that right up. Looking beyond the romance, was an exciting story of defiance that kept me turning the pages. I was predicting more of a cliff hanger for the ending, but I was left with so many questions; I'm just itching to know what else happens to Starr and Christian.
Thank you to the author for my free review copy.
Starr Fall, the first in a trilogy, was a quick, fun YA read. The young love aspect of this story was a little much for me (I'm not big on the mushy stuff) but I know other readers will eat that right up. Looking beyond the romance, was an exciting story of defiance that kept me turning the pages. I was predicting more of a cliff hanger for the ending, but I was left with so many questions; I'm just itching to know what else happens to Starr and Christian.
June 30, 2017
I'm so glad I received this book from Kim Briggs. First, Look at that cover! Isn't it just beautiful!? That right there just made me want to read it. Second, The Synopsis! Running away from an Organization that is trying to make you an assassin! That sounded awesome.
If your a fan of Thrillers with a little bit of secrets and mystery. You'll love this. It reminded me of the movie Barely Lethal and I don't know why, but it kinda reminded me of Divergent even though it's not a Dystopian, but it kinda reminded me of the Dauntless being turned into killing machines. That's what I think this Organization wants.
I loved Starr's personality she makes me think of myself. She's strong and independent, but also kinda shy. Starr loves to make lists and I thought that was so cool because I always make lists for everything too! :D I really liked Christian at first mostly because he wore a Ramones t-shirt, but as the story goes along. Christian starts to act a little bit possessive. He has become obsessed with keeping an eye on Starr and making sure she is safe. Which nothing is wrong with that and Starr does set him straight a lot. But there is something about Christian I can't quite put my finger on, but I feel like he might be hiding something. That could just be my imagination though.
I liked the way the book was written because it was like Starr was talking to me the whole time and I could clearly see everything happening. It was fast paced and got right down to the point from the beginning. Things start to slow down when they are on the run and it starts to get more personal. Then when Starr thinks she can relax something I totally didn't see coming happened. The ending of the book has me excited for the next book Starr Lost. Starr is definitely out for some revenge and I can't wait to see what is going to go down!
If your a fan of Thrillers with a little bit of secrets and mystery. You'll love this. It reminded me of the movie Barely Lethal and I don't know why, but it kinda reminded me of Divergent even though it's not a Dystopian, but it kinda reminded me of the Dauntless being turned into killing machines. That's what I think this Organization wants.
I loved Starr's personality she makes me think of myself. She's strong and independent, but also kinda shy. Starr loves to make lists and I thought that was so cool because I always make lists for everything too! :D I really liked Christian at first mostly because he wore a Ramones t-shirt, but as the story goes along. Christian starts to act a little bit possessive. He has become obsessed with keeping an eye on Starr and making sure she is safe. Which nothing is wrong with that and Starr does set him straight a lot. But there is something about Christian I can't quite put my finger on, but I feel like he might be hiding something. That could just be my imagination though.
I liked the way the book was written because it was like Starr was talking to me the whole time and I could clearly see everything happening. It was fast paced and got right down to the point from the beginning. Things start to slow down when they are on the run and it starts to get more personal. Then when Starr thinks she can relax something I totally didn't see coming happened. The ending of the book has me excited for the next book Starr Lost. Starr is definitely out for some revenge and I can't wait to see what is going to go down!
April 26, 2017
First of all, I would like to start by thanking Kim for sending me a copy and having the patience while I slowly made my way through her book, you're an angel. Now on with the review.
This was one hell of a fast-paced book! First of all, I fell in love with the idea of it, I mean an organization that recruits people to be assassins? Running from an organization of assassins? Sign me up. I liked how easy it was for me to slip into the character's head and see things from her perspective, because while reading you'll find yourself relating to certain parts of Starr's personality or thoughts. At least, I did. That being said, this book gave me lots of trust issues (not a spoiler, I swear) like I couldn't trust anyone who is not Starr and no, no one is allowed to blame me and my trust issues! ALSO, THIS BOOK HAS A LOT OF POTENTIAL! Thank you my best friend for recommending it to me! Love you, love you, love you!
This was one hell of a fast-paced book! First of all, I fell in love with the idea of it, I mean an organization that recruits people to be assassins? Running from an organization of assassins? Sign me up. I liked how easy it was for me to slip into the character's head and see things from her perspective, because while reading you'll find yourself relating to certain parts of Starr's personality or thoughts. At least, I did. That being said, this book gave me lots of trust issues (not a spoiler, I swear) like I couldn't trust anyone who is not Starr and no, no one is allowed to blame me and my trust issues! ALSO, THIS BOOK HAS A LOT OF POTENTIAL! Thank you my best friend for recommending it to me! Love you, love you, love you!
September 13, 2017
Rating:
A couple of chapters in this book and I was already hook. It reminded of a movie I watch way back then titled 'DEBS'. Starr Bishop, together with her two girl best friends went to take a leadership test that turned out to be something else.
And then somehow it turned into something like Salt. The scene I'm referring was kinda something close and kind of spark my adrenaline, so there was action involve and quick thinking and awesome stamina.
But, no matter how promising the story is, there are some I'd call stumbling blocks that made me overanalyze things and sometimes makes me take breaks between reading. I think it would be hard discussing the points that kind of didn't go well with me, even if I keep reminding myself this is fiction, but still.
Alert: there may be spoiler involve. Read at your own risk.
Starr Bishop.
She is just too typical of a heroine. A perfect student - both athletic and intelligent, oblivious to the boys who like her, is usually stuck up in her head and also naive and way over her head. I like her at first. I like her sytematic analysis and way of thinking, so it was bother for me at the second part of the book when she showed less of it. It kinda ticks me at some point. She is facing an Organization, she is the best candidate to be an assassin, yes, but she still needs training. I believe she is perfectly suited for it in the way she analyze things, systematic and orderly and smart. But that's just it.
The Organization.
Okay, so at the beginning this Organization is good with everything, top notch facility and equipment with their surveillance and information gathering, so I wonder how it was possible Starr had even escape their grasp in the first place. Fast forward to the scene at the second half, that's just kinda stupid and so in contrast with how they were presented in the beginning. If it was a front, within 2 minutes of Starr stepping foor in that area, she should have been discovered already. Now, I watched The Leverage and The Blacklist (both American TV series) and we're talking about military facility and equipment that are way beyond advance than what is available in the market. I've also read a lot of assassin/mercenary/military books and I know a lot about recons and setting base. Also, if Starr was able to escape in the first place, with the kind of objective and emotionless aura of The Organization, Starr would have been expendable for me. And I would have Christian Evergood dead because he has proven to be worthless. Or there maybe a mystery working somewhere there about it all.
