My Anti-Hero

by Tijan

[Nadz@Totally Addicted to Reading]

I received this book for free in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.Prior experience with the author's work led to high expectations for My Anti-Hero. Now, while I found the story to be okay, it did not have the impact I hoped for. In other words, it did not blow me away.

My Anti-Hero, introduces readers to Billie and Brett. Two individuals whose horrifying childhood experiences caused them to experience significant life-altering events. These two survivors avoided social interaction at all costs and lived their lives according to their own terms. However, a meet-cute situation at a local television station will bring pleasant and turbulent changes they both never saw coming.

Chickens played a role in helping Billie cope with the after-effects of her trauma. After all, they didn't judge her for a past over which she had no control. Although a loving family adopted her, Billie had difficulty embracing them. A knee-jerk reaction to her experiences. Therefore, seeing her gravitate so quickly towards Brett the moment he came into her life was surprising, to say the least.

Brett was a complex character. With a difficult upbringing, he faced a life of crime, but football took him in another direction. A sport to which he was introduced late in his life. Despite finding emotional strength and a sense of freedom from playing football, Brett struggled to let go of his past. As a result, he lived his life in isolation until that fateful day when Billie came tripping into his life.

The romance failed to grab me in the way I hoped it would. Normally, I don't have issues with insta-love, but this one did not work for me. Lust drove their relationship, and the lack of an emotional connection diminished its authenticity.

The suspense element, which originated as a result of Billie's past, intrigued me and had me wondering how it would play out.  Billie survived a serial killer when she was twelve years old, and it would appear that a copycat was trying to get her attention. The revelations surrounding this aspect of the story were enlightening. Discovering the identity of the serial killer was eye-opening. As for the copycat, this was a case of the apple not falling far from the tree.

Honestly, I am glad I listened to the audiobook. I probably would have given up on the story if I solely relied on the e-book. Teddy Hamilton and Andi Ardnt gave life to the story, therefore making it a pleasant listen.This review was originally posted on Totally Addicted to Reading