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The Vilification of Aqua Marine by Megan Mackie – Review by Lorrene Huisman

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The Vilification of Aqua Marine (Working Mask, #1)The Vilification of Aqua Marine by Megan Mackie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was so good from start to finish! I was highly invested as I read, and the book certainly kept me interested as I read. I was hooked and could not put it down! Amazing writing and story!

What I loved most about this book was the inner emotions of the characters. I can say honestly for us all that at at least in some point in our lives we wanted to make our parents proud no matter what it took! I really felt for Aqua Marine, her mother wanted one life set for her that she felt was best, but yet Aqua Marine wanted to make another path, her own path! The book was inspirational and yet deep feeling at the same time. I loved the author’s writing and way with words! I laughed out loud so many times, and I loved the light bigheartedness of this book. It was so fluffy and fun to read! Really enjoyed it and truly loved it!

Amazing book, that with no doubt, I am going to recommend to everyone! It was so good and a great and fun read! For sure a must read as well! Really was a read that felt good to read too! Loved it!

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The Vilification of Aqua Marine by Megan Mackie – Review by Shelly Kittell

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The Vilification of Aqua Marine (Working Mask, #1)The Vilification of Aqua Marine by Megan Mackie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Rhiannon, aka Aqua Marine, is undergoing many of the struggles some of us may feel empathy with. I found this book quite entertaining. Though the story takes a few plot twists, the humor is enough that my family wanted to know why I was chuckling. I found the characters relatable, even being superheros. Rhiannon could be any of us. The author has a way of writing that makes you chuckle and laugh as you read. I love this author’s writing. It’s contemporary and has a way of pulling you in all the way until the end. I was engaged from the start and couldn’t put it down until the end. You have to try this one. I know you won’t be sorry. Fantasy lovers must read this one.

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The Vilification of Aqua Marine by Megan Mackie

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Despite Aqua Marine’s super lineage, this wannabe superhero can only control a cup of water at a time. Not very effective as far as superpowers go. Never mind being able to stop the new nefarious villain, The Overlord of the Dance from taking over part of the city.

That is until she discovers there is a cup of water in the human heart when she accidentally blows his out. 

Now her villainous mother wants her to join the League of Extraordinary Evil. 

Aqua Marine would like to hide under a rock. 

And Overlord of the Dance? Is apparently not quite dead yet, and he would like to have a word with her about becoming his new nemesis. 

If the road to hell is paved with good intentions, Aqua Marine’s is a slip and slide, with capes.

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Megan Mackie is a Chicago writer. She started her writing career as an indie author and had such smashing success in her first year with her inaugural book The Finder of the Lucky Devil, that she made the transition to traditional publishing. She has become a personality at many cons, recognizable by her iconic leather hat and engaging smile. She has written five novels including: The Finder of the Lucky Devil, The Saint of Liars, The Devil’s Day, Death and the Crone, and Saint Code: The Lost through Blue Phoenix Publishing. Her short fiction collections includes Changing Breeds, an anthology of short stories from the Werewolf RPG game.

She is also a contributing writer in the role-playing game Legendlore and Legendlore: Legacies by Onyx Path Publishing and Sirens: Battle of the Bards through Apotheosis Studios. Outside of writing, she likes to play games: board games, RPGs, and video games. She has a regular Pathfinder group who is working their way through Rapanthuk. She lives in Chicago with her husband and children, dog, three cats, and her mother in the apartment upstairs.

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A mercenary with death following his every step…

Leo has been evading Lady Death’s grip his entire life. First, fighting in the merciless Tominese arenas, and then becoming the most feared mercenary in the country. The unnatural powers that have made him into a ruthless killer are the same that prohibit his very existence under the royal laws of Tominay.  Though they will always be hunted, he protects his brothers and sister with his every breath because allowing death to take them away has never been an option.

Now they must run, or face their worst nightmares…

When Leo’s employer finds out his younger brother holds the same power that made him into an invaluable weapon, they must make a long-awaited decision: to stay and risk slaughter, or to flee their home in search of a new life.

Will they survive the journey, or fall fighting for their freedom?