The Sidetrips. I love and hate them at the same time. It is just cheesy in some way, and well I do cheesy sometimes, but it just doesn't sit well with me. I love that the details are so great and so dreamy as well as the touch on the culture, and meeting Christian's cousin, but it slowed the pace of the book that makes me lose interest as times oppose to its fast paced beginning.
Aside from my issues, this book has quite a combination to it. Love, loyalty, humor, suspense and mystery. There is still a huge mystery surrounding the Organization, and as to Christian. It was well written and hopefully, the questions would be answered in its sequel.
**Complimentary copy received in exchange for an honest review.
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August 11, 2017
2.5/5 stars!
This book started off slow for me and I had to stop a few times due to loss of interest. It nearly put me in a huge book slump but I kept pushing forward. Im glad I did cause the story picked up and became fast paced with lots of twists and turns. This is my first assassin book and I wasnt sure how I would feel about it but the author was very sweet and offered me an ARC with that being said im still not sure if Assassins stories are my cup of tea. I loved Christian so much that im seriously torn about continuing with this series, I need more Christian and even some Ben and Coda but the rest of it doesnt interest me. So we shall see what happens.
This book started off slow for me and I had to stop a few times due to loss of interest. It nearly put me in a huge book slump but I kept pushing forward. Im glad I did cause the story picked up and became fast paced with lots of twists and turns. This is my first assassin book and I wasnt sure how I would feel about it but the author was very sweet and offered me an ARC with that being said im still not sure if Assassins stories are my cup of tea. I loved Christian so much that im seriously torn about continuing with this series, I need more Christian and even some Ben and Coda but the rest of it doesnt interest me. So we shall see what happens.
June 21, 2017
" Starr Bishop is just perfect ,in so many ways; beautiful, smart, and pretty funny too! she makes the best out of every situation so what on earth could ever go wrong with her life?
Well about that, in about 2 hours she lost everything she ever had, when an organisation just decided that Starr would make a perfect assassin.
Being on the run, trying to save what was left of her life, she did not expect christian to help her, and she definetly did not expect to fall in love with him. "
there's books that you have to read them carefully and slowly, beacause they aren't just that simple, And then there's this beautiful book, that is so simple and light that you could just finish it one night.
kimbriggs writing is really light and good ! it was as if the book was really close to my heart.
iloved the book, especially the sweet romantic part, it was like no other !, the only draw backi found is that the action scenes wasn't that convenient; but the love and the perfect relationship between Christian and Starr made it all worth it.
i highly recommand this book for all the romance junkies like me.
"In a tight embrace, we fall as if someone hit slow motion and we drop frame by frame without ever hiting the bottom. Nothing exists in the entire universe except for our plunging bodies pressed againstt eachother. When we finally hit the harrd tile floor, he takes most of the impact because i'm cocooned in his arms. Someting tighten just below my belly bottoa; a nervous kind of flip-floppy feeling, and i finally understand what sami and judi always talk about."
xxox
Well about that, in about 2 hours she lost everything she ever had, when an organisation just decided that Starr would make a perfect assassin.
Being on the run, trying to save what was left of her life, she did not expect christian to help her, and she definetly did not expect to fall in love with him. "
there's books that you have to read them carefully and slowly, beacause they aren't just that simple, And then there's this beautiful book, that is so simple and light that you could just finish it one night.
kimbriggs writing is really light and good ! it was as if the book was really close to my heart.
iloved the book, especially the sweet romantic part, it was like no other !, the only draw backi found is that the action scenes wasn't that convenient; but the love and the perfect relationship between Christian and Starr made it all worth it.
i highly recommand this book for all the romance junkies like me.
"In a tight embrace, we fall as if someone hit slow motion and we drop frame by frame without ever hiting the bottom. Nothing exists in the entire universe except for our plunging bodies pressed againstt eachother. When we finally hit the harrd tile floor, he takes most of the impact because i'm cocooned in his arms. Someting tighten just below my belly bottoa; a nervous kind of flip-floppy feeling, and i finally understand what sami and judi always talk about."
xxox
August 6, 2017
STARR FALL BY: KIM BRIGGS
Starr Fall was an exciting read! I liked the idea of this type of shadowy government unit recruiting the best and the brightest in this really suspect way, even against their will. I really want to know more about them and the kids that they are warping to their surely nefarious ends. We got to see the lengths they are willing to go to for what they want, but it is still kind of a mystery as to what is really driving them to these lengths and why they are so desperate to get their hands on Starr Bishop.
I quite liked Starr, she was very bright and resourceful, and she has a kind heart. I loved the systematic, logical way she broke things down each time she was faced with these seemingly impossible situations. A lot of this book was Starr just trying to survive and stay off the radar, but I have a feeling that we will see a lot more of her striking back at this corrupt organization in future books, because there's no doubt that Starr is a fighter, she just needed a just cause.
I'm a little unsure of my feelings on Christian. On one hand he is definitely a noble kind of guy so far, it seems to be like he had a penchant for sticking up for the underdogs, or rather people in need. The relationship between him and Starr seemed a little rushed to me, and to be honest I would have preferred to have a little more of the mystery/suspense and a little less of the romance. But this was a faster paced story in general so I suppose that makes sense to have things advance more quickly. I just have this weird vibe from Christian though like he's somehow mixed up in this situation more so than just trying to help Starr. I have this feeling that he has a secret or two and they may impact things between Starr and him later.
I'm curious to see what else happens in the next book! I have a few burning questions that I would love to have answered.
I received a copy of this book from the author in exchange for an honest review.
Starr Fall was an exciting read! I liked the idea of this type of shadowy government unit recruiting the best and the brightest in this really suspect way, even against their will. I really want to know more about them and the kids that they are warping to their surely nefarious ends. We got to see the lengths they are willing to go to for what they want, but it is still kind of a mystery as to what is really driving them to these lengths and why they are so desperate to get their hands on Starr Bishop.
I quite liked Starr, she was very bright and resourceful, and she has a kind heart. I loved the systematic, logical way she broke things down each time she was faced with these seemingly impossible situations. A lot of this book was Starr just trying to survive and stay off the radar, but I have a feeling that we will see a lot more of her striking back at this corrupt organization in future books, because there's no doubt that Starr is a fighter, she just needed a just cause.
