Reading  Response #3: Live through this
          

                                      This book follows a sixteen year old girl named Coley. On the outside she seems to be a normal high school student, on the dance tame, great friends, and now a cute boyfriend named Reece. However, Coley has a deep dark secret and has never told a soul, Afraid of thee consequences. After stealing Coley and older brother away from their abusive father, her mother has spent her entire life protecting them . This secret would destroy her mother, but it is slowly destroying Coley. This book is very descriptive and has some mature content. I would not suggest this to someone who is offended by mature content such as this book contains. Mindi Scott (the author) does an amazing job in writing a book that pushes the boundaries.


                                            Coley is described as a simple minded teen who is just living out her high school career. Although there is a lot more than meets the eye though. Coley does not have a normal relationship with her brother, and it causes havoc when Reece (her new boyfriend) comes into the picture. During a family ski vacation in Canada Coley's older brother, Brian, does something that changes Coley forever. Coley is a strong character even through her struggles. She has strong opinions and a big influence on her friends.