It’s a battle for survival as the siblings chase the land of their people in the hopes of a better future. Though they try to outrun it, the demons of the past never cease to haunt them, and the trials of the future hold more terror than can be imagined. But will the journey truly lead to the salvation they crave, or walk them straight to the bloody end they fear?

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The Lie That Binds by Amy Argent – Review by Santana Hicks

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The Lie That BindsThe Lie That Binds by Amy Argent
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Nathan is the golden boy at his school. He is popular and gorgeous, making everyone want him or want to be like him.

Holly is the new girl, a nobody in the eyes of the popular crowd but that doesn’t stop her from noticing Nathan. Even when he is bullying others, she can’t stop thinking about him. After Holly witnesses something, she realizes that there is more to Nathan than what he is portraying.

After Nathan finds out that Holly knows his secret he has been keeping from almost everyone at school, he is terrified that she will out him. To keep her quiet, he befriends her but as time goes on, as does his feelings for Holly.

The synopsis of this book really captured my attention but unfortunately it was completely different than what I expected. The book was alright for what it was. The synopsis implied something much darker. Also for a YA book, it had way too much sexual details. It was too heavy for what I expected for a book in the YA genre.

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The Lies That Bind by Amy Argent – Review by Anna Hirsch

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The Lie That BindsThe Lie That Binds by Amy Argent
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Lie That Binds by Amy Argent
4 Stars

This is a well written YA romance novel. The way the author portrayed the teenager’s emotions was spot on. It’s hard enough being a teenager in high school, add an illness to deal with and it’s almost impossible. Nathan’s way of coping is being a jerk and a bully. It’s not right but it’s the only way he knows how to keep the spotlight off of himself. The fated day when Holly found out his secret, he thought his life was over. Lies upon lies makes bad decisions. Nathan makes a choice which turns out to be the best that he ever made. Secrets don’t stayed buried forever. Can their hearts mend after the hurtful revelations?

I feel that this book also shows the need for self acceptance and to know what’s truly important in life. I think that the author did a fantastic job of explaining what life is like living with this illness. Though I think the book dragged a little here and there with all the overwhelming feelings of first love, this book is well worth the read.

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Twilight’s Spy (Twilight Realm Trilogy Book 1.5) by K.M. Wray – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Twilight's SpyTwilight’s Spy by K.M. Wray
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A novella that will keep you on the edge-of-your-seat wanting to know what happens next. Toss in some romance, a bit of action, a little adventure and suspense. Yarissa finds out that she is pretty badass while she’s doing a personal mission for the king. This is a funny, inspiring and endearing story. I loved the plot twists. I didn’t see that cliffhanger coming. I will eagerly be awaiting the next book.

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The Lie That Binds by Amy Argent – Review by La Toya Lewis

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The Lie That BindsThe Lie That Binds by Amy Argent
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Nathan is a high school student that has to lie just to have an everyday life; then he meets Holly. The Lie That Binds is a realistic portrayal of high school life/students. This is a fantastic read. These are such well-written characters. You really connect to the characters and get pulled into the plot. My heart really went out to Nathan. A definite page-turner. Do yourself a favor and read this book!

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Twilight’s Spy (Twilight Realm Trilogy Book 1.5) by K.M. Wray – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Twilight's SpyTwilight’s Spy by K.M. Wray
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The adventure continues with Twilight’s Spy which is a unique YA fantasy story. It is book 1.5 in the Twilight Realm Trilogy. It is a quick read but there is lots going on. There are plenty of magical beings in this story elves and dragons and more to entice the reader. The story and characters are well developed. The fantasy land KM has created is intriguing and visually pleasant. There is action, mystery, love, deceit, pain, and betrayal.

A warrior assigned to play spy. She has to go where no Elf has come back from, the Night Realm. If only she could get her magic to work. Our main character is strong, determined and sassy and vows to complete her mission.