I'm a little unsure of my feelings on Christian. On one hand he is definitely a noble kind of guy so far, it seems to be like he had a penchant for sticking up for the underdogs, or rather people in need. The relationship between him and Starr seemed a little rushed to me, and to be honest I would have preferred to have a little more of the mystery/suspense and a little less of the romance. But this was a faster paced story in general so I suppose that makes sense to have things advance more quickly. I just have this weird vibe from Christian though like he's somehow mixed up in this situation more so than just trying to help Starr. I have this feeling that he has a secret or two and they may impact things between Starr and him later.
I'm curious to see what else happens in the next book! I have a few burning questions that I would love to have answered.
I received a copy of this book from the author in exchange for an honest review.
November 10, 2017
I also got this book a few months back and in some way, it has slipped my mind and never gotten to read it until this month. I am sluggishly catching up on my mounting TBR, like a turtle's pace but I'm getting there.
I did not read the blurb for this story. The author is familiar but I have never read any of her works. When I found on Instagram that she is giving away copies for this book, I hastily downloaded the free copy from Amazon. I was scared they will run out before I got my hands on one. The unfortunate thing is, I did not read it right away, nevertheless, here it is. So, back to the blurb. I thought that this story had a paranormal hint to it, like mermaids probably, because of the cover that was taken underwater. Hahaha. Shame on me. My impression was wrong and way too far. The best thing was that I understood the reason for the cover now and the relevance of the title.
Notice the spelling of Starr. Two r's. It's not a typo. That's the name of the main character and she is a good swimmer. The story is the first installment of a series. When you reach the end of this book, it is obvious that a lot is still bound to happen. More revelations and more problems to overcome for our young heroine. The ending was a bit of a cliffhanger. I am saying a bit because it was not unexpected and it was not so abrupt also that will leave you screaming and hanging. It was just teasing enough to make sure you will follow and read the next book.
This started out fun and giddy until Starr took a test for a summer fellowship and then her life turned to shambles. And that's where the story got so interesting. I really paid a lot of attention from this part onward. It's not that I was not paying attention to the story, I was just getting more involved when I reached this part. If on the earlier part I was just calm and collected, on this portion I was on full alert and ready for anything to happen. And true to its promise, the author delivered.
This is far from the other sweet and cute YA romance stories I have read. This story is filled with suspense and anticipation. I am looking forward to the next revelations and discoveries Starr will uncover. I also feel that Christian is not all that he seems. I think he still has secrets that Starr has yet to know. Ah, this is an absolutely endearing and enticing start to a series. I am looking forward to the next installments.
I give this book 5/5 swimming goggles. Just like what Dory says, keep swimming. Keep swimming and keep fighting Starr. I am rooting for you. I know you will eventually unearth and uncover the people behind the organization after you. You are smart and young. I think they will underestimate you because of your youth and that will prove to be an advantage on your part. See you on the next story Starr.
Thank you, Kim Briggs for the copy.
Is there any time more special than childhood? No worries, no pain. Then out of nowhere something happens, and bam! You life changes forever. The end of innocence.- Kim Briggs, Starr Fall -
I did not read the blurb for this story. The author is familiar but I have never read any of her works. When I found on Instagram that she is giving away copies for this book, I hastily downloaded the free copy from Amazon. I was scared they will run out before I got my hands on one. The unfortunate thing is, I did not read it right away, nevertheless, here it is. So, back to the blurb. I thought that this story had a paranormal hint to it, like mermaids probably, because of the cover that was taken underwater. Hahaha. Shame on me. My impression was wrong and way too far. The best thing was that I understood the reason for the cover now and the relevance of the title.
Notice the spelling of Starr. Two r's. It's not a typo. That's the name of the main character and she is a good swimmer. The story is the first installment of a series. When you reach the end of this book, it is obvious that a lot is still bound to happen. More revelations and more problems to overcome for our young heroine. The ending was a bit of a cliffhanger. I am saying a bit because it was not unexpected and it was not so abrupt also that will leave you screaming and hanging. It was just teasing enough to make sure you will follow and read the next book.
This started out fun and giddy until Starr took a test for a summer fellowship and then her life turned to shambles. And that's where the story got so interesting. I really paid a lot of attention from this part onward. It's not that I was not paying attention to the story, I was just getting more involved when I reached this part. If on the earlier part I was just calm and collected, on this portion I was on full alert and ready for anything to happen. And true to its promise, the author delivered.
This is far from the other sweet and cute YA romance stories I have read. This story is filled with suspense and anticipation. I am looking forward to the next revelations and discoveries Starr will uncover. I also feel that Christian is not all that he seems. I think he still has secrets that Starr has yet to know. Ah, this is an absolutely endearing and enticing start to a series. I am looking forward to the next installments.
I give this book 5/5 swimming goggles. Just like what Dory says, keep swimming. Keep swimming and keep fighting Starr. I am rooting for you. I know you will eventually unearth and uncover the people behind the organization after you. You are smart and young. I think they will underestimate you because of your youth and that will prove to be an advantage on your part. See you on the next story Starr.
Thank you, Kim Briggs for the copy.
Is there any time more special than childhood? No worries, no pain. Then out of nowhere something happens, and bam! You life changes forever. The end of innocence.- Kim Briggs, Starr Fall -
January 2, 2017
This review may contain spoilers.
The start to Starr Fall is incredibly charming. Right when I started reading, I felt like I was transported into the book itself. That I could just turn and talk to one of the characters.
While Starr Fall was a pretty good book, I had a few problems with it.
The story itself moves incredibly quickly. Although, I feel as though that’s why we don’t discover the reasonings behind the huge question: “Why did this happen to Starr?” If you can get over that hurdle, I would think that if you were to read the second book, maybe we’d actually learn all about the big ol’ Why. I’ll admit: I was a little upset that we don’t learn much about the story itself.
What we get instead is a ton of romance. The romance made me feel as though I was in la-la land. Don’t get me wrong — I loved the romance aspect in this novel, I just wish there was more to the story. And yes, I realize that there’s a chance that we learn more about Starr’s story and more about the Organization and what they want with Starr in the first place.. I’m just saying that a lot of potential story time was spent on the romance between Starr and Christian.
On one short note, I hate, hate, how possessive Christian was getting by the end of the book. The way he acted towards Starr started off okay…as long as they’re living in their little Fantasy dream world. However, when Starr starts talking about reality, Christian turns into a totally different person. He becomes bossy, possessive, and downright demanding, and come to think of it, secretive.
I have high hopes for the next book, Starr Lost. It’s my hope that Starr slaps a sense of reality into Christian and Starr gets the -proverbial- ball rolling. I don’t want to see them dilly-dallying like they had for a good majority of this book. Starr was chosen for a reason, and I want to see what that reason is. I think we all need to see what Starr is made of. Truly made of, not ‘she just did it because she was angry,’ I would love to see Starr give the Organization a good piece of their mind.
