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A review by book_obsessions
One Small Thing by Erin Watt
4.0
This book is an angsty, drama-filled YA novel by Erin Watt. I liked the overall story and really liked Chase's character and how he handled himself considering what he had to live with. Chase and Beth are two teenagers whose pasts are intertwined, making this somewhat of a star-crossed lovers story. It was emotional and involved a family who has lost a lot and a teenager who is trying to live for herself, not her sister.
I had a little bit of an issue with Beth's' parents. I realize they went through a lot, but they were really overboard with their treatment of their daughter. When this story starts, they have had 3 years to get themselves help, to step up and deal with their emotions, but they are stunted...especially her dad.. I think this was the main reason Beth is a little bit immature for the first half of the book, trying to rebel and pretty much thinking of only herself (typical for teenagers, I know, but still). In contrast to Chase, who has seen some dark days and come out the other side and is way more mature in how he handles his issues and the kids at school.
And then there is Jeff...That's all I will say about him so as to not give spoilers.
If you like drama, angst, and emotional books, you will enjoy this book. I enjoyed the story and most of the characters.
I had a little bit of an issue with Beth's' parents. I realize they went through a lot, but they were really overboard with their treatment of their daughter. When this story starts, they have had 3 years to get themselves help, to step up and deal with their emotions, but they are stunted...especially her dad.. I think this was the main reason Beth is a little bit immature for the first half of the book, trying to rebel and pretty much thinking of only herself (typical for teenagers, I know, but still). In contrast to Chase, who has seen some dark days and come out the other side and is way more mature in how he handles his issues and the kids at school.
And then there is Jeff...That's all I will say about him so as to not give spoilers.
If you like drama, angst, and emotional books, you will enjoy this book. I enjoyed the story and most of the characters.