Left Drowning

Left Drowning, Book 1

By: Jessica Park

Narrated by: Arielle DeLisle

What does it take to rise from life's depths, swim against the current, and breathe?

Weighted down by the loss of her parents, Blythe McGuire struggles to keep her head above water as she trudges through her last year at Matthews College. Then a chance meeting sends Blythe crashing into something she doesn't expect - an undeniable attraction to a dark-haired senior named Chris Shepherd, whose past may be even more complicated than her own. As their relationship deepens, Chris pulls Blythe out of the stupor she's been in since the night a fire took half her family. She begins to heal, and even, haltingly, to love this guy who helps her find new paths to pleasure and self-discovery. But as Blythe moves into calmer waters, she realizes Chris is the one still strangled by his family's traumatic history. As dark currents threaten to pull him under, Blythe may be the only person who can keep him from drowning.

This audiobook is intended for mature audiences due to strong language and sexual content.

Note: Due to mature content recommended for Ages 17+

©2013 Jessica Park (P)2013 Brilliance Audio, all rights reserved.

Emotional and Gripping!

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This was a magnificent read! I was taken on an emotional and gripping Rollercoaster ride. I always look forward to reading Ms. Park's books, the way she expresses the characters feelings is outstanding. I literally feel it as I read it. I really enjoyed the interaction amongst the siblings and how they rallied together.

Intense.

So well written. Extremely emotional but still filled with joy, humor and healing. Loved the siblings.

Hurt and healing in the best way possible.

Not that it's any surprise, but I absolutely loved this book. All of Jessica Parker's stories are great - I don't know why I never read this one. The emotions in this one are so raw and heartbreaking, and so many times I felt my eyes filling as I was working and listening to this book. The narration is excellent. Ms. DeLisle brings the characters to life and makes you feel Chris and Blythe's mutual pain and suffering, and then healing. Gah, I'm so overwhelmed, I don't even know what to say. