This is life, not a rehearsal...When River auditions for a part in an inter-school performance of Romeo and Juliet, she finds herself smitten by Flynn, the boy playing Romeo. River believes in romantic love, and she can't wait to experience it. But Flynn comes from a damaged family - is he even capable of giving River what she wants? The path of true love never did run smooth...
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Sophie McKenzie was born and brought up in London, where she still lives with her teenage son. She has worked as a journalist and a magazine editor, and now writes full time. Her debut was the multi-award winning Girl, Missing (2006), and she is also the author of Blood Ties and sequel, Blood Ransom, The Medusa Project series, and the Luke and Eve trilogy. She has tallied up numerous award wins and has twice been longlisted for the Carnegie Medal.
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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
By ghybjkl
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So I am an avid reader of Sophie McKenzie, being 15 now I guess I'm getting a little old to be reading them but I still enjoy her previous books, which I found more action packed than this one.
Sophie McKenzie's previous books have always been amazing for me, mainly because of the action in them mixed with everything else like a little romance, this however was lacking the action; I felt. The romance was there; definitely. The action however, was not. Being me, I like my books with something always happening, with a twist to the plot for example. This book however, I thought was very predictable and I guessed what would happen from the beginning.
The book was of course superbly written as usual, I felt a connection with the characters and just the general way McKenzie describes settings and characters is as brilliant as ever. I just felt it was missing something; mainly like I said, action. The story felt slow to me and the same thing seemed to happen over and over again.
I am unclear on her target audience. I am 15 and I felt the book was aimed at my kind of age maybe 13-16, for me however it was an easy read but I understood everything River was going through because she is my age. I would recommend this to girls aged 13-16 who want a little bit of light reading; a book that doesn't need much thought but one that is a good read overall.
In the future I think I will stick to Mckenzie's more action-packed series!
Don't let me put you off however, it is as always one of her books that you can't put down and I finished it in a few hours and would not stop reading it, defiantly a great book for those who like a story full of romance, but not one for those who like adventure; you decide.
Sophie McKenzie's previous books have always been amazing for me, mainly because of the action in them mixed with everything else like a little romance, this however was lacking the action; I felt. The romance was there; definitely. The action however, was not. Being me, I like my books with something always happening, with a twist to the plot for example. This book however, I thought was very predictable and I guessed what would happen from the beginning.
The book was of course superbly written as usual, I felt a connection with the characters and just the general way McKenzie describes settings and characters is as brilliant as ever. I just felt it was missing something; mainly like I said, action. The story felt slow to me and the same thing seemed to happen over and over again.
I am unclear on her target audience. I am 15 and I felt the book was aimed at my kind of age maybe 13-16, for me however it was an easy read but I understood everything River was going through because she is my age. I would recommend this to girls aged 13-16 who want a little bit of light reading; a book that doesn't need much thought but one that is a good read overall.
In the future I think I will stick to Mckenzie's more action-packed series!
Don't let me put you off however, it is as always one of her books that you can't put down and I finished it in a few hours and would not stop reading it, defiantly a great book for those who like a story full of romance, but not one for those who like adventure; you decide.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars
A YA that doesn't shy away from the issue of sexual relationships amongst teens.
19 Mar 2012
By Vivienne Serendipity
TOP 1000 REVIEWER
Format:Paperback
Falling Fast in the first book in a new contemporary series by one of Britain's favourite YA authors. I have read a few books by Sophie McKenzie and I know that I am always guaranteed a really good read. The book is a lovely contemporary romance based around the Shakespearean play Romeo and Juliet.
River, the main female character is looking for love. Romantic love, just like she has seen in the movies. What she gets is reality love; falling for the dark, brooding Flynn who arrives with a whole host of problems. River finds it difficult to deal with her relationship with Flynn; he keeps everything hidden, so River never knows where she stands with him. It is interesting to watch as she tries to interpret his feelings throughout the story. River is very innocent throughout the book, which does get a little annoying, but as the romance progresses, you discover her maturing a little.
This book talks a lot about sex, which surprised me quite a bit. Although I do think it is good that the author didn't shy away from the subject. Kids of a similar age do tend to have sex on the brain, and Sophie deals with realistically. I felt this book was giving young girls an underlying message, letting them know that it is fine to say no to sex. If they are not ready, they shouldn't feel pushed into it.
