I find books by this author so difficult to review now because I always write the same thing but that’s because every single one of her stories is just so wonderful to read. They are always different, they explore different things and I always feel like I have learnt and take something away with me from her stories once I have finished reading them. I loved the blurb for this book it was so vague that it really felt like I was going into this story blind but as usual what I got from Ms Alexander was a wonderful main character in Abby and getting to read about her life as she navigates coming of age. I loved reading about Abby in previous stories so to now get her own book was really special, I feel like I really know her as a person. This book could be read as a standalone but I would highly recommend the Mountains series from the beginning!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Katie Matthewshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKatie Matthews2020-04-05 06:51:132020-04-05 11:22:08The Explorer (Mountains Series #6) by Phoebe Alexander – Review by Katie Matthews
Abby is a college student struggling to find out who she really is outside of who her mother sees her as, outside of her life as a friend, and outside of everything she’s been told to be by society. This book is the perfect book for any young adult to read in order to discover who they are as a person. It teaches valuable lessons on how to discover the layers of you as an identity: But also who a young person can be as a sexual person in this society in the modern society. I love the way this author writes her stories and brings the audience on a joyful ride.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Faith Jacksonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngFaith Jackson2020-04-04 21:56:222020-04-04 23:10:40The Explorer (Mountains Series #6) by Phoebe Alexander – Review by Faith Jackson
This is book 6 is the Mountain Series. It follows Abby’s story. We have meet Abby in the other Mountain books but this one can be read as a standalone. It does have references to the previous books but its not a lot that means you cant follow the story without reading the previous books.
Abby has finally left home and has started callege live. She is learning to live as an adult and deal with things in an adult way. She falls in love with a woman called Mia.
Even though she knows her mother will accept her gf and her choice to be with a woman, her father isnt going to be as happy or supportive.
This follows Abby’s journey from living two seperate lives, acting as one person with her dad and his family and being her true self around her mother, to finally learning and embracing who she is and managing to get that across to her father.
Its an emotional story with loads of ups and downs but a great insight into what a teenager may have to face for them to truelly be the person they want to be.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kerry Carrhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKerry Carr2020-04-04 13:22:232020-04-04 22:37:00The Explorer (Mountains Series #6)by Phoebe Alexander – Review by Kerry Carr
The Explorer is the 6th book in the Mountains series by Phoebe Alexander. Books 1-3 in the series should be read in order but the remaining books are standalones and can be read in any order. I have previously read a lot of Phoebe Alexander’s book and have enjoyed everyone that I have read but I was a bit worried about this one as I didn’t really relate to Abby’s character when I read books 1-3. I did, however really enjoy this book although it didn’t grip me quite as much as Sarah and James’ story. In this book Abigail (or Abby) has gone off to college. It’s very much a coming of age story. Abby was confused about her sexuality. She was sure that she liked girls, and only girls but throughout this book we see Abby coming to terms with her sexuality and discover who she truly is. I really enjoyed reading Abby’s journey, her growing friendships and relationships. This book has some great secondary characters, particularly Willow and Gavin, who are both fantastic characters that I really enjoyed reading. I also enjoyed reading the relationship between Abby and her newly found father and half-sisters. As much as I hated her father’s actions, it was very well written and engaging to the reader. I really enjoyed this book and would recommend it to others. It’s a great coming of age story.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Karyn Taylorhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKaryn Taylor2020-04-04 08:51:382020-04-04 11:30:09The Explorer (Mountains Series #6) by Phoebe Alexander – Review by Karyn Taylor
The Explorer is the sixth book in the Mountains series by Phoebe Alexander. What a wonderful addition to the series this is. Even though it could be read as a standalone, I really recommend reading (at least) the first three books in the series before starting on this one as they are where we first meet our MC, as well as providing background information and other relevant details which enhance your appreciation of this book. Abigail Lynde (Abby) is Sarah’s daughter (from books #1 – #4) and we now get to follow her and find out so much more bout her. She is just starting out on her Freshman year in college- and has a great understanding of what she wants to do with her life- but is at a loss as to ‘who’ she really is. She feels she has to be so many ‘different’ people to everyone in her life- presenting a different version of herself to them all. It’s exhausting and makes everything so much more complicated. We follow her on her journey of self-discovery- as she finds her true ‘identity’ and through all the highs and lows that come with it, as she navigates through trying to balance it all along with college life. Fantastic!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Angela Hayeshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAngela Hayes2020-04-04 00:27:242020-04-04 09:13:45The Explorer (Mountains Series #6) by Phoebe Alexander – Review by Angela Hayes
The Explorer (Mountains Series #6) by Phoebe Alexander. This is a Series book but can be read by itself. Its a wonderful story. Its the story of Abigail who is headed to college where she hopes to get over the love of her life. Abby is at that confusing stage of life where she doesn’t know if she wants to date guys, girls or both. Abby is feeling pulled at all ends because she feels like she has to be a different person with all the people in her life. She meets Gavin and they hit it off right away. He is a shy geek who is starting college with no friends. So when he sees Abby he is instantly attracted to her but it takes him days to work up the courage to go up to her. When he does she tells him right off the bat she’s not attracted to guys! They still hit it off as friends and become fast buddies getting each other thru hard times at college! Read this amazing book to find out what happens to Abby and Gavin!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Tausha Treadwayhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTausha Treadway2020-04-03 19:10:222020-04-03 23:07:58The Explorer (Mountains Series #6) by Phoebe Alexander – Review by Tausha Treadway
The Explorer was a great 5 star read and book six in the Mountains series. This can be read as a stand alone.
