The Do-Over

I've read or listened to nearly everything that Georgia Beers has written. There are plenty of good stories out there from her, but by this story by far touched me in a way that her others haven't. I love stories that are nostalgic and have roots in our years as high schoolers. This story teases bits and pieces as the characters flashback now and again allowing you to see them when they were in high school, how one of the main character, Izzy (Bella) is treated as she is questioning her sexuality growing up and how she was teased and bullied by a group that included the girl that she fantasized about, Easton.

The two women meet as adults, only Easton does not recognize Bella, but Bella sure recognizes Easton. Her roughest days as a kid were spent trying to get away from her and her bullying friends. She decides not to tell Easton who she is and the two gradually draw closer to each other.

The story setup is so great. By the end, I was literally tearing up as I read the last few pages. Beers has artfully woven a beautiful story of redemption and love that I will certainly come back to many times.

I highly recommend this book for anyone looking for a beautiful love story that shows the power of forgiveness.

I was provided an ARC of this book through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.