Overall Starr Fall is a book that I wouldn’t miss out on. This book has proven to be interesting even though this first book is the set up for the rest of the trilogy. I hope that in the next book(s) we learn more about the connection Christian and Starr have together. That, and a few other things that I won’t spoil, aha!
I ended up giving Starr Fall 3.5 of 5 stars.
Thank you, again, to Kim Briggs for allowing me to read Starr Fall.
The start to Starr Fall is incredibly charming. Right when I started reading, I felt like I was transported into the book itself. That I could just turn and talk to one of the characters.
While Starr Fall was a pretty good book, I had a few problems with it.
The story itself moves incredibly quickly. Although, I feel as though that’s why we don’t discover the reasonings behind the huge question: “Why did this happen to Starr?” If you can get over that hurdle, I would think that if you were to read the second book, maybe we’d actually learn all about the big ol’ Why. I’ll admit: I was a little upset that we don’t learn much about the story itself.
What we get instead is a ton of romance. The romance made me feel as though I was in la-la land. Don’t get me wrong — I loved the romance aspect in this novel, I just wish there was more to the story. And yes, I realize that there’s a chance that we learn more about Starr’s story and more about the Organization and what they want with Starr in the first place.. I’m just saying that a lot of potential story time was spent on the romance between Starr and Christian.
On one short note, I hate, hate, how possessive Christian was getting by the end of the book. The way he acted towards Starr started off okay…as long as they’re living in their little Fantasy dream world. However, when Starr starts talking about reality, Christian turns into a totally different person. He becomes bossy, possessive, and downright demanding, and come to think of it, secretive.
I have high hopes for the next book, Starr Lost. It’s my hope that Starr slaps a sense of reality into Christian and Starr gets the -proverbial- ball rolling. I don’t want to see them dilly-dallying like they had for a good majority of this book. Starr was chosen for a reason, and I want to see what that reason is. I think we all need to see what Starr is made of. Truly made of, not ‘she just did it because she was angry,’ I would love to see Starr give the Organization a good piece of their mind.
Overall Starr Fall is a book that I wouldn’t miss out on. This book has proven to be interesting even though this first book is the set up for the rest of the trilogy. I hope that in the next book(s) we learn more about the connection Christian and Starr have together. That, and a few other things that I won’t spoil, aha!
I ended up giving Starr Fall 3.5 of 5 stars.
Thank you, again, to Kim Briggs for allowing me to read Starr Fall.
June 20, 2017
Starr Fall's cover got me intrested in the story, causing me to of course have a read. Now I'm not a fan of e-books which I have said before but Starr Fall was read through an E-book so I can't say to much about the publishing sorry.
Starr Fall is a very forward paced book, and is a star crossed love story with a pretty good story line. Im not a fan of romances but the action involved was what really caught me.
I would recommend this story to anyone who loves action roamamces.
Scores:
Romance: 4/5
Violence: 2/5
Mystery: 3/5
Magic: 0/5
Writing: 3.8/5
Emotions:3/5
Storyline: 4/5
Ending:
Publishing:4/5
Book Cover:4/5
Over All Score: 3.8/5
Age Reccomendation 13+
Writing:
I felt Kim Brigg's writing was very simple which made for an awesome easy read. (Which I enjoy). I felt the story line was good however the book did start out a little boring, which most first books do as the author is trying to create the atmosphere. This quickly changed when we got more into the story and the paced picked up and the plot thickened.
As I don't normally read love stories as such I felt some moments were a tiny bit cringy and chessey in a cute way. I soon got used to the romance side of it and settled into these moments.
Kim Briggs did a good job at describing the charater apperance and the surroundings. I did struggle to feel the emotions of the charaters at some stages and at other times I could.
Characters:
Again there was good character physical and personality description which was so good. Most books can't grasp that.
The charcter of Christian maybe could have been more introduced at the start, like the more conflict between him and Starr. I did enjoy hs charcter but I wasn't to sure whether I could trust him so I stayed very weary of him through out the book.
Kim Brigg's was able to make Starr's thoughts like almost every teenage girl which made it easy for me to relate to her.
Publishing:
I'm not a fan of E-books which I have said but the font used was easy for me to follow and didn't hurt my eyes!
The cover was what drawed me to book so I guess you could say the cover did its job very well!
The first few chapters were really short but lengthend as the book went along so that was good.
All in all I found this book to be alright. I don't normally read teenage romance type books but I did enjoy it.
Great job on your first book Kim Briggs! Im excited for the second and third book!
Happy Reading
The Book Rater.
Starr Fall is a very forward paced book, and is a star crossed love story with a pretty good story line. Im not a fan of romances but the action involved was what really caught me.
I would recommend this story to anyone who loves action roamamces.
Scores:
Romance: 4/5
Violence: 2/5
Mystery: 3/5
Magic: 0/5
Writing: 3.8/5
Emotions:3/5
Storyline: 4/5
Ending:
Publishing:4/5
Book Cover:4/5
Over All Score: 3.8/5
Age Reccomendation 13+
Writing:
I felt Kim Brigg's writing was very simple which made for an awesome easy read. (Which I enjoy). I felt the story line was good however the book did start out a little boring, which most first books do as the author is trying to create the atmosphere. This quickly changed when we got more into the story and the paced picked up and the plot thickened.
As I don't normally read love stories as such I felt some moments were a tiny bit cringy and chessey in a cute way. I soon got used to the romance side of it and settled into these moments.
Kim Briggs did a good job at describing the charater apperance and the surroundings. I did struggle to feel the emotions of the charaters at some stages and at other times I could.
Characters:
Again there was good character physical and personality description which was so good. Most books can't grasp that.
The charcter of Christian maybe could have been more introduced at the start, like the more conflict between him and Starr. I did enjoy hs charcter but I wasn't to sure whether I could trust him so I stayed very weary of him through out the book.
Kim Brigg's was able to make Starr's thoughts like almost every teenage girl which made it easy for me to relate to her.
Publishing:
I'm not a fan of E-books which I have said but the font used was easy for me to follow and didn't hurt my eyes!
The cover was what drawed me to book so I guess you could say the cover did its job very well!
The first few chapters were really short but lengthend as the book went along so that was good.
All in all I found this book to be alright. I don't normally read teenage romance type books but I did enjoy it.
Great job on your first book Kim Briggs! Im excited for the second and third book!
Happy Reading
The Book Rater.