If you love YA fantasy you will enjoy this one.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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The Lie That Binds by Amy Argent – Review by S. Bittles

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The Lie That BindsThe Lie That Binds by Amy Argent
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

~~~~~Mature YA/NA Romance~~~~~

Don’t judge a book by its cover.

Lovable characters, although hard to relate as it is based in high school. I felt frustration at times forgetting they are teenagers dealing with their classic teenage dilemmas and high school woes (cliques, trying to fit in, struggling to find their way). With that being said, this is a great story of growth and honesty at an age where you push limits and test boundaries.

I enjoy reading novels by this author, their writing continues to be vivid and engaging pulling you in until the very last page.

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The Lie That Binds by Amy Argent – Review by Michelle Austin

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The Lie That BindsThe Lie That Binds by Amy Argent
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a great 5 star read. Holly is a new student and she of course quickly learns who is in the cliques. When she meets Nathan, there is something about him that pulls her in, but he’s one of the popular guys. Nathan has a big secret that Holly eventually learns unexpectedly but she agrees to keep it to herself. A plan is put in place that ends up turning into a bigger thing than they expected.
What would happen if Nathan’s secret were to get out?
Overall I really enjoyed this book. It brings back memories from high school. All of the characters added a great element to the story. I really enjoyed these two. My emotions were all over the place. The author does a great job with her writing and you get pulled right in. I look forward to reading more from the author. 1-click and get started today.

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To be a Fae Guardian (Realm Chronicles Book 2) Audio Book by Tricia Copeland

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Genre – YA, Fae
Listening Length – 8 hours
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Titania defeats a group of creatures threatening to colonize Middle Earth. In ending them she broke not one but two edicts of the High Council. But justice may fall on the only person holding the key to her ability to defend the fae. 

The evil spirits manifesting the terrorists lurk below, lying in wait to strike again. With loss of a much-needed ally, she lacks freedom to learn what the realm may be facing. Worse yet, many, even some most trusted compatriots, distance themselves from the reckless Queen she’s painted to be. 

Her power shackled and left alone, Titania loses faith in her once clear path. 

Can she find her footing in time to save them all from eternal darkness? 

To Be a Fae Guardian is the second book in the Realm Chronicles series, continuing a magical journey into the realm of Middle Earth. If you like dauntless heroines, you’ll love Tricia Copeland’s gripping fantasy. 

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Tricia believes in finding magic. She thinks magic infuses every aspect of our lives, whether it is the magic of falling in love, discovering a new passion, a beautiful sunset, or a book that transports us to another world. An avid runner and Georgia native, Tricia now lives with her family and four-legged friends in Colorado. Find her new romance under the pen name Maria Jane, and all her titles from contemporary romance and fantasy, to dystopian fiction at www.triciacopeland.com.

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Notebook Mysteries ~ Emma (Notebook Mysteries Book 1) Audio Book by Kimberly Mullins

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The saga begins in Chicago in 1881; when the city was just recovering from the great fire of ’71. Emma works at her family bakery but wishes for more adventure. There is an opportunity for her to have more adventures by working with the boys on the delivery wagons.

Her observation begins to pull her into cases ranging from robbery to murder. One case becomes more and more complicated and pulls in her family; To protect them and herself-will her skills with knives and self-defense see her through?

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Kimberly Mullins is the author of a series of books called Notebook Mysteries. Her stories are base in historical events occurring in 1880’s Chicago. She holds a BS in biology and a Masters in business. Her favorite classes were in history. She lives in Texas with her husband and son. When she is not writing she works as a Process Safety Engineer at a large chemical company. You can connect with her on her website at kimberlymullinsauthor.com, Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.

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Twilight’s Spy (Twilight Realm Trilogy Book 1.5) by K.M. Wray

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Genre – YA, Fantasy
Page Count – 182
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I’m not a spy. I’m supposed to be a warrior. So this latest assignment as a spy is one and done for me and everything is going according to plan. But then I’m trapped and forced to use my useless magic illegally. So maybe being a spy is the least of my worries. At least until I get stuck with a mission in the Night Realm. A mission no elf has ever returned from. Now it’s survive or die, and I’d prefer to survive.

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M. Wray makes her home in Canada. During the day, she is privileged to work with language learners and newcomers to Canada. She publishes both non-fiction and fiction books.

In her free time, she cares for two cats, attempts to help plants grow (sadly she is not very good at this) and if she is not enjoying a good book, she is writing one.

