Reviewed by Sam@WLABB on
These stories about losing your way and finding your new life goals seem to be making their way to me lately. I don't know if it's the universe trying to tell me something or what, but I really enjoyed accompanying Avery on her personal journey.
There was no doubt, that she had been struggling for years. Her life had been eat, breathe, sleep gymnastics for so long, and without a plan B, she was left with no direction. She lost her drive and ambition, but wow! It was so wonderful to see her rekindle that spark. I was so happy for her, when she was able to find her place in the sport again, even if her role was different.
I liked that there was a LOT of gymnastics in this book too. Orenstein showed the good, the bad, and the ugly side of the sport. I got to experience the highs and lows, that come with winning and losing, and saw the physical and mental toll the sport could take on an athlete. The author also included sub plots involving toxic coaching and the sexual abuse scandal, that rocked US women's gymnastics, which were both timely and relevant.
Though this wasn't the rom-com I was expecting, I found myself captivated and fully invested in Avery's comeback.
*ARC provided in exchange for an honest review.
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Reading updates
- Started reading
- 5 June, 2020: Finished reading
- 5 June, 2020: Reviewed