I liked Flynn, even though he was headstrong and moody and probably isn't everyone choice. He had this whole Heathcliff vibe about him. He reminded me of a boy I used to know when I was the same age as River. To be honest, I almost felt Sophie must have known him too, because it felt like she was writing about him; his life almost mirrored Flynn's.
I really liked the Romeo and Juliet connections within the story. How the romance between Flynn and River developed at a similar pace.... Read more ›
River, the main female character is looking for love. Romantic love, just like she has seen in the movies. What she gets is reality love; falling for the dark, brooding Flynn who arrives with a whole host of problems. River finds it difficult to deal with her relationship with Flynn; he keeps everything hidden, so River never knows where she stands with him. It is interesting to watch as she tries to interpret his feelings throughout the story. River is very innocent throughout the book, which does get a little annoying, but as the romance progresses, you discover her maturing a little.
This book talks a lot about sex, which surprised me quite a bit. Although I do think it is good that the author didn't shy away from the subject. Kids of a similar age do tend to have sex on the brain, and Sophie deals with realistically. I felt this book was giving young girls an underlying message, letting them know that it is fine to say no to sex. If they are not ready, they shouldn't feel pushed into it.
I liked Flynn, even though he was headstrong and moody and probably isn't everyone choice. He had this whole Heathcliff vibe about him. He reminded me of a boy I used to know when I was the same age as River. To be honest, I almost felt Sophie must have known him too, because it felt like she was writing about him; his life almost mirrored Flynn's.
I really liked the Romeo and Juliet connections within the story. How the romance between Flynn and River developed at a similar pace.... Read more ›
By Thorpetta
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So romantic, and thrilling, hats of to you once again Sophie. They are soo as a couple and I love emmi and grace!! Happy reading xxx
By Mary Mace
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even though I have a kindle when I see a really good book I always want to have a hard copy in paper and this book is amazing and you really do get hooked I would recommend to anyone
By mm
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I really enjoyed this book as i have read alot of sophie mckenzie books. I enjoyed that it was quite different from her previous novels :)
By Daisy
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I love Sophie Mckenzies books, this was another one to add to the books I have read by her and yet again it was brilliant !! Would definitely recommend to teenagers 13+ as we are going through similar situations as River, Emmi and Grace.
By Mrs Barbour
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Love this book !!! Can't wait till the next book in the series is out !!! Best book ever :)
By Emily Cooke
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This book was so gripping, I finished it in a day! Amazing! Can't wait to read another of Sophie McKenzie's books.
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1.0 out of 5 stars
disappointed
i was not familiar with Sophie McKenzie's work and therefore did not realise she wrote for teens. this was a disappointing purchase for me.
Published 3 months ago by wendy
5.0 out of 5 stars
A FANTASTIC read!!!!!!!!!!!!
It is a fabulous book with a great story line. get ready to find yourself getting drawn into the unpredictable world of River, a girl who is living a nice life but has always felt... Read more
Published 4 months ago by sarah breese
5.0 out of 5 stars
Ideal for young teenagers
I bought this book for my 13 year Grandaughter she loves all of Sophie McKenzie books, and anything that gets youngsters to read get's my thumbs up
Published 4 months ago by Mrs D Ransome
5.0 out of 5 stars
Very god
I loved this book and found it deeply full of emotions and how one`s poverty can affect their whole life.
Published 4 months ago by Mollie Vander
5.0 out of 5 stars
Falling Fast
This is a great book. I liked it very much and I would like to recommend it to other 11 year olds.
Published 5 months ago by helene
5.0 out of 5 stars
Amazing
This book is so good this is my 3rd time reading it amazing
I love how she has so many feelings and Flynn is angry but still loving :)
I love how she has so many feelings and Flynn is angry but still loving :)
Published 5 months ago by Emma
5.0 out of 5 stars
Falling Fast
Chosen as a present from granddaughters wish list and read already. Obviously very much enjoyed. Arrived on time for Chrostmas.
Published 5 months ago by Mrs Margaret J Hall
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