March 21, 2017
Full Review at: What's Beyond Forks?
I loved the premise of this book, and it started off with a lot going on. I'm curious to know more about the Organization though. Who the heck are these people? Why do they want Starr as an assassin? What do they do? I need answers to these things! ;-)
Christian and Starr had a lot of Edward and Bella moments in the beginning of the book. Their conversations were very similar. Also, why did Christian go from hot mystery dude to love sick puppy so quickly? There was a lot of romance, which .. don't get me wrong.. I love the romance, but I wanted to know more about what was actually going on too. I liked so many things about this book, but all these unknowns....
Starr Fall by Kim Briggs was kindly provided to me by the author for review. The opinions are my own.
I loved the premise of this book, and it started off with a lot going on. I'm curious to know more about the Organization though. Who the heck are these people? Why do they want Starr as an assassin? What do they do? I need answers to these things! ;-)
Christian and Starr had a lot of Edward and Bella moments in the beginning of the book. Their conversations were very similar. Also, why did Christian go from hot mystery dude to love sick puppy so quickly? There was a lot of romance, which .. don't get me wrong.. I love the romance, but I wanted to know more about what was actually going on too. I liked so many things about this book, but all these unknowns....
Starr Fall by Kim Briggs was kindly provided to me by the author for review. The opinions are my own.
November 14, 2016
A fast-paced exciting thriller. The story centers around Starr whose life gets turned upside down when a mysterious organization targets her. On the run she receives help from the last person she would've ever suspected.
This ya book is full of suspense, mystery, and romance. I loved how fast-paced the book was it was easy to get lost in and not even realize it.
Starr was a typical teenager that was strong willed and feisty. Christian was a sexy beast who I want more of lol Their chemistry was obvious I just wish it was less mushy instant love and more developed.
I actually look forward to the next book. There's lots of questions that need answered and I can't wait to discover more.
I voluntarily reviewed a copy from the author.
This ya book is full of suspense, mystery, and romance. I loved how fast-paced the book was it was easy to get lost in and not even realize it.
Starr was a typical teenager that was strong willed and feisty. Christian was a sexy beast who I want more of lol Their chemistry was obvious I just wish it was less mushy instant love and more developed.
I actually look forward to the next book. There's lots of questions that need answered and I can't wait to discover more.
I voluntarily reviewed a copy from the author.
May 22, 2017
This is well written. I usually dislike books written in present tense, but this one didn't bother me. I enjoyed the two main characters in this book, Starr and Christian. I liked the way that the author illustrated Starr's thinking process. I didn't understand going into this book that it isn't so much the first book in a series but part 1 of a book in two parts. And so, as you would expect, issues are left unresolved in this first book and you need to read both to get the sense of a complete story.
August 11, 2017
A Magical World Of Words
(Thank you to the author for sending me this book in exchange for an honest review).
2.5 stars.
I really really really wanted to like this book! I love thrillers with a dash of romance, and the cover is so stunning.
Unfortunately, though, it just didn't work for me.
But it's definitely exciting and fun. The writing flows well, it's fast-paced and easy to read, and I really liked Briggs' writing style. I flew through the book in about two days.
I didn't like the dialogue. Christian and Starr's conversations, particularly, are unnatural and uninspired. I just ended up cringing whenever they spoke to each other; their voices don't sound unique or realistic, and their exchanges are frequently out of character.
The plot is disappointing. It is fun, but there's too much romance and very little thriller. There are also a ton of questions about the Organisation, Starr's family and her friends, that are left unanswered. Everything is glossed over and shoved to the background to make room for Starr and Christian's "banter" and flirting. And when you don't ship them, it's just painful to read.
In addition, the ending is completely underwhelming. There's basically no climax, and I was extremely disappointed having been expecting some sort of proper confrontation and fight.
I loved the female characters. Di is an awesome friend for Starr, and their interactions are fantastic. Jody and Sami are also vivid, brilliant characters, but their page time is unfortunately very minimal.
I really liked Starr. She's ambitious, driven, no nonsense and clever. She's a straight-A student, more cheerleader than the girl next door, but I liked that for a change; most of the books I've been reading recently have been focused on the underdog, and so it was nice and refreshing to appreciate Starr's personality. (Besides, there's nothing wrong with being the popular girl). I just wish she'd maintained her awesomeness when Christian came into her life...
I didn't like Christian at all. He's basically Edward Cullen meets Christian Grey meets childish adolescent. And that brings me to the romance:
I hated the romance. As soon as Christian steps into the picture, it's like the thriller aspect is pushed to the side so he and Starr can cuddle and flirt. Not to mention Christian is patronizing towards Starr, overly protective, extremely domineering, constantly saving her, and even going as far as to threaten her and kiss her to stop her talking. It has all the ingredients for an abusive relationship and it makes me sick and angry. It's unacceptable, repulsive, and an absolute insult to Starr's character - or her character's potential.
That isn't real love. It's a form of abuse.
Here are some passages that highlight the exact state of their relationship:
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“Christian, I promise not to anywhere.” He shakes his head. “If I promise to be a good girl and stay right here, will you take a shower?” “If you promise to be a good girl, and you promise never to sneak off on me again, ever.” His eyes darken – daring me to disobey him.
{Starr starts talking} His red-hot finger is back on my lips......"Starr, enough!” he warns. “We are going to the cabin. We are going to have fun. We will decide what plan of action to take later. Understood?” I nod my head, unable to say a word. He removes his finger, and I’m able to talk again. “But I - " His finger is back on my lips before I can finish. “Starr, we will discuss our plans later! There are plenty of ways I can keep you quiet, you know.” I open my eyes wide at his words, both a threat and a promise.
“Listen Christian, you are not going. You just got out of hospital. I’ll be safe with Ben.” His body tenses, his fists tighten, and his face turns a bright red. “You are not going unless I am with you! End of discussion!” His demeanor relaxes almost instantly. “Besides, if it’s as safe a place as you say, we’ll be fine. Won’t we?” He smiles.
{Starr’s talking about her friend, Frank.} “Well, Frank is not joining our operation!” he {Christian} thunders at me {Starr}. “Says who?” I roar back. “Says me,” he snarls and storms up the trail.
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Starr Fall is fun, exciting, and well written, with fantastic female characters. But the romance isn't romance at all, and I didn't like how the thriller aspect was shoved to the side to make way for Starr's love life.
I also hope that the second book answers at least some of the many questions that are left unanswered in this book.
September 9, 2017
SPOILER FREE
I just want to say a thank you to the author Kim Briggs for sending me an eBook copy of your novel. It was great!