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The Lie That Binds by Amy Argent – Review by Darla Yocom

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The Lie That BindsThe Lie That Binds by Amy Argent
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Lies, betrayal, teenage hormones, high school drama, bullying, and the effects of a serious medical condition makes for a very dramatic storyline.

Holly finds herself at a new high school, trying to fit in with the in-crowd. She finds the popular crowd are not welcoming but one handsome guy catches her eye. She quickly learns that this handsome fella is a bit mysterious due to his strange absences. This pet of the story quickly gave me Twilight/Edward Cullen vibes for a few seconds. Holly soon learns that although this guy is handsome, he’s definitely a jerk.

Nathan is the mysterious guy that has caught Holly’s attention and he has a secret. By accident, Holly learns of his secret which could have devastating circumstances for Nathan if she chooses to leak the information to their fellow high school students. Nathan has to decide how to handle the issue and to what extent he will protect his secret. Drama ensues.

I found the book to be a fast read and enjoyed the character building. The author did a great job representing the behavior and actions of a bunch of hormonal teenagers.

Hang in to your seats while this roller coaster of emotions hit you from beginning to end.

I give this book 4 out of 5 stars.

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The Lie That Binds by Amy Argent – Review by Mandy Ott

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The Lie That BindsThe Lie That Binds by Amy Argent
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This novel by Amy Argent exceeded expectations! I had read previous books by this author, but the genre for The Lie That Binds was a little different. While still a romance, this book was more of a Young Adult read. The story took me back to high school; where what your friends and others thought of you was truly one of the most important things. The secrets and lies that the two main characters navigate throughout the book, together and separately, was truly amazing. How many secrets and lies are told in the world of a single high school on a daily basis? The Lie That Binds makes you truly think about what is important. Holly and Nathan not only traverse the secrets and lies, but they must come to terms with the feelings that first love evokes in them. This story has a wide array of realistic, relatable characters; some that I liked, others I did not, but all were necessary in the overall telling of the story. I can’t wait to read more books from Amy Argent!

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The Lie That Binds by Amy Argent – Review by Robin Rankin

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The Lie That BindsThe Lie That Binds by Amy Argent
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Lie That Binds

This was a little harder for me to read than I expected once I found out the details of Nathan’s lie, especially since I have two family members who have dealt with this exact situation.   I had several memories come back to me that I hadn’t thought about for years and not many were pleasant.

Holly grabbed me from the beginning.   She is from Amarillo, Texas which is where my father in law is from and she even went to the same high school as he did.  It was a nice little connection which I appreciated and stuck with me throughout the book.

Nathan gave me a lot of anxiety, but it didn’t detract from his personality for me.  I wish he would have expected been honest from the beginning and saved me a lot of stress.

This is not my first book by this author and won’t be the last, though I will need to remember how anxious she can make me at times.

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The Lie That Binds by Amy Argent – Review by Ayla Eddy

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The Lie That BindsThe Lie That Binds by Amy Argent
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

An emotional young adult high school romance. The main characters of the story are well written so that you cannot help but connect to them. They highlight the different cliques from highschool while maintaining a reality to them. It is refreshing to see a more realistic view point on the teenage world of high school as opposed to it being drawn over the top to all extremes.

Nathan has gone to this school his whole life, but before freshman year something changed. Yet in order to protect himself he chooses to keep everyone at a distance and himself behind a wall of lies. Only those who must know and his family are aware of his deepest secret. That is until a new girl becomes a witness to it.

To what lengths will Nathan go to keep his secret from the school? What lies will he add to his wall of protection? Will Holly keep his secret or will she ruin him?

Pick up the book to find out! You will be sucked in to find out his secret, the dilemma with Holly, and everything else that happens along the way.

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The Lie That Binds by Amy Argent – Review by Devon Pulliam

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The Lie That BindsThe Lie That Binds by Amy Argent
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I loved the realness the author brings to this book. The high school drama and bullies, we’ve all been there and how she incorporates all that into the book and it comes full circle is real life. Holly was relatable as in she was trying to just fit in, and then she accidently discovers the secret of a popular kid. I was rooting for Holly and Evan to make Nathan feel comfortable and they went above and beyond what I could have imagined. It was hard to put this book down once it sucked me in a few chapters in. I just wasn’t a fan of Nathan and that crowd at first and then I fell in love with the person he was becoming with Holly and because of Holly. I look forwarded to reading more from this author!

