Departures is a book about two girls and their very different holiday weekends. When 17-year-old Christy returns from California to visit her childhood home, she is surprised that her old crush, Matthew, seems to be interested in her. But is it too soon to pursue a relationship after her heart wrenching breakup with Todd?
Sierra Jenson is 15-years-old, a little of a tomboy, and content. But while celebrating the Fourth of July with her best friend, Jana, Jana seems to want only one thing now-the attention of guys. When Jana starts openly flirting, Sierra feels the competition is on.
Read how both girls work through life relationship with guys, and more importantly, with God.
I didn't know what to expect from this book. Sometimes you have to be careful when reading romance, but I thought this book had a good balance of sweet love and age appropriate behavior. I don't know what is about the book that made me want to keep reading, but I did, into the night and early morning. It was simple writing, but good. A nice story. I think I would have like to see Christy and Sierra's lives intertwine more, but overall I really enjoyed the book and would love to read more from this author.
I received this book for free from WaterBrook Multnomah Publishing Group for this review. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own.