Read below for my review and thoughts!
Starr Bishop was perfect. She was smart and intelligent, athletic and pretty. She thought she had everything figured out until one day, she is picked by a random Organization to be the perfect assassin.
The novel starts off with Starr and her friends Sami and Jody going in to take a leadership test. Starr did not think that it would be the moment that changed her life forever. When Starr escapes from the block and begins her life on the run, she did not expect that the perfect, dark and sexy Christian would be there to save her. More importantly she did not expect them to fall in love with each other.
This book was great! It was a really light and easy contemporary read, which was great because I read too much fantasy! 🙂 I loved how a perfect girl with a perfect life was instantly transformed and changed forever. The romance between Starr and Christian was great as well as how their relationship was developed, whilst still balancing action and intense parts to keep the reader interested. If you enjoy a short romance and action-packed book, this will be great for you!
I loved how Kim Briggs made the writing of the novel flow in a really nice and simple way. It was an easy and light read which is perfect if you want to read a book over the weekend or throughout a school week.
Overall, I rate this book 3/5 stars. (Starr’s lol) I am super excited to see where Starr’s journey continues and what else happens between the organization, Starr and Christian.
Thank you again to the lovely author for sending me this!
I just want to say a thank you to the author Kim Briggs for sending me an eBook copy of your novel. It was great!
Read below for my review and thoughts!
Starr Bishop was perfect. She was smart and intelligent, athletic and pretty. She thought she had everything figured out until one day, she is picked by a random Organization to be the perfect assassin.
The novel starts off with Starr and her friends Sami and Jody going in to take a leadership test. Starr did not think that it would be the moment that changed her life forever. When Starr escapes from the block and begins her life on the run, she did not expect that the perfect, dark and sexy Christian would be there to save her. More importantly she did not expect them to fall in love with each other.
This book was great! It was a really light and easy contemporary read, which was great because I read too much fantasy! 🙂 I loved how a perfect girl with a perfect life was instantly transformed and changed forever. The romance between Starr and Christian was great as well as how their relationship was developed, whilst still balancing action and intense parts to keep the reader interested. If you enjoy a short romance and action-packed book, this will be great for you!
I loved how Kim Briggs made the writing of the novel flow in a really nice and simple way. It was an easy and light read which is perfect if you want to read a book over the weekend or throughout a school week.
Overall, I rate this book 3/5 stars. (Starr’s lol) I am super excited to see where Starr’s journey continues and what else happens between the organization, Starr and Christian.
Thank you again to the lovely author for sending me this!
October 4, 2017
3 stars
First off I won a Kindle copy of this book through an instagram giveaway but this is my completely honest opinion.
this is the first book in a series of books, it has its good points, its easy to read and the characters are likable for the most part
the book is built on one mystery after another. Starr is a teenage girl who thinks she is just going to take a test for a summer internship with her best friends when the truth is she is wanted by a secret organization and they do not take no for an answer.
they are not the only people who want to kidnap Starr though and she is on the run for her life with Christian a kid from school who she never really knew until he saved her over and over again.
Its a short book, but the first half is very confusing and I found myself having to reread pages trying to figure out who certain characters were. or how certain situations were discussed in the past. as there isn't much back story so from page one I felt like I'd been dropped into a book that should have had a few pages before that. there are a few contradictions but I believe those may be discussed in the next book.
the book gave me a bit of the vibe of Alias. If you have ever watched that show you may enjoy this book. the second half of the book saved it for me. we get to know the characters better even though towards the end I wasn't sure who or what to trust. it isn't really mu taste in books but it wasn't a horrible book either. would I read the other books in the series? maybe
All and all its an okay book, but one that takes some getting used to and its hard to read it as a stand alone. So if you get this book I would suggest getting all of them so you can just read through and not feel like you are left on a cliff hanger
First off I won a Kindle copy of this book through an instagram giveaway but this is my completely honest opinion.
this is the first book in a series of books, it has its good points, its easy to read and the characters are likable for the most part
the book is built on one mystery after another. Starr is a teenage girl who thinks she is just going to take a test for a summer internship with her best friends when the truth is she is wanted by a secret organization and they do not take no for an answer.
they are not the only people who want to kidnap Starr though and she is on the run for her life with Christian a kid from school who she never really knew until he saved her over and over again.
Its a short book, but the first half is very confusing and I found myself having to reread pages trying to figure out who certain characters were. or how certain situations were discussed in the past. as there isn't much back story so from page one I felt like I'd been dropped into a book that should have had a few pages before that. there are a few contradictions but I believe those may be discussed in the next book.
the book gave me a bit of the vibe of Alias. If you have ever watched that show you may enjoy this book. the second half of the book saved it for me. we get to know the characters better even though towards the end I wasn't sure who or what to trust. it isn't really mu taste in books but it wasn't a horrible book either. would I read the other books in the series? maybe
All and all its an okay book, but one that takes some getting used to and its hard to read it as a stand alone. So if you get this book I would suggest getting all of them so you can just read through and not feel like you are left on a cliff hanger
May 24, 2017
No, the date started and date finished are not wrong! I absolutely devoured this book in a couple of hours, it was that good.
Starr is just another high school girl, with another to-do list to get into college. She has everything detail of her life planned down to the minute. Then BAM! a simple test to get into a Leadership program takes all that planning and throws it down the gutter. When she escapes and the Goth boy at school - Christian - who she thinks hates her ends up actually saving her, cue all the swoon worthy feels!
Fast-paced, intriguing, yet oh so sweet, this book definitely has me begging for more!
Starr is just another high school girl, with another to-do list to get into college. She has everything detail of her life planned down to the minute. Then BAM! a simple test to get into a Leadership program takes all that planning and throws it down the gutter. When she escapes and the Goth boy at school - Christian - who she thinks hates her ends up actually saving her, cue all the swoon worthy feels!
Fast-paced, intriguing, yet oh so sweet, this book definitely has me begging for more!
