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rgregory11's review against another edition
4.0
very intense and painful yet so good and so sweet. the book was bipolar
marissacelina's review against another edition
5.0
Damn, I've been dying to make a review about this beautiful book. This is actually one of my most re-read books. I mean, most of Tijan's books are, but this one especially. Something about Tijan's writing just gets me. It's music to my ears and I connect with it so much. She is definitely one of the most UNDER-appreciated and rated authors out there. She creates masterpieces with her words. I can think of about 95% of her work I'd like to see get turned into a movie/tv-show, and I mean in a really good Harry Potter-like adaptation.
ONTO THE BOOK ITSELF. Taryn is amazing. She is everything I need and want in a protagonist. She has her faults, like anyone else, but to me it just makes her even more relatable. Her personality reminds me most of Tijan's other character, Samantha, from Fallen Crest High. If any of you guys know that series, another amazing piece from Tijan.
ANYWAYS. Taryn is totally badass and she shows it just in the first couple pages in the cafeteria. We get to come along with her journey in this new environment and life, much to her dismay. By the way, Tray is hot hot hot, and is the obvious main love interest but can we just imagine how MUCH MORE hotter Jace is? like .. Damn. I specifically love the scenes between Jace and Taryn because their relationship is so complicated and complex, but yet so interesting to read on. Definitely some of my favourite parts are with them two together.
The characters are amazing, from Taryn to Tray to Jace to Brian to Grayley and even Mandy, whom at first I hated. But come on.. once you read the whole book, you'll learn to love everyone. Lot's of drama hits every page, from drugs, to deceit, to sex and basically illegallness in general. Especially considering what her night 'job' is. And she is hella great at what she does!
I can not recommend a book more highly than this one.
NOW being a huge fan and follower of Tijan and her novels, I suggest reading this novel first and if you loved it as much as me, you guys should check out The Original Crowd, which is basically the original version of A Whole New Crowd. And yes, somethings are changed. You can get it on kindle, and I highly recommend reading it because its just fun and to see the original copy of this story. Personally, I like the Original Crowd much better, but thats just me :) Im glad she can let us read both!
IF you liked this review, you can see more on my blog! http://keepcalmandloveboooks.blogspot.ca
ONTO THE BOOK ITSELF. Taryn is amazing. She is everything I need and want in a protagonist. She has her faults, like anyone else, but to me it just makes her even more relatable. Her personality reminds me most of Tijan's other character, Samantha, from Fallen Crest High. If any of you guys know that series, another amazing piece from Tijan.
ANYWAYS. Taryn is totally badass and she shows it just in the first couple pages in the cafeteria. We get to come along with her journey in this new environment and life, much to her dismay. By the way, Tray is hot hot hot, and is the obvious main love interest but can we just imagine how MUCH MORE hotter Jace is? like .. Damn. I specifically love the scenes between Jace and Taryn because their relationship is so complicated and complex, but yet so interesting to read on. Definitely some of my favourite parts are with them two together.
The characters are amazing, from Taryn to Tray to Jace to Brian to Grayley and even Mandy, whom at first I hated. But come on.. once you read the whole book, you'll learn to love everyone. Lot's of drama hits every page, from drugs, to deceit, to sex and basically illegallness in general. Especially considering what her night 'job' is. And she is hella great at what she does!
I can not recommend a book more highly than this one.
NOW being a huge fan and follower of Tijan and her novels, I suggest reading this novel first and if you loved it as much as me, you guys should check out The Original Crowd, which is basically the original version of A Whole New Crowd. And yes, somethings are changed. You can get it on kindle, and I highly recommend reading it because its just fun and to see the original copy of this story. Personally, I like the Original Crowd much better, but thats just me :) Im glad she can let us read both!
IF you liked this review, you can see more on my blog! http://keepcalmandloveboooks.blogspot.ca
talldrinkofdietcoke's review against another edition
5.0
Taryn was good at three things: swimming, stealing, and sex. She just needed to survive her new school, her past, and the newest drug dealer that arrived in town..
That's what the little blurb on GoodReads says but it clearly doesn't do this story any justice. Now usually I'm all in love with Tijan's men. The strong, fierce silent type of a man, who stands by main girl but let's her handle herself. They are basically dream men, in my eyes. I've always loved a quiet bad boy. And Tray, from A Whole New Crowd, is no different. He's absolutely perfect. But what really got to me was Taryn. I'm totally in love with her, which is a new concept for me, considering I like men and all.
Taryn is much like Tijan's other heroines. Strong, fierce, slightly vulnerable but never letting it show. But Taryn was also the biggest bad ass I've ever read. We meet Taryn, about 6 months after she was adopted by this family. We quickly learn that Taryn moved around a lot and seemed to haven bee in a few different foster homes. She spent a good amount of time in the city of Pedlam where she had gone to school, have a tight group of friends who weren't always good little boys and girls. They would steal, cheat, fight and generally cause some mayhem, Taryn and her boyfriend Brian included. But when Taryn was adopted, she decided to make a clean break from that life, leaving her friends, boyfriend and the trouble behind.