I was excited to get Abigail’s story, she is Sara’s daughter from the previous books. Abigail is starting college in a new city and so is Gavin. When Gavin meets Abigail and is instantly attracted to her until she shares that she isn’t interested in men and is confused about what she wants, could she be pansexual? They become fast friends and help each other get through their first year of college.
Overall this was a great read, you get so many different things that add a great element to the story. I don’t want to give anything away so I won’t go into much more detail. I loved all of the secondary characters. Phoebe does a great job of pulling you in with her writing and you won’t want to stop until you are done. She also has some great messages in her story as well. 1-click and get started today on this great read.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Michelle Austinhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngMichelle Austin2020-04-03 18:00:162020-04-03 21:23:35The Explorer (Mountains Series #6) by Phoebe Alexander – Review by Michelle Austin
Phoebe Alexander has done it again! Every time I think she won’t exceed the book before she keeps proving me wrong! This read can be read as a standalone, but I recommend reading them as part of a series! Phoebe Alexander each time creates a storyline and characters that are well developed, real and captivating. I loved following the characters journey throughout watching them grow into even stronger characters, and finding their self. This book has steaminess, romance and emotion, and makes it a hard read to put down! I can’t wait for more from this author, I can’t wait to explore more characters from this series! I highly recommend this read!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Chantelle Smithhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngChantelle Smith2020-04-02 16:13:162020-04-03 07:23:58The Explorer (Mountains Series #6) by Phoebe Alexander – Review by Chantelle Smith
The Explorer by Phoebe Alexander is the sixth book in the Mountains series. This is an absolute incredible series that I for one think everyone should read. The books can all be read as standalone however it is well worth reading the whole series. As with the previous books I was instantly hooked on this story. I honestly do not know how the author does it but she has such a knack for creating amazing and captivating characters. I loved them in this book and really did not want to stop reading about them. I found that I just couldn’t put this book down and absolutely had to finish it all in one sitting. Phoebe Alexander is an author that has landed herself firmly on my must read list and is an author that I would urge everyone to read. Immediately!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kerry Bakerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKerry Baker2020-04-02 14:45:572020-04-02 22:18:18The Explorer (Mountains Series #6) by Phoebe Alexander – Review by Kerry Baker
The Explorer (Mountains Series #6) By Phoebe Alexander 5 out of 5 stars
I loved reading the story The Explorer (Mountains Series #6) by Phoebe Alexander. I have loved reading about Abby in the previous books of this series and am thrilled that she now has a story of her own. This is a book that pulled me in from the beginning and didn’t let me go until the final page. Even when I finished, I wished there were a few more chapters. Abby is in college and on her own. Although she feels like she has to be someone different with each family member and even her friends. Will Abby find her happiness? I also loved reading about Gavin. He is a fellow student of Abby’s. Will he find himself at college? Will he find the attention and friendship that he has always wanted? Read this book to find out. Both Gavin and Abby are wonderful characters. They are likable characters and you can’t help but want them to find happiness. This story is an emotional one and my emotions went up and down the entire time I was reading it. This is a coming of age story that has Abby and Gavin finding out about themselves and the others around them. There are steamy romantic scenes. I would highly recommend reading this book.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Laura Furutahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLaura Furuta2020-04-02 14:34:562020-04-02 20:35:26The Explorer (Mountains Series #6) by Phoebe Alexander – Review by Laura Furuta
The Explorer by Phoebe Alexander a five-star read you would climb mountains for. This is number six in the Mountains series, this one can be read as stand-alone, but the series is amazing, we have met Abby the main character of this one before as she is the daughter of one of the main characters from some of the earlier books, but this one Abby comes into her own and we get to know more about her as a woman. This author shows us again how to deal with issues we all face in a more inclusive manner as she shows us how to be body positive and just accepting of sexuality no matter the form it takes. Abby is growing up and we get to go on the journey with her, it’s such an insight into her mind, and its like being a fly on the wall of a young person’s life. This really brought some amazing characters to life and I can only hope we get to hear more from them.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Sara Oxtonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngSara Oxton2020-04-02 13:26:092020-04-02 20:02:57The Explorer (Mountains Series #6) by Phoebe Alexander – Review by Sara Oxton
