A debut novel that pulls no punches

» Posted by on May 25, 2010 in What I'm Reading | 4 comments

If you like great gritty and realistic fiction, get your hands on a copy of Split by 2010 debut author Swati Avasthi.

This YA novel tells the story Jace Witherspoon, who flees an abusive father to try and start a new life with the older brother who escaped years before. But for Jace escaping from his past will take more than a long road trip and some new friends.

Split has some scenes that had my heart racing, including a few where I was so worried about what would happen that I wanted to do what I do while watching a horror movie – close my eyes. Problem is, it’s hard to read with your eyes closed. Thankfully, I was brave and kept my eyes open and was able to enjoy of Swati’s novel.

For fans of realistic fiction, I highly recommend Split.

4 Comments

  1. thanks for the suggestion! I love good book recommendations.
    .-= Terry Lynn Johnson´s last blog ..Random stuff =-.

  2. I’ve been looking forward to this one for a long time. It sounds like it’s going to be an amazing, profound book. Now that I’ve read your review I’m convinced it will be!
    .-= HeatherM´s last blog ..Celebrating Your Friends’ Success =-.

  3. Heather: It was a really good book.

  4. Terry: You’re welcome!

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