Going Too Far

I finished this book mere moments ago, and my first reaction is to write a complete fan-girl review.

However, I am forcing myself to remain calm.

This book was impossible to put down. Right at the beginning, I was instantly drawn to Meg... I don't necessarily agree with the way she thinks (I really didn't like her attitude towards sex, but I am willing to overlook that because it's part of her personality and I don't judge) but I was intrigued by the things she did... I was so curious to figure out why she acted the way she did.

And then, John was introduced. I'm sure I'm not the only one who was immediately attracted to John. The chemistry and attraction between Meg was undeniable, and it made the book steamy and interesting. The fact that he was also overcoming an issue made me sympathize with both main characters.

I'd like to point out, this book was very smutty. This is not necessarily a bad thing: after all, I couldn't put it down, nor could I keep myself from smiling dumbly when it got to the mushy parts. That's just the hopeless romantic in me. But I almost wish that the book placed a bit more emphasis on Meg and John's fears. These fears basically defined who they were, and it seemed like it was placed second to their relationship, which made it hard for me to take their problems that seriously.

The resolution also seemed a bit rushed to me. It's almost unbelievable that one week of knowing each other and they can miraculously cure each other of their phobias they've had since childhood. I almost wish the ending wasn't quite so cheery and optimistic. But that's just me.

Overall, this book is good for some fluff and an interesting story, but I wouldn't expect anything extremely mind-blowing. I'd definitely recommend it, though, for a fun read.

Contest: Going too Far

I posted in my IMM post on Monday that I bought a copy of Going too Far. I also mentioned that I already had a copy. So, what am I going to do with my second copy???

I'm going to give it away, of course!

Entering this contest is pretty simple.

1. Comment this post. Any comment will do, but if you tell me something interesting and book related you will get an extra entry. =] Also, leave some way of me contacting you. Email or URL are both acceptable.

For even more extra entries:

2. Follow my blog. Easy enough, huh?

3. Post about it. Share the word. As long as you post it somewhere that other people can see it, you'll get this extra entry.

So that's it. I do have a few rules, however.

1. Please, only one comment per person. Leave all your entries in one comment, it will be easier that way.

2. US residents only.

Now that I got all that said, I wish you all the very best of luck! The contest will end on Saturday July 31st. That gives ya'll two weeks (and one day) to enter!

In My Mailbox: Week 2

Information about In My Mailbox can be found here on The Story Siren's blog!
Once again, no literal mailbox books. However, I did buy three books. =]

1. Going Too Far by Jennifer Echols

Why?
Well, I already own a copy of this book. Why might I need another one? First of all, it was a deal too good to pass up. Also, I am thinking of hosting something that starts with a "c" and ends with a "t". Sounds fun, huh?



2. College Girl by Patricia Weitz

Why?
I was on my way to my college orientation... anything having to do with college just made me excited. And once again, the deal was too good to pass up.






3. How it Ends by Laura Wiess

Why?
I LOVED her first two books, and I've wanted to read this for the longest time. Now I finally have the chance!





I also received a book from college orientation.

4. How Starbucks Saved My Life by Michael Gates Gill

Why?
We're supposed to read, and discuss at the beginning of the school year. Sounds good to me. :)





Jane