what_katie_read_in_ca 's review for:

Pivot Point by Kasie West

4.0

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Addie Coleman possesses the ability to explore her possible futures—she lives in a community of people who are above average—each person holds some kind of super-ability. The community is separate from the “Norms,” those who do not possess any kind of superpower. When Addie’s parents divorce, she decides to explore the six weeks spent in both options—the one with her mom, and the one with her dad. Even while she discovers romance and happiness in both worlds, her exploration reveals that secrets and danger also await her. How will she choose the right life to live? Pivot Point offers a fascinating premise that invites readers to think about how each of our choices sets in motion a whole different world of events and possibilities. I did want to see a little more development with some of the other characters in the story, but the strong plot and premise awarded this book 4 out of 5 stars.

Young adults and adults who enjoyed the film Sliding Doors will like this story that offers both of the protagonist’s choices for a major life event. Kaisie West definitely knows how to keep us on the edge of our seats with the back and forth between both worlds, so readers that gravitate toward such a forward pulling narrative should pick it up. I also think West is fantastic with dialogue–I especially enjoyed the friendship between Addie and Laila.

-Review posted at www.spiritofchildrensliterature.com