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kristid's review
3.0
Riding the Universe was fast and fun read. There are some serious elements presented, so I wouldn’t describe it as fluff, but it was just an easy read. If that makes any sense at all. The plot was engaging, but at the same time it was pretty simplistic.
This was my first experience with Triana’s writing and I’m a fan. Her characterization is fabulous. Chloe was definitely a well developed character, and I enjoyed watching her focus throughout the story change. It was refreshing to read about a character that seemed so real.
It may have been a little predictable, I had the story figured out fairly soon, but it didn’t take away the enjoyment of reading the story. Basically it was just a really fun book to read, and Chloe made it all the more worthwhile.
This was my first experience with Triana’s writing and I’m a fan. Her characterization is fabulous. Chloe was definitely a well developed character, and I enjoyed watching her focus throughout the story change. It was refreshing to read about a character that seemed so real.
It may have been a little predictable, I had the story figured out fairly soon, but it didn’t take away the enjoyment of reading the story. Basically it was just a really fun book to read, and Chloe made it all the more worthwhile.
srousseau's review
4.0
Chloe has had a rough year. Her uncle died and it is taking her a while to recover. Chemistry is not going well at all. And she is beginning to think that she should find out who her birth parents are, even though her adoptive parents are great.
The only thing that helps is to ride Lolita at night and lie on the Murphy's dock and look at the night sky. Lolita is the Harley her uncle Seth left her and she's going to lose it if she can't do something about her Chemistry grade. Gordon, a peer tutor, is supposed to help her out in Chemistry, but it doesn't seem to be working out that way.
This book is a great little book about a fairly normal teen living in Florida and how she handles her stresses. She has a supportive family, some good friends and the usual high school crowd. A good quick read.
The only thing that helps is to ride Lolita at night and lie on the Murphy's dock and look at the night sky. Lolita is the Harley her uncle Seth left her and she's going to lose it if she can't do something about her Chemistry grade. Gordon, a peer tutor, is supposed to help her out in Chemistry, but it doesn't seem to be working out that way.
This book is a great little book about a fairly normal teen living in Florida and how she handles her stresses. She has a supportive family, some good friends and the usual high school crowd. A good quick read.
mldavisreads's review
5.0
An unusual protagonist makes this more than a typical teen romance-- the main character drives a Harley and starts every day racing her best friend and his '68 Mustang to school. There may be stargazing, flirting, and a love triangle, but Chloe also does her share of putting people in their place. A fun read.
shutupnread's review
3.0
I quite enjoyed Riding the Universe. My first book by Gaby Triana and I'm liking her work so far.
However, the only thing I have against Riding the Universe was the characters. I have so many mixed feelings of Chloe, Rock and Gordon. One minute, I'll love them. Even admire them. The next minute, I'm so confused by their actions. Chloe kept changing her focus and ultimately, it made me pretty confused. Same with Rock and Gordon. I thought I had them predicted but they kept surprising me as I kept turning the pages. I felt like I was going on this roller coaster with bumps and twists everywhere imaginable. Despite their ability to change every few minutes, it was a joy to read about Chloe and Rock. They were absolutely hilarious and their friendship runs deep.
The plot though were amazing. Even though it was pretty simplistic, I loved how the plot developed and I found it quite engaging. I loved seeing how Chloe finally managed to find out who the one she really loved was and who her birth parents were. That totally surprised me. I didn't see it coming. I was expecting someone else or something but...in a way, I'm not that surprised but in another way, I am.
Gaby's writing style is quite unique. It didn't grab the readers at first glance but when you get deeper, you find yourself absorbed into her world.
Overall, Riding the Universe is a fun and quick read.
However, the only thing I have against Riding the Universe was the characters. I have so many mixed feelings of Chloe, Rock and Gordon. One minute, I'll love them. Even admire them. The next minute, I'm so confused by their actions. Chloe kept changing her focus and ultimately, it made me pretty confused. Same with Rock and Gordon. I thought I had them predicted but they kept surprising me as I kept turning the pages. I felt like I was going on this roller coaster with bumps and twists everywhere imaginable. Despite their ability to change every few minutes, it was a joy to read about Chloe and Rock. They were absolutely hilarious and their friendship runs deep.
The plot though were amazing. Even though it was pretty simplistic, I loved how the plot developed and I found it quite engaging. I loved seeing how Chloe finally managed to find out who the one she really loved was and who her birth parents were. That totally surprised me. I didn't see it coming. I was expecting someone else or something but...in a way, I'm not that surprised but in another way, I am.
Gaby's writing style is quite unique. It didn't grab the readers at first glance but when you get deeper, you find yourself absorbed into her world.
Overall, Riding the Universe is a fun and quick read.
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