March 17, 2017
Preparing to take an entrance test for the Leadership Academy, high school junior, Starr Bishop, has no idea how much her life will change in a matter of hours. Starr is a typical high school student, highly successful, heavily involved, and popular. Everyone loves her and she is athletic (a star swimmer), beautiful, and smart - the whole package. It turns out that The Organization wants her to be their lead assassin and lead the other recruits. After completing the test, Starr is held against her will and told that she will be trained as an elite assassin. Her two best friends have been killed by the Organization, their deaths staged to look like a car accident. Thanks to her excellent swimming skills and brave determination, Starr is able to escape from the Organization. Now she is on the run from them, with virtually no information about why they chose her and what exactly they want her to do. What she does know is that they are extremely dangerous and will stop at nothing to find her. As she tries to figure out how best to hide, an unlikely guardian angel turns up to help - Christian Evergood. Christian may put up a front at school as a Goth loner, but he turns out to be a regular teenage boy who can't resist Starr's charm. Part Cherokee and very knowledgeable about nature, Christian is also sexy and mysterious. He has a place to hide and a plan, so he decides to protect Starr with his life, no matter the cost. What has he got to lose? Starr is a strong female character who doesn't need anyone to save her; but when help shows up out of the blue in the form of Christian, she decides to go with the flow. And readers will be so glad she did.
The story is written in completely in Starr's point of view. The sequel, Starr Lost, which was released in January 2017, actually switches back and forth between Starr's and Christian's point of view. I certainly would like to see what is going on in Christian's mind! Briggs has done an excellent job of developing interesting, unique characters in both Starr and Christian. There is quite a bit of mystery to the story, as well. Starr, who readers later find out is actually named Jessica, has secrets regarding her grandparents, who try to kidnap her in their mansion after not having seen her for many years. There is quite a bit more romance to this story than in most suspense novels. However, I say that as a good thing! The romantic scenes are more implied than explicit, which I appreciate. A few of the scenes are very tense, such as when the Organization first kidnaps her and when she is locked inside the mansion by her grandparents, to name a few. The ending is abrupt and clearly leads into the next part of the series. Like myself, readers will be excited to continue Starr and Christian's love story, as well as figure out more about the Organization and how Starr will avenge her friends' deaths.
This is a well-written series starter which teens and adults alike will enjoy. As I mentioned, the romance is not explicit and the language is pretty tame, so the book is appropriate for even younger teens and tweens.
The story is written in completely in Starr's point of view. The sequel, Starr Lost, which was released in January 2017, actually switches back and forth between Starr's and Christian's point of view. I certainly would like to see what is going on in Christian's mind! Briggs has done an excellent job of developing interesting, unique characters in both Starr and Christian. There is quite a bit of mystery to the story, as well. Starr, who readers later find out is actually named Jessica, has secrets regarding her grandparents, who try to kidnap her in their mansion after not having seen her for many years. There is quite a bit more romance to this story than in most suspense novels. However, I say that as a good thing! The romantic scenes are more implied than explicit, which I appreciate. A few of the scenes are very tense, such as when the Organization first kidnaps her and when she is locked inside the mansion by her grandparents, to name a few. The ending is abrupt and clearly leads into the next part of the series. Like myself, readers will be excited to continue Starr and Christian's love story, as well as figure out more about the Organization and how Starr will avenge her friends' deaths.
This is a well-written series starter which teens and adults alike will enjoy. As I mentioned, the romance is not explicit and the language is pretty tame, so the book is appropriate for even younger teens and tweens.
March 19, 2017
This is a great start for an amazing series. Though I cannot go all the way to 5 stars, I did enjoy it and I believe it will become a great success. The blurb says more than enough, so I will not spend more lines about the plot. But yes, Starr Bishop finds herself in a more than strange situation. Going to take an exam, only to find out it was actually to become a member of a mysterious Organization.
There are so many turns in this story and also in the behavior of the characters that one cannot get bored. Starr’s life will never be the same, always on the run, always worrying about the people she cares for. She’s lucky to have Christian by her side – an unexpected support, judging by the first pages. Still, he has his own secrets I believe – or at least this is the impression I was left with at the end of part one.
The action focuses more on Starr’s escape from the Organization and her getting close to Christian. I would have wanted to find out more about this mysterious group and why they were so interested in her to begin with. She does show courage, strength and determination. But from here to become an assassin or spy… there’s plenty of road to walk on. There is also one coincidence later the book (can’t say due to spoiler material) with which I am not quite confortable, mostly because it did not feel as real as the rest of the scenes.
To conclude, I did find this first book very enjoyable, even though it left me with a lot of unanswered questions. But hey, why would we need a second book if it were not for these mysteries? So just an advice, read the first one, and then dive in to the next Enjoy!
There are so many turns in this story and also in the behavior of the characters that one cannot get bored. Starr’s life will never be the same, always on the run, always worrying about the people she cares for. She’s lucky to have Christian by her side – an unexpected support, judging by the first pages. Still, he has his own secrets I believe – or at least this is the impression I was left with at the end of part one.
The action focuses more on Starr’s escape from the Organization and her getting close to Christian. I would have wanted to find out more about this mysterious group and why they were so interested in her to begin with. She does show courage, strength and determination. But from here to become an assassin or spy… there’s plenty of road to walk on. There is also one coincidence later the book (can’t say due to spoiler material) with which I am not quite confortable, mostly because it did not feel as real as the rest of the scenes.
To conclude, I did find this first book very enjoyable, even though it left me with a lot of unanswered questions. But hey, why would we need a second book if it were not for these mysteries? So just an advice, read the first one, and then dive in to the next Enjoy!
October 4, 2016
When Starr Fall started with an ordinary high school scene and continued with teenage girls debating how to best present themselves at an exam, I didn't expect the story to dive straight into action less than thirty pages on. But what did I expect with Starr being the driven girl that she was? Apparently a shady Organization decided she was the perfect candidate for an assassin and they didn't take no for an answer. Her daring escape from the island had me rooting for Starr.
I loved how Christian Evergood came to her rescue and how that showed him in a completely different light. He wasn't the misanthrope Goth that we first met when Starr crashed into him in the cafeteria and he didn't even ask if she was ok.
As the Organization’s chase after Starr slows down, she and Christian have the time to get to know one another and the isolated cabin of Christian’s Grandparents’ is the perfect setting—romantic, magical and mysterious—just like Starr and Christian’s relationship.
With each answer I got, a new question opened up and the plot became more suspenseful with every page until the book ended and I was left with an urgent need to know more about the conspiracy, Starr’s grandparents, the General, what Christian had to do with it all and more. Can’t wait for the next book in the series.
I loved how Christian Evergood came to her rescue and how that showed him in a completely different light. He wasn't the misanthrope Goth that we first met when Starr crashed into him in the cafeteria and he didn't even ask if she was ok.
As the Organization’s chase after Starr slows down, she and Christian have the time to get to know one another and the isolated cabin of Christian’s Grandparents’ is the perfect setting—romantic, magical and mysterious—just like Starr and Christian’s relationship.
With each answer I got, a new question opened up and the plot became more suspenseful with every page until the book ended and I was left with an urgent need to know more about the conspiracy, Starr’s grandparents, the General, what Christian had to do with it all and more. Can’t wait for the next book in the series.
