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kerosenelit 's review for:
The Backtrack
by Erin La Rosa
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
When her (absolutely hilarious) grandmother announces her plans to sell the family home, Sam reluctantly heads back to Tybee Island, Georgia to help. With her old bedroom practically untouched, Sam finds her Walkman still loaded with the burnt CD made by her childhood best friend, Damon.
... But when it turns on, Sam is transported to an alternate version of her life—one where she never left her small town eleven years ago. Through each emo anthem played, Sam receives a glimpse of what her life could have been, uncovering both the ups and downs of each path.
In a way, it was a reminder that sometimes everything happens for a reason. I liked that neither life was exactly perfect for Sam. The chemistry with Damon was more apparent in the alternate timeline, but I also just really loved the fun dive into pop culture during the 2000s. The fashion! What a time.
A bit more palpable tension between Sam and Damon in the present timeline would have been nice, I think, but overall I always love the magical concept of what if and this was an enjoyable, mostly lighthearted take on it.
(heat level: one open-door scene, explicit details)
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own
... But when it turns on, Sam is transported to an alternate version of her life—one where she never left her small town eleven years ago. Through each emo anthem played, Sam receives a glimpse of what her life could have been, uncovering both the ups and downs of each path.
In a way, it was a reminder that sometimes everything happens for a reason. I liked that neither life was exactly perfect for Sam. The chemistry with Damon was more apparent in the alternate timeline, but I also just really loved the fun dive into pop culture during the 2000s. The fashion! What a time.
A bit more palpable tension between Sam and Damon in the present timeline would have been nice, I think, but overall I always love the magical concept of what if and this was an enjoyable, mostly lighthearted take on it.
(heat level: one open-door scene, explicit details)
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own