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Think Twice
Life hasn't been easy for sixteen-year-old Alice Winburrow. For the past eight years, Alice has been moving from one foster home to another. A difficult past has left her with severe trust issues and PTSD. Believing there was no hope, Alice had given up on her happiness. Until she met Jessica Green. Jessica seemed like the best foster parent yet. Like everyone else, Jessica had secrets of her own. Jessica makes a mistake that turns Alice's world upside down. Angry at herself for trusting Jessica, and afraid for the future- Alice takes life into her own hands. Suddenly, things go horribly wrong. Alice must overcome her fears and fight for her life if she wants to survive. This would be her biggest battle yet.
143 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 27, 2017
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About the author
Jayne McBurney
1 book10 followersJayne McBurney is an eighteen-year-old author, with her first published novel being, "Think Twice". Jayne was raised in Rhode Island, and grew up in Vermont. She has two turtles, a bearded dragon, two bunnies, a cat, and a pit bull. Jayne started writing when she was younger, and has recently been focused on publishing. "Think Twice" is her first successful published novel. Jayne plans on writing and publishing more in the future, with her main focus being on young adult fiction. Jayne loves adventures- including hiking, and visiting abandoned buildings and historical sights. Jayne is a creative person, and is always eager to learn new hobbies. Her current hobbies include: fishing, four-wheeling, guitar, piano, ukulele, painting, and writing (of course!).
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January 29, 2017
I highly recommend this book to any young adults. It is great to teach young adolescents to "think twice". This book has well formed characters that are extremely easy to love. They grow on you instantly and you are rooting for Alice the entire time.
The author kept the book fast paced, nothing is too drawn out. The entire time I was reading it I wasn't once bored, it's a constant page turner even from the beginning it is easy to get into and you are eager for the next chapter. The book is not predictable which was one of my favorite parts about reading it, because I like to be surprised with what happens. Think Twice definitely surprised me a few times!
This book would be great for classrooms and school libraries, every adolescent should read it!
The author kept the book fast paced, nothing is too drawn out. The entire time I was reading it I wasn't once bored, it's a constant page turner even from the beginning it is easy to get into and you are eager for the next chapter. The book is not predictable which was one of my favorite parts about reading it, because I like to be surprised with what happens. Think Twice definitely surprised me a few times!
This book would be great for classrooms and school libraries, every adolescent should read it!
January 30, 2017
i love this book alice is amazing!
March 7, 2017
Think Twice is a very good debut novel from a young author. I applaud Ms. McBurney for writing this contemporary YA story.
It’s a quick, engaging read. I turned the pages as fast as I could read them. It was easy to visualize the action and easy to understand Alice’s situation at the beginning of the book. Readers will quickly sympathize with the main character.
I won’t spoil the plot by divulging details, but I will say the story line flowed well. Jayne McBurney has a talent for telling stories.
I did, however, find Alice’s reactions to be inconsistent at times, and sometimes not plausible. I also think the book could have used a bit of editing before being published. These were slightly distracting as I read. For these reasons, I gave Think Twice 4 stars instead of 5. But please do not let these little negatives stop you from reading and enjoying the book.
I recommend Think Twice to any contemporary YA fan.
It’s a quick, engaging read. I turned the pages as fast as I could read them. It was easy to visualize the action and easy to understand Alice’s situation at the beginning of the book. Readers will quickly sympathize with the main character.
I won’t spoil the plot by divulging details, but I will say the story line flowed well. Jayne McBurney has a talent for telling stories.
I did, however, find Alice’s reactions to be inconsistent at times, and sometimes not plausible. I also think the book could have used a bit of editing before being published. These were slightly distracting as I read. For these reasons, I gave Think Twice 4 stars instead of 5. But please do not let these little negatives stop you from reading and enjoying the book.
I recommend Think Twice to any contemporary YA fan.
February 1, 2017
This is a great book for teenagers to read. It's such a heartfelt, touching, beautiful story. Jayne McBurney did a great job writing this book. It's fast paced, and there never is a dull moment. She told the story so beautifully. There were times when I was wiping away tears. This is a book I could read over and over.
February 1, 2017
This book is seriously amazing. Its well thought out and well written. I dont think i put the book down at all when reading it. The message behind this story is one that every young adult can learn from or relate to. I highly recommend this book to any teenager or young adult.
January 29, 2017
Amazing amazing amazing!!!!! Worth the read!!!!!!! You will not regret reading this book!!!!
January 31, 2017
All of the characters have great personalities you feel like you know them personally I love this book especially sunny
July 28, 2019
Excellent first book. I couldn't put it down.
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