Have you ever felt like you needed to be a different person for whoever you are around? This is a question that I have answered many times in my personal life. Phoebe Alexander in The Explorer about these same feelings. Her character development is extensive and complex. I felt like I could be right there with Abigail. She feels that she needs to be someone different for others, but she doesn’t know how to be Abigail when alone. She is starting college and really trying to find her true self. Gavin is starting his journey. He is starting his journey to find himself. The plot is a simple story when you get down to it, but Abigail and Gavin sure makes the pages fly by. The innocence of Abigail and Gavin makes this an enjoyable read. I highly recommend this series to find out what happens to Abigail and Gavin.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Erica Fishhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngErica Fish2020-03-17 10:54:232020-04-07 10:54:41The Explorer (Mountains Series #6) by Phoebe Alexander – Review by Erica Fish
The Explorer (Mountains Series Book 6) by Phoebe Alexander gives us Abby’s story and the ups and downs of a young woman trying to find her place in the world, college, friends and sexuality. There is a lot of emotion in this story and Phoebe doesn’t shy away from the different, unusual or anything in between. She explores it all and has given something for young and older age brackets something to read and connect with and hopefully give them the confidence to open up and be able to discuss the tough topics and bring them a voice.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jenni Bishophttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJenni Bishop2020-03-07 07:31:012020-04-03 07:31:24The Explorer (Mountains Series #6) by Phoebe Alexander – Review by Jenni Bishop
This is the sixth book in this series, I loved it just as much as the previous books. This book can be read as a standalone but I highly suggest reading the entire series. This author writes with heart and her books are full of hot, steamy romance. This book is no different. It is a well written story that has well developed characters that bring the story to life. This is Abby and Gavin’s story. They both feel as if they have other people living inside them. Abby feels that everyone wants a different person. Gavin feels that no one is listening to him or even notices him, they see him as not very strong. What these two have in common with each other you will have to read this book but you don’t want to miss it. They are strong characters that I loved watching grow throughout the story. I felt bad for them in parts and joy in others. They kept me turning pages fast. I highly recommend you picking up their story.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Bobbi Wagnerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngBobbi Wagner2020-03-06 09:49:472020-04-04 09:51:14The Explorer (Mountains Series #6) by Phoebe Alexander – Review by Bobbi Wagner
Abby’s off to college and she can be anyone or anything she wants.
The problem is she feels like five or six different people all trapped in the same body. One Abby with her dad. One Abby with her mom. One with her sisters. One with her girlfriend. One with her friends.
Everyone wants a different version of her.
Until she meets them.
Gavin’s off to college and he can be anyone or anything he wants.
The problem is the voices in his head of all the people who’ve told him he doesn’t matter; he’s too small, too weak, too nerdy. Being a math genius is pointless if no one pays any attention to you.
No one expects him to rise to the occasion.
But rise he does.
Authors’ Note: The Explorer is a Mountains Series standalone in the new adult/coming of age genre. It can be read with or without the main three books. Portions of this book were previously part of the title Mountains Loved. The Explorer has new content as well and is only recommended for readers over 18.
Book 1: Mountains Wanted – James & Sarah’s Story #1
Book 2: Mountains Climbed – James & Sarah’s Story #2
Book 3: Mountains Loved – James & Sarah’s Story #3
Book 4: Christmas in the Mountains – James & Sarah’s holiday novella
Book 5: The Navigator – Garrett’s Story
Book 6: The Explorer – Abby’s Story #1
Book 7: The Adventurer – Rachel’s Story (coming soon)
Book 8: Mountains Transcended – Abby’s Story #2 (coming soon)
USA Today Bestselling Author Phoebe Alexander writes #sexpositive #bodypositive erotic romance featuring compelling plots intertwined with passionate, fiery encounters. She believes that real, relatable characters can have even steamier sex than billionaires, rock stars, and the young and lithe-bodied. She also advocates for ethical non-monogamy through her writing.
Phoebe lives on the East Coast of the US with her husband, sons, and multiple felines. When she’s not writing, she works as an editor and consultant for indie authors. She also volunteers her time running a 4600-member indie author support group. Her sexual fantasies have all been fulfilled, and now her single greatest fantasy is just having some damn free time.
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