We All Fall Down

by Aimee Pinard

Turning eighteen is an event that most teenagers find empowering. It represents a moment in life that tells the world “I’m an adult!” Mothers buzz around relishing in the bittersweetness of their children crossing over that imaginary line into independence while simultaneously smothering them with affection before they are forced to let them go. John Jacobs knew better than to expect such things on that seemingly beautiful May morning. Eighteen started off in a way that he can only think back on as a warning. A precursor of what’s to come. Having a mentally ill mother in the seventies, a gay brother and a father who refused to acknowledge either, made the idea of college that much more confusing. However, a summer away with his best friends Roach and Mickey promised to shed a new and positive light on how one can always change their destiny. The fact that Rose was going was enough to push him out of the door and onto the road to Wimberley,TX. Only John was at a disadvantage, and wishful thinking only works when your life hasn’t been based on a web of lies woven by the two people in the world you should trust most.

271 pages, Paperback

Published February 17, 2018

Reviews

[Brittani]

As a magazine editor, I found several grammatical, punctuation and spelling errors throughout the novel. Some parts of the story didn’t make much sense to me, but for an author’s first novel, I found the plot to be interesting with the big twist being very unexpected. It was unnerving and intriguing at the same time. I’d say it’s a good start for Aimee’s writing career. Huge congratulations to you, Aimee. I can’t imagine the feat that completing your first novel must have been.

[Torie · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this book. I usually take a couple of weeks to read a book due to time constraints but I read this one in 2 days. It is a dark and twisted story about a family who just can't make any of their wrongs, right. The characters are so real that it feels as though I am reading about people I know. The plot twist is gut wrenching and leaves you feeling tense. Aimee Pinard's debut novel is home run!!! Can't wait to read her next one!!