Author: Colleen Hoover
Series: Slammed (#2)
Pages: 320
Publisher: Atria Books
Date Published: August 10, 2012
Format: eBook
Source: Bought
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In the second book in the Slammed series by New York Times bestselling author Colleen Hoover, Layken and Will's relationship has endured through hardships, heartache, and a cruel twist of fate, further solidifying the fact that they belong together. But the two lovers could not have expected that the things that brought them together may ultimately be the things that tear them apart. Their connection is on the brink of being destroyed forever and it will take an extraordinary amount of willpower to keep their love afloat.
Layken is left questioning the very foundation on which her relationship with Will was built. Will is left questioning how he can prove his love for a girl who can't seem to stop "carving pumpkins." Upon finding the answers that may bring peace back into their relationship, the couple comes across an even greater challenge—one that could change not only their lives but the lives of everyone who depend on them.
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Fave Quote:
“I brush her hair out of her eyes and run my finger along the edge of her face. "I love you, Lake."
"Say it again," she says.
I kiss her forehead and repeat what I said. "I love you, Lake."
"One more time."
"I." I kiss her lips. "And love." I kiss them again. "And you."
"I love you, too.”
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"Say it again," she says.
I kiss her forehead and repeat what I said. "I love you, Lake."
"One more time."
"I." I kiss her lips. "And love." I kiss them again. "And you."
"I love you, too.”
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Once again I'm tasked with writing a review for a book that left me speechless. I feel like nothing I have to say could possibly do justice to this amazing book. Just like Slammed, Point of Retreat snagged me from the first page, and it never let me go. While Slammed is told from Lake's point of view, with Point of Retreat we get to see into Will's soul. Hearing the story from his point of view was great. I butterflying loved it!! For those of you who will read the next line and STOP READING like I ask, all I can say is go now and read Slammed! You will not regret it! Then, come back and read this review if you want. But, if you're like me you'll know you MUST read Point of Retreat no matter what!
**If you have NOT read Slammed PLEASE DO NOT READ ANY FURTHER! While there are no spoilers for Point of Retreat below there will be spoilers for Slammed!**
Point of Retreat starts off right where Slammed leaves us. Will has custody of Caulder and Lake has custody of Kel. Both Will and Lake are in college. Of course, Eddie and Gavin are still their best friends, and they are great supporting characters once again! Will and Lake have settled into a sort of routine, and things are working for them. Things are good. But, when Will starts class his last semester he's surprised to see his ex-girlfriend, Vaughn, in his class. When she starts to question his relationship with Lake things spiral out of control. Lake begins to wonder if maybe the only reason they're together is because they're both raising their brothers. Maybe they're together for the wrong reasons.
I'm not sure what else I can say about this book that I haven't already said! I totally adore each and every character in this book. Will is amazing. I love how romantic he is. I love the poetry he writes. I love how dedicated he is to the people he cares for. He's raising his little brother, which means he's had to work extra hard and give up his own youth. Not very many guys would be able to pull off the accomplishments he has. Lake is much more mature in Point of Retreat. She didn't have much choice but to grow up. Even though she was given the opportunity to have the college life most kids her age would want she chose to grow up fast and take on the parent role with her brother. Eddie and Gavin have a lot going on with them in this book, and I love both of their characters. The devotion to each other is so romantic, and I love how they stick by Will and Lake. Kel and Caulder are just as hilarious in Point of Retreat...maybe more so! They love to get under their teacher's skin. They have a new friend, Kiersten, and she is my favorite character! I love her quirky little mind!! Point of Retreat doesn't have as much poetry in it, but the poetry is does have is amazing and extremely emotional. The slams again play a big part in the lives of the characters. Colleen Hoover has wormed her way into my heart, and I cannot wait to see what the future holds for her! If this series is anything to judge by we'll be seeing a lot of amazing things!
5 Stars * * * * *
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