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The Lie That Binds by Amy Argent – Review by Julie Johnson

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The Lie That BindsThe Lie That Binds by Amy Argent
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

High school years are tough! Everyone is jockeying for position whether it be with the nerds, jocks, preppies, stoners, etc. Imagine all that stress and being dealt a huge health blow right before your freshman year. Nathan’s life is crumbling but no one knows except his family and his teachers.

Holly and her dad just moved to the area. Holly’s dad is the new chief of police. No pressure for a new kid, eh? So many challenging things going through Holly’s head until she confronts this bully Nathan one day. The next few hours will have her questioning that confrontation.

I really enjoyed this book and wanted to give it 5 stars. However, being the mother of two teenagers, the language and the pretty descriptive “adult” scenes left me challenged. I know that this happens in reality but I would not encourage my children to read this book. The characters are loveable and understandable. Some of them I loved more than others, some of them I grew to love more as I read and learned more about them. The nicknames for the various characters did become a little bit difficult to keep up with at times, especially when interchanging the real names with the nick names. I found “GothGirl” and Ivan to be my favorite characters and I love to read a spin-off about them!!

Overall, an enjoyable book. It encompasses many difficult topics and I believe they are all represented very fairly. This book kept my attention and I read it in 2 sittings (only because my Kindle died and I had to recharge it!).

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The Lie that Binds by Amy Argent – Reviewed by Tanya Wall

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The Lie That BindsThe Lie That Binds by Amy Argent
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Think back to your high school days, when you wanted to be part of the popular crowd or at least keep out of their way so they didn’t target you. The Lie that Binds takes you back there. The cool crowd is cool. Nobody wants others to know they are different. The cliques are real.

When Holly moves to town, she just wants to fit in, but finds that the group she wants to fit in with are unkind and downright mean. She sees Nathan and instantly wants to connect with him, but he is in that group that she is actively trying to stay away from. Little does Nathan know, she is going to change his life – she is going to understand him a level nobody in the high school understands him. He has a secret and does everything he can to keep it from getting out.

This story has love, romance, steam and friendship. If you want to take a ride back in time to relive your high school days, the excitement of first love, and drama, give it a read!

The Lie That Binds by Amy Argent – Review by Charlene Gonzalez

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The Lie That BindsThe Lie That Binds by Amy Argent
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Before reading The Lie That Binds by Amy Argent I thought I was not going to like it because I love books with thrills and page-turners. Never thought this book was going to make me feel like I am on the edge of a cliff. SO many emotions and pain n in this story between Holly and Nathan. Amazing characters and so many details in their feeling for one another. But when lies and secrets start to flow onto the surface things start to get hard for the main characters they will do anything to keep it in. This book is amazing and the Author Amy Argent is amazing for
my first time reading something that I can compare to myself. 5 out of 5 stars

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The Lie That Binds by Amy Argent – Review by stephanie nicole

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The Lie That BindsThe Lie That Binds by Amy Argent
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was an interesting YA romance to say the least. I originally picked up this book due to the eye catching front cover, amd the interesting synopsis. However upon starting this book I couldn’t consume it fast enough. This book had so many emotions it made me laugh, made me cry, it even made me go back to my teenage years. The characters are so realistic, and the plot line has you feeling like your walking along side the characters in high school. So if your looking for a great new read, make sure to pick this up today.

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The Lie That Binds by Amy Argent – Review by Jo Frizzell

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The Lie That BindsThe Lie That Binds by Amy Argent
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Oh my lanta this book! I adore the point of view changes and seeing into the minds of both Nathan and Holly. I love Holly’s personality – a little shy, a little sass, and a hint of fire – and the way she will stand up for her friends, even when she’s scared. I enjoy the complexity of Nathan – even as he surrounds himself with people who seem to lack that same complexity – and his relationship with his family. Most of all though, I really like the realistic way that high school is represented. This book brings to mind those by Sarah Dessen with a relatable high school or college age person, the real problems they face, and their relationships that are built on truth even when it hurts. So if you enjoy reading Sarah Dessen, I absolutely recommend this book!

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The Lie That Binds by Amy Argent – Review by Angelina Frazzini

