The Heartbreakers

Author: Ali Novak

Series: The Hearbreaker Chronicles

Genre: Contemporary, Romance, Chick-Lit

Release Date: August 4, 2015

Summary: Stella will do anything for her sister—even stand in line for an autographed Heartbreakers CD... for three hours. At least she met a cute boy at the Starbucks beforehand. A blue-eyed boy who looks an awful lot like... Oliver Perry. Of course Starbucks guy is the lead singer for her least favorite band. Thanks, universe. But there may be more to Oliver than his world-famous charm, because even after she insults his music—to his face—he still gives her his number. Seriously, what is her life? But how can Stella even think about being with Oliver—dating and laughing and pulling pranks with the band—when her sister could be dying of cancer?

Review:

 **WARNING! This review contains some minor spoilers!!**

Isn't that cover the cutest?! I've read Novak's previous novel, My Life With The Walter Boys, and really enjoyed that one so why not pick up her latest release?

The Heartbreakers was such a great read! I was drawn into and devoted to Stella's life from page one. She, Drew, and Cara had such a great relationship! I loved that they were triplets! That is one thing that I wasn't expecting starting out. Their chemistry was so real! They argued, loved, and helped each other the entire novel! I couldn't get enough of their interactions! Family was presented perfectly and realistic which I really enjoyed!

So, The Heartbreakers are like, a boy band, but not because they all actually play instruments and stuff. You have JJ, Oliver, Alec, and Xander. The friendship, bond and overall connection between the band members was on point! The pranks they played on each other, also, were top notch and kept me laughing long after I'd read them. Especially the one involving Stella and Drew. *begins laughing* I can't, I just, I cant!! hahahahaha

I loved that Stella was able to, in a way, find herself and follow her passion of photography throughout the novel. I also enjoyed that *spoiler* Cara didn't die! I honestly was waiting for some "The Fault in Our Stars" or "Me, Earl, and the Dying Girl" action and guess what, it never happened! Haha, that alone bumped this read up to 5 stars for me! A happy ending, I mean, it doesn't get better than that!

If you're a fan of YA contemporary romances, I'd highly recommend this one. It;s the perfect blend of sweet, hilarious, adorable, and touching! Definitely one to look into!

My Life With The Walter Boys

Author: Ali Novak
Series: My Life With The Walter Boys #1
Genre: Contemporary, Romance, Chick-Lit
Release Date: March 1, 2014

Summary: Sixteen-year-old Jackie Howard is devastated when her parents are killed in a car accident. She has no one to turn to except for her mom's best friend Katherine Walter. Jackie quickly discovers that Katherine is no stranger to being a mom-she's got twelve boys! And every single one is a handful... Adjusting to life with the Walter boys is not going to be easy, especially when two of them start to show an interest that definitely goes beyond brotherly.

Review: First off, if you've read Megan Meade's Guide to the McGowan Boys and enjoyed it, there is no doubt that you'll enjoy My Life With The Walter Boys. The number one reason for this is that these two books are basically identical (small differences here and there but nothing really major). That being the story of a girl who moves into a household of incredibly gorgeous boys (most of which are around her age), falling for 2, and then having to choose between the two. I actually enjoyed My Life With The Walter Boys more than Megan Meade's Guide to the McGowan Boys mainly because I liked Jackie (the MC) and dialogue a little better. I felt that the Walter Boys had a lot more sarcasm (my absolute fave) and overall comedic sense than the McGowan Boys. This was such a lovable and entertaining piece of work! It was great to see Jackie go from being a "goody-too shoes" to embracing the unknowns of life. The ending wasn't quite my favorite, but I was okay with it since there is going to be a sequel (still untitled but with the expected publication of late 2015) which I'm totally looking forward too!! This is an amazingly sweet book that's great for the upcoming winter days where you may or may not be forced to stay inside with some hot chocolate! ;)