Release: August, 12th
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“Oxford Whispers is a haunting tale about the power of history, heritage and love.” 4.5 stars and IndieReader Approved
“‘Oxford Whispers’ is one of those books which when reading makes me sigh quietly with happiness.” Kirsty at All in One Place
“I liked this book…I really bloody liked it.” Gliterary Girls
“This book has the perfect mix of everything. Mystery, Angst, Suspense, Romance, Paranormal, and straight up STEAMY moments!” YA Vixen
”If you are looking for a book filled with secrets and lies, ghosts and visions, romance and danger, look no further.” Tammy at Books, Bones and Buffy
I know, I know, it sounds totally cliché… But I have to be honest here: This book really took my breath away. I hadn’t felt that way since opening the first page of Twilight (the first book in the Saga, let’s be clear). I read an editorial review describing the “breathlessness of the first kiss,” and this is exactly what Perfect Chemistry inspired in me.
Yes, the end is somewhat rushed and breaks the nice flow of the book so far. Yes, Alex and Brittany are star-crossed lovers who are paired up (against their will) in a chemistry class. Yes, you can’t help comparing some of the themes and overall context with works like Twilight or West Side Story, or even Romeo & Juliet (Baz Luhrmann’s movie will be closer than Shakespeare’s Verona tale).
But, hey, no story out there is completely new.
What matters (to me, at least) is the truth of the characters, and therefore the truth of the author who created them. You can’t miss Simone Elkeles’s sincerity in her written words, in particular those spoken by Alex. You can’t miss how much of her heart she put in telling that story. And I guess, that’s what makes a great book.
So hurrah to Simone Elkeles for creating something so breathtaking (without the help of any vampire or werewolf). And hurrah to the star of the show… Alex Fuentes!
2 Responses to Perfect Chemistry by Simone Elkeles – Took My Breath Away
I have this one sitting on my shelf waiting to be read! I loved Simone’s Leaving Paradise series and I can’t wait to continue reading her other work. Great review. I look forward to reading this love story!
I am glad you liked the review, Melissa. I was very lucky and had the chance to talk to Simone at the Romance Writers of America’s conference last year in NYC. Believe me or not but I was totally in awe. She’s a great person as well as a great writer with so much panache and an awesome sense of humor. She deserves all the success she got. I’m looking forward to reading what you think of Perfect Chemistry. Cheers, Marion