Layover

Reviewed by: Jan Hamilton - Longcreek Correctional , South Portland, Southern Maine Library District

Review Date: September 12, 2018

Review

A flight layover in LA offers three step siblings an opportunity to duck the family vacation that is bound to expose bad news. The problem is that the book is unrealistic mostly in terms of normal teen and sibling behavior. These characters have the financial means and connections to live high for three days where normal runaways are more apt to find themselves on the streets.

The description of the city is fun to follow, who does not want to see the famous Hollywood sign? This reader's favorite character is that of the younger sister Poppy but she is not one of the two main characters. As a first novel this is a good work but not a necessary purchase for libraries. Layover contains sexual scenes and illegal substances; there are mature teen readers who can deal and who will totally enjoy the adventure. Look toward future work by these two authors.

Overall Book Score: good