October 13, 2016
Abandon whatever you are doing and read this book! Imagine being an exemplary student there ever was. You have your life planned out to the minute. You take a placement test for what you assume is a summer internship, only to find out it’s a secret organization and they want you to be an assassin. If you can imagine this, you’ve just met Starr! Starr shows you how much your life can change if just let go a bit! She would make a kick ass assassin… if only she wanted to be one! To help her escape from this is Christian. I need more Christian in my life! Tall, dark, handsome and mysterious! While he seems like he’s uptight in the beginning, when he comes to the rescue of Starr you really get to see him. He’s sweet, sensitive, understanding, and above all an absolute gentleman.
This book is targeted for a much younger audience than me (my age is not important… hahaha), but I truly enjoyed it. It’s such a quick paced book. you could easily read five or six chapters without realizing how much time has passed! The ending left me wanting more! I NEED TO KNOW WHAT HAPPENS NEXT! Book 2 of this series needs to come to come out tomorrow!
https://www.yainsider.com/b/starr-fall
This book is targeted for a much younger audience than me (my age is not important… hahaha), but I truly enjoyed it. It’s such a quick paced book. you could easily read five or six chapters without realizing how much time has passed! The ending left me wanting more! I NEED TO KNOW WHAT HAPPENS NEXT! Book 2 of this series needs to come to come out tomorrow!
https://www.yainsider.com/b/starr-fall
December 20, 2016
The tone of the book at first was an action one but it changed a little short of midway into a mainly romance one. It threw me a bit. I liked the idea of the first part but felt the second part lagged. It also had one of my pet peeves - the instalove. Starr and Christian had only been around each other for about 1 week before love hit and even before that electric jolts were felt between the 2 from just running into each other. The "electric jolts" were mentioned throughout the book so much that I thought there was going to be some sort of paranormal reason for it. If the book would have stuck to one of the other main story lines it would have been better for me. The fact they were at the cabin and were just to have fun when so much drama was going on before really broke up the story. If we could have explored why they they thought about Starr they way they do and more about that story line it would have gotten a higher rating. I was given a free copy of this book but it in no way influenced my review.
November 12, 2016
Starr Bishop is an overachieving high school junior when she and her two best friends get selected to take a leadership test. It turns out it's all a set up, and Starr is actually being recruited to be an assassin for a dark and mysterious group called the Organization. Not wanting to kill people, and not trusting the scary leader of the Organization, Starr escapes. While on the run, she ends up with an unexpected ally - the Goth guy from school who seemed to hate her guts, Christian Evergood. Together, as Christian and Starr hole up in a cabin deep in the woods, she learns he is not at all what he seems, and sparks fly. But even in an isolated cabin, they still aren't safe, and soon it's up to Starr to save them both.
Great characters, a fresh voice, and an exciting story - this has all the marks of the beginning of a great new series. Looking forward to reading more of Starr's adventures, and also to reading more from Kim Briggs.
Great characters, a fresh voice, and an exciting story - this has all the marks of the beginning of a great new series. Looking forward to reading more of Starr's adventures, and also to reading more from Kim Briggs.
February 4, 2017
As the opener in what promises to be a thrilling series, Starr Fall hits the ground running and hits the water swimming. I couldn’t turn the pages fast enough as Starr went from a super-achieving but otherwise pretty normal high school junior to a girl on the run from a shady, powerful government (maybe) agency and a deep, dark conspiracy we only see in glimpses. And why has the weird kid from school suddenly become her ultra-hot sidekick, with a connection between them that literally gives off sparks? He’s a lot more than he seems. Every answer raises another question as the reader ricochets between the threat level outside the remote cabin and the heat level inside it. Briggs knows how to crank up both kinds of tension, in the best possible way. Book two can’t come soon enough for this reader.
November 13, 2016
I just finished this book and am hoping the next installment will be out soon to continue the trilogy! Starr Fall was an exciting read about a normal high school girl suddenly being thrust into the arena of being chased. An organization wants her to become their spy and will kidnap her to get their way. Starr doesn't want to become a part of their circle and tries her best to get away. This makes for a fast-paced read, and as the relationship between Starr and Christian evolves, it lends another delight to the story. Kim's descriptive writing was crisp and clear throughout the book, which made it so easy for me to slip into the story, as if I were there experiencing it as Starr. Much fun!
August 6, 2017
I was given a copy of this by the author to review, so thank you Kim.
First of all I will say don't go in to this blind like I did, I was so confused when things took a seriously dramatic turn.
I enjoyed the premise of the book, the begining was interesting and had plenty of twists and turns but by the second half it felt more like a love story.
I enjoyed it but I dont think i'll be continuing the series I got annoyed with too many things about Skye, the way she thought and the fact that *SPOILER* she was going to be recruited to be an assassin but didnt cz it was wrong but then every time she was in trouble she told herself 'the organisation wanted you to be an assassin so think like an assassin'
I just didnt get it.
First of all I will say don't go in to this blind like I did, I was so confused when things took a seriously dramatic turn.
I enjoyed the premise of the book, the begining was interesting and had plenty of twists and turns but by the second half it felt more like a love story.
I enjoyed it but I dont think i'll be continuing the series I got annoyed with too many things about Skye, the way she thought and the fact that *SPOILER* she was going to be recruited to be an assassin but didnt cz it was wrong but then every time she was in trouble she told herself 'the organisation wanted you to be an assassin so think like an assassin'
I just didnt get it.
March 22, 2017
Great start to a new YA series!
I am new to the whole YA genre and I was unexpectedly surprised by this fast-paced novel by Kim Briggs. The very beginning of the story absolutely draws you in. Starr is a strong and determined heroine and the story is packed with action, suspense and my favorite, ROMANCE! All of the characters are likeable and the ending leaves you wanting more. I was very curious about the organization that is after Starr and why they want her so badly. I guess I’ll find out in book two! This was definitely an enjoyable read with a cliff hanger of an ending.
This book was provided in exchange for an honest review.
I am new to the whole YA genre and I was unexpectedly surprised by this fast-paced novel by Kim Briggs. The very beginning of the story absolutely draws you in. Starr is a strong and determined heroine and the story is packed with action, suspense and my favorite, ROMANCE! All of the characters are likeable and the ending leaves you wanting more. I was very curious about the organization that is after Starr and why they want her so badly. I guess I’ll find out in book two! This was definitely an enjoyable read with a cliff hanger of an ending.
This book was provided in exchange for an honest review.
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