It wasn't too long into her new life that Mandy, her new sister, and Tray, the king of Rawley (her new school), decided they could put her former habits to good use. They ask her to break into her old school to help them with a prank. Eventually she relents and does their favor but it opens up a whole chain reaction no one expected to come.
No matter what challenges, backstabbing, or dirty dealings come Taryn's way, she attacks right back with her sharp wit and killer instincts. She's not afraid to go for the jugular and it's a beautiful sight. She stands up for those who are walked over and protects those she loves.
Basically this story is MAGIC!
That's what the little blurb on GoodReads says but it clearly doesn't do this story any justice. Now usually I'm all in love with Tijan's men. The strong, fierce silent type of a man, who stands by main girl but let's her handle herself. They are basically dream men, in my eyes. I've always loved a quiet bad boy. And Tray, from A Whole New Crowd, is no different. He's absolutely perfect. But what really got to me was Taryn. I'm totally in love with her, which is a new concept for me, considering I like men and all.
Taryn is much like Tijan's other heroines. Strong, fierce, slightly vulnerable but never letting it show. But Taryn was also the biggest bad ass I've ever read. We meet Taryn, about 6 months after she was adopted by this family. We quickly learn that Taryn moved around a lot and seemed to haven bee in a few different foster homes. She spent a good amount of time in the city of Pedlam where she had gone to school, have a tight group of friends who weren't always good little boys and girls. They would steal, cheat, fight and generally cause some mayhem, Taryn and her boyfriend Brian included. But when Taryn was adopted, she decided to make a clean break from that life, leaving her friends, boyfriend and the trouble behind.
It wasn't too long into her new life that Mandy, her new sister, and Tray, the king of Rawley (her new school), decided they could put her former habits to good use. They ask her to break into her old school to help them with a prank. Eventually she relents and does their favor but it opens up a whole chain reaction no one expected to come.
No matter what challenges, backstabbing, or dirty dealings come Taryn's way, she attacks right back with her sharp wit and killer instincts. She's not afraid to go for the jugular and it's a beautiful sight. She stands up for those who are walked over and protects those she loves.
Basically this story is MAGIC!
rohina_sharma's review
5.0
Nobody, and I mean nobody writes messed up YA Romances better than Tijan. I read the first ten or twelve chapters on Wattpad and I had to get the book and as always I was hooked from the moment I started.
Also, the kids in this book are legit scary and get into places that even an adult will have problems. I mean, breaking into a police station? Damn. That's some hardcore stuff and even though it seems a tad OTT and I enjoyed the hell out of it.
4.5 Stars!
Also, the kids in this book are legit scary and get into places that even an adult will have problems. I mean, breaking into a police station? Damn. That's some hardcore stuff and even though it seems a tad OTT and I enjoyed the hell out of it.
4.5 Stars!
morganreads_88's review
5.0
After doing some research I decided to read this one first before “A Whole New Crowd” and I just need to say this one ALMOST became my fave standalone by Tijan. I just love Ryan’s Bed too much!
That being said, this book was so raw and emotional. I love how Tijans books have strong female leads and of course, just like all but two hero’s she has written, I’m in love!
My heart absolutely shattered at Brian & Jaces story line. Taryn reminded me a lot of Bren (Crew series) she’s so strong and deserves so much. She’s loyal to the ones she loves and takes absolutely no ones shit and I love that most about her!
Tray! Oh my! I could feel the connection between him & Taryn! I could feel what he felt for her. He was there for her when she finally said goodbye (and kissed) her ex for the last time. He was there for her for other things (I won’t spoil it). They became a team. They became each other’s equals. They fell in love and let nothing stop them.
That being said, this book was so raw and emotional. I love how Tijans books have strong female leads and of course, just like all but two hero’s she has written, I’m in love!
My heart absolutely shattered at Brian & Jaces story line. Taryn reminded me a lot of Bren (Crew series) she’s so strong and deserves so much. She’s loyal to the ones she loves and takes absolutely no ones shit and I love that most about her!
Tray! Oh my! I could feel the connection between him & Taryn! I could feel what he felt for her. He was there for her when she finally said goodbye (and kissed) her ex for the last time. He was there for her for other things (I won’t spoil it). They became a team. They became each other’s equals. They fell in love and let nothing stop them.
elifobeth's review against another edition
4.0
I decided to read this version instead of the official publish. What can I say, I just love Tijan's hero.
heather0918's review against another edition
5.0
Honestly, I liked this one so much I never did read A Whole New Crowd! This one was really good. A little big long, and had some slow spots, but overall it’s a great story!
lostinanovel's review against another edition
5.0
It may have been rough at times..but like all things tijan I absolutely loved it
it made me want to be taryn
it made me want to be taryn
amb3reads's review against another edition
4.0
4 out of 5 Stars
The Original Crowd is book 0.5 in the A Whole New Crowd Series. I enjoyed The Original Crowd and can't wait to continue with the series. I loved Taryn and Tray.
The Original Crowd is book 0.5 in the A Whole New Crowd Series. I enjoyed The Original Crowd and can't wait to continue with the series. I loved Taryn and Tray.
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