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A review by daylafm
Addicted to You by Colina Brennan
4.0
Review first appeared on my blog: Book Addict 24-7
I received a copy in exchange for an honest review
Addicted to You by Colina Brennan is a new adult novel that focuses on the interesting topic of sex addiction. Ironically enough, unlike other new adult novels, which mainly focus on characters getting it on, this novel strives to show characters who practice a little more self-control--though in all actuality, they are incredibly attracted to each other. The sexual tension between the two characters makes this an enticing read, but it is the surprising depth to the female protagonist, Leah, that makes this one a different kind of read.
Leah is described, on various occasions, as the “Ice Queen” because she doesn’t dare show her emotions on her sleeves. Will, the male protagonist, immediately sees through that and though that is incredibly unrealistic, you can’t help but sigh and smile at how this handsome character somehow knows what to say, and when to say the appropriate things.
The coupling works for me because the two characters seem to balance each other out. While one struggles with her identity, the other struggles with a lie that may tear them apart. Another important relationship to take note of is that of Leah and her little brother, who is mainly under her care because of their mother’s neglect. Leah’s brother brings out a different side of Leah, making her appear more human and complex than we ever imagined her to be.
The prose is quickly paced--making the book an easy one-day read. The connections between the characters are made clear thanks to the successful use of dialogue.
What I like most about Addicted to You, however, is the fact that this book deals with common issues--i.e. family relationships, the love vs. sex debate, the difficulties with trust, and the importance of friendship and how everything, in a way, is connected.
I would recommend Addicted to You to an audience who is 18+, since there are explicit scenes. Other than that, however, Brennan offers a heartfelt story that showcases a character’s growth, despite her less than stellar childhood.
I received a copy in exchange for an honest review
Addicted to You by Colina Brennan is a new adult novel that focuses on the interesting topic of sex addiction. Ironically enough, unlike other new adult novels, which mainly focus on characters getting it on, this novel strives to show characters who practice a little more self-control--though in all actuality, they are incredibly attracted to each other. The sexual tension between the two characters makes this an enticing read, but it is the surprising depth to the female protagonist, Leah, that makes this one a different kind of read.
Leah is described, on various occasions, as the “Ice Queen” because she doesn’t dare show her emotions on her sleeves. Will, the male protagonist, immediately sees through that and though that is incredibly unrealistic, you can’t help but sigh and smile at how this handsome character somehow knows what to say, and when to say the appropriate things.
The coupling works for me because the two characters seem to balance each other out. While one struggles with her identity, the other struggles with a lie that may tear them apart. Another important relationship to take note of is that of Leah and her little brother, who is mainly under her care because of their mother’s neglect. Leah’s brother brings out a different side of Leah, making her appear more human and complex than we ever imagined her to be.
The prose is quickly paced--making the book an easy one-day read. The connections between the characters are made clear thanks to the successful use of dialogue.
What I like most about Addicted to You, however, is the fact that this book deals with common issues--i.e. family relationships, the love vs. sex debate, the difficulties with trust, and the importance of friendship and how everything, in a way, is connected.
I would recommend Addicted to You to an audience who is 18+, since there are explicit scenes. Other than that, however, Brennan offers a heartfelt story that showcases a character’s growth, despite her less than stellar childhood.