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Burning Britely by Deidre Huesmann – Review by Susan Mowdy

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is my second book I’ve read from this author and I loved it. It really teaches you to be true to yourself as well as those around you. Jeff is pretty much your social hermit. He was bullied so much that he’s kind of folded into himself. Braeden swoops in to save Jeff one day and tries to befriend him. during all the interactions, Jeff starts to fall for the hotshot of the school.

I loved this coming of age story about taking chances and being true to one’s heart. There might be battle wounds but the right person can heal them. Not everyone has the perfect life. Behind closed doors they can being living in their own hell.

This book is definitely a MUST on anyone’s list. The story is beautifully written and it will constantly tug at your heart strings!

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Burning Britely by Deidre Huesmann – Review by Angela Hayes

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

4 Stars

Burning Britely by Deidre Huesmann is a great YA/coming of age story, full of self-discovery, angst, drama, friendship, expectations, emotions, and self-acceptance. I am familiar with Ms. Huesmann’s other work, and really liked the Modern Greek Tale series, and The Alpha’s Pride- but this book is something different – and again it just proves that Ms. Huesmann can work with any genre/subject and create an engrossing story.
The book is a short story and is a very quick and easy read. It has a great pace and a smooth flow. The story and characters were interesting and quite relatable. I loved the strong character development and growth that occurred over the course of the story. For such a short story, the characters were fully realised, and the story had a depth that’s not so easy to achieve in a short amount of space- but Ms. Huesmann certainly succeeded where many have failed.
I am not going to give away spoilers, or rehash the premise of the story- as the blurb does a better job than I ever could. But, I do recommend reading this book, especially to those who love a great YA novel that has all the angst and inner turmoil that come with being a teenager- exploring the characters ‘coming of age’.

Thank you, Ms. Huesmann!

Review by @angelahayes
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Burning Britely by Deidre Huesmann – Review by Jenni Bishop

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Burning Britely by Deidre Huesmann is a quick and easy read that you will read in one  sitting. It is a young adult story about experiencing life in high school and trying to  work out who you are. It is an emotional read as someone who was once happy with  who they were is now trying to deal with feelings that are completely foreign. Deidre  wrote characters that are relateable and you can see everything in your minds eye. This is an enjoyable read that you will interest any young adult.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Burning Britely by Deidre Huesmann – Review by Liz Vrchota

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Burning Britely by Deidre Huesmann was the first time I had read anything from Huesmann and I truly enjoyed the novel. It was a short, yet jam-packed, novel. I would definitely recommend it to those that are looking for a coming of age story to share with their teens or tweens that are questioning their place in the world. It really resounds with that part of all of us as humans that always fight that slight struggle to figure out where we fit amongst the crowd we are floating among at the time. My daughter is currently eleven years old and I would say that she would be able to read and enjoy this in a year or two from now. I would recommend this as one of those conversation starter books, or book club books to read with your tween/teen clubs.

In this story we find out all about Jeff, who turns out to be the social outcast of the high school. He is the awkward one without a clique to fall into. When he is assigned to tutor the star athlete of the school, Braeden, he knows this will lead to nowhere good. Everyone loves Braeden and Braeden loves everyone. What neither expect is for a friendship to blossom between them. Even more shocking Jeff begins to develop romantic feelings for Braeden. In fact, he has fallen in love with Braeden Britely.

The emotions! Holy cow are they ever flowing in this book! I was up and then down, and it was a non-stop ride from beginning to end with this book. I loved how this was relatable at thirty-three just as much as I could see it being relatable to a younger adult. This is the stuff we need to be out there discussing with our children. Talking about and bringing to the forefront, making it normal and ok to be open about. These are feelings that happen to people every day. Thank you Deidre Huesmann for bringing them to life and making them approachable. We need more books like this. I can’t wait to see what else is out there from you and what else you have to come.

Review by @lizaileen
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Burning Britely by Deidre Huesmann – Review by Elizabeth Sanchez

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Burning Britely is a fabulous story by Deidre Huesmann. Its a coming of age story that follows two very different teenagers. It is the first book I have read by Huesmann, but I will be reading more. Her reading style pulls you in right from the beginning. The emotions are high, with drama, second chances, acceptance, love, fear, everything teenagers feel. Highly recommend the story.
Jeff Young is a nerd. He has his eye on valedictorian, even though he is still a junior. He spends his free time studying and getting ahead in homework. He has only one friend, and no intention of branching out. Braeden is the popular senior track star. Everyone lines him, including Jeff, who has been secretly crushing on him. Until a freak incident brings them together and sparks a friendship. Jeff tries to blow off Braeden, unsuccessfully. He is insistent on being friends and pushes until Jeff caves in and agrees to hang out. But can Jeff bury his feelings and separate the crush from the friendship? If not, is he willing to risk social suicide by coming out?

Reviewed by @way2gosmartguy

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Burning Britely by Deidre Huesmann – Review by Sara Oxton

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Burning Britely by Deidre Huesmann a four-star read that will burn your heart. I picked this read up as I had enjoyed the authors work before and like the way they write so I didn’t read the blurb before picking it up, and it was a refreshing way to read as it gave me a totally fresh palate and I loved the story, it was powerful, emotional and compassion. Watching Jeff as he grew into himself, watching him go through high school and face the struggles and watch him study to cope, his friendship with Braeden faces lots of social pressure and this book will be great for any young person to show them what we all face, or anyone who was once young, anyone who faced similar struggles.

Review by @saraoxo

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Burning Britely by Deidre Huesmann – Review by Moriah Venable

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Burning Britely is a standalone novel by Deidre Huesmann. This is my first novel by this author.

A story about self-acceptance, friendship, and family, it follows two boys Jeff and Braeden. Jeff is not good with talking to people nor is he one to join a crowd. He feels the most comfortable studying and has his future all planned out.

“Studying wasn’t exactly a thrilling hobby, but he liked it just fine. It was comfortable, soothing, and predictable. It also helped him toward his goal of graduating senior valedictorian. Sure, he was a junior now, but what was the point if he hadn’t hit the ground running? He knew the stats—even taking the seniors into account, his GPA was fifth highest in the school.”

He’s only a junior but his main goal is to be senior valedictorian.

Braeden is popular, and track star. After an event brings them together, Jeff finds himself drawn to Braeden, a boy who is his opposite. While use to being unknown, Jeff is now hearing whisper everywhere he goes and kept help but feel flustered whenever Braeden’s name is mentioned.

It was a short read and I wish it was longer but it pulled me in from the beginning and all I wanted to do was read.

I really hope at some point, we get to see these characters again. Maybe in college.

For someone looking for a quick, lovable and enjoyable read, I recommend this.

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Burning Britely by Deidre Huesmann – Review by Bobbi Wagner

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

It is a young adult book about being proud of who you are and I enjoyed it. I enjoyed how this story pulled me in right from the beginning and made me feel as if I was right there in the story. I enjoyed the characters are they were lovable and relateable. Jeff was my favorite even though I felt some compassion for him. I enjoyed watching him grow throughout the story and become the person he truly is. An emotional roller coaster with some twists and turns, I highly recommend this book.

Review by @bjwagner
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