The Bridge from Me to You by Lisa Schroeder | Rating: ★★★★☆"I’ve always thought a bridge is like a good friend, holding a hand out to help you along on the more difficult parts of your journey."
In Lisa Schroeder’s latest release, out July 29th 2014, we find the voices of two very different — yet very similar — teenagers meshing together as they meet one another during just the right moments of their lives. And in truth, both characters are likeable and realistic to a degree that most authors fail to reach.
My review will be spoiler free and to the point. I’d like to acknowledge, as well, that I received an ARC of this novel in exchange for an honest review. This, in no way, effects my thoughts on this heartwarming story of first loves, the struggles of life and all that may fall into place during life’s ups and downs.
We first meet Lauren, who’s part of the story is told primarily in free verse — very simple and settled. Although her narrations are the shortest of the two, it is her story and background that feels the most real. It takes quite a bit of talent in writing, and knowledge of your characters, to manage to bring us into their mind through something as simple as free verse. And Lisa does just that — Lauren remains real and mysterious.
Most importantly, she is a fascinating mind to step into. And you love her instantly. You grow to feel strongly for her — for all that she has gone through in life. Lauren is the new girl in a small town, having been sent to live with her aunt and uncle under mysterious circumstances. In her narration we’re shown how lonely and out of place she feels in this new location and are left wondering what has happened to her in the past.
