When Buck sexually assaults her a second time she doesn't even think about reporting him or show any more concern for her safety (with the exception of avoiding the stairwell where the second attack took place). She worries that it was her fault but there are no accompanied feelings of misplaced shame or strong feelings of regret about her behavior. Even her emotions directly after the assault don't ring true. Instead of thinking about the assault or struggling to forget about it, she obsesses over her crush, Lucas, and her breakup with her ex boyfriend. She shows no fear or hypervigilance except when she's face-to-face with her attacker, she doesn't alter her behavior, and she's ready to jump into bed with a guy only two weeks after the assault. In short, it doesn't seem to have the kind of impact on her thoughts or behaviors that I would expect. My chief complaint about this novel is Jacqueline's unrealistic reaction to being sexually assaulted. Warning: Incredibly long review that attempts to justify my outlier rating. But having a good message does not excuse awful characterization, unrealistic plot points, or poor writing. The only positive thing I can say about this novel is that it emphasizes the message that rape is never a woman's fault, which is an important message. I feel like I read a completely different book from everyone else.
Not one single friend rated this book less than three stars and I couldn't manage to rate it more than one. More reviews and other fantastical things at my blog Cuddlebuggery Book Blog. So basically, what I'm trying to say: The highest of recommendations. AGAIN and I'm like:īy the end of the book, I'm in a glass case of emotions and I'm like: Then Lucas and Jacqueline get into a spat and I'm like, "WHY?" Then another girl is attacked and that fucktard RUINED her and people were concerned about his reputation, I was like:Īt that point, I needed to take a break, because this book was tearing me up inside. Then she had to endure being harassed by that asshat again and endure shame from the student body, I was like: When Jacqueline was attacked in the beginning I was like: This book was so powerful, so amazing, so emotional. It's been a while since I've added a book to my all-time-favorites shelf. And the entire ending was just sheer perfection! But I will give a warning to some: There are a few disturbing scenes and if this is a trigger for you, it may be best to skip. The scene where the sorority leader gave that speech on rape had me in tears. The playful banter between Jacqueline and Lucas during their email exchanges was incredibly sweet. This book was filled with so many moments that just made me sigh inwardly or cheer on. And if there is anything I've taken away from the story it's that I need to enroll in a women's self-defense class in the near future. But Easy showed not only how a victim feels after an attack, but how a family copes and how a community reacts. But I think she did it very well and touched on many of the myths that are attached to rape. And I'll admit to being worried about how Webber would handle such a delicate topic. It says something about a book that can do that do you.Įasy surprised me right from the start with a very troubling scene of Jacqueline being attacked, making my heart jump into my stomach. I finished it almost two weeks ago and I still think about the characters because I was on such an emotional roller coaster, fully immersed, while reading. Okay, let's get right down to business: Easy is one of the best books I've ever read. ▪ Genre/Category: College Romance/New Adult This book has, without a doubt, become one of my unforgettable favorites!
I was pleased to see that this issue was not glossed over and was handled with a delicate but effective grace that kept the story from taking a turn towards the dark side.Ībove all things fun and enjoyable in this sexy read was an important message of personal strength, forgiveness, and hope. This story also touches on the subject of rape in a very tasteful and classy manner, all while undeniably conveying the seriousness of this horrid offense. The writing was AMAZING, and the story flowed like a catchy song.There was a cute and wonderful twist that had me smiling like a fool. I loved the characters and was able to build a close connection with them immediately. I absolutely adored this book! It was sweet, funny, sensual- with a touch of angst in all the right places. If it were not for this amazing social, book-reading-way-better-than-facebook network, I would have never even heard of these incredible books that I've been reading! And "Easy" is a prime example.
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