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The Lie That BindsThe Lie That Binds by Amy Argent
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I didn’t know what to expect when I started this book but I definitely enjoyed it.

Holly is the new girl at school. Almost immediately she can tell who the popular kids are and she finds out pretty quick what type of people they are. Just from her observations m, she assumes they are all alike. That is until she lays into Nathan and then inadvertently learns his secret. Nathan will do anything to keep his secret. He’s honestly confused that Holly doesn’t just blab it right away but he will keep the secret from getting out. Holly and Nathan start spending more time together and things evolve from there. A good lesson in things are more than as they appear.

I really enjoyed this book. I couldn’t put it down! Holly is a contradiction but in a relatable way. She’s sassy and self assured as that voice in her head but when it comes to actually standing up for herself she’s insecure and quiet. At first I didn’t like Nathan but you quickly learn there is more than meets the eye with him and he grew on me during this roller coaster of a book. I definitely recommend!

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The Lie That Binds by Amy Argent – Review by Rachel Moss

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The Lie That BindsThe Lie That Binds by Amy Argent
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was interesting read. I wasn’t too into it when I first started reading it, but as I kept on it really picked up and I enjoyed it by the end. One thing that really made this difficult for me to get into, well two things, is that one it read to me like a Twilight fan fiction kind of novel. I almost felt like I was back in Forks with the vampires until I got several chapters in and was able to separate the two. The second thing was all the nicknames. One every once awhile was ok but Holly, the female main character, just kept on with the nickname/name calling and it’s ine aspect I personally didn’t enjoy. Overall this was enjoyable read, and while it wasn’t my favorite I would definitely read more from this author in the future!

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The Lie That Binds by Amy Argent – Review by Melissa Saxton

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The Lie That BindsThe Lie That Binds by Amy Argent
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Holly moves into a new town and a new school… could she be one of the cool kids.

She finds herself however making her own clan as the cool kids are not kids Holly likes… but when she inadvertently discovers the secrets the class bully, and Jock, Nathan has been hiding; she finds herself dating him… only he was dating her to hopefully keep her quiet.

As it happens with teens, feelings develop and this book became more emotional than I would have expected.

Teen angst clicks drama heartache secrets and lies fill this book! I’m a sucker for YA Genre and this didn’t disappoint!

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The Lie That Binds by Amy Argent – Review by Carla Clemmons

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The Lie That BindsThe Lie That Binds by Amy Argent
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I love the different quotes at the beginning of each chapter! This was a great read that really digs into the characters and their feelings. You get to read from Holly and Nathan’s perspective which I really enjoyed. For being young they have some pretty adult and intense situations to overcome. I love how detailed the author was with their writing, it really helps you get into the story. I will say there are some pretty adult and very descriptive scenes that may not be ok for all readers/ages.

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The Lie That Binds by Amy Argent – Review by Ashleyann Sanabria

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The Lie That BindsThe Lie That Binds by Amy Argent
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

High school, full of bullies, cliques, and doing your very best to fit in. The book starts with Holly who just started out at a new high school. She wants to get in with the cool kids, like any girl her age would, but she quickly finds out that teenagers can be cruel. Nathan is a jerk, but there is so much more than meets the eye. Intriguing from the start, you find out about what Nathan is really hiding. His secrets lead to more between him and Holly, and the story that evolves is one that will keep the pages turning almost of their own volition. The story had its slow parts, but in general, it was compelling enough to keep you invested. At the start, I thought it was going to be more focused on the bullying and I wasn’t sure how to feel about it. As the story moves forward, there is more to it. Takes you back to that young age where what your friends thought about you felt like the most important thing in the world. I recommend this book if you enjoy a clique high school dynamic, a web of secrets, and characters that have more depth to them then they let on!

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The Lie That Binds by Amy Argent – Review by Ashley McMillon

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The Lie That BindsThe Lie That Binds by Amy Argent
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Nathan, Holly, and the entire cast of characters are phenomenal in this story. The author took time to fully develop each character’s story, which makes the story all the more real. Nathan is trying his best to hide himself and his condition from the entire school. Unfortunately for him the new girl discovers his biggest fear. This story teaches us very quickly the power that a lie can have, and how continuing to hold that lie creates more lies, leading to destruction! This one gets a bit steamy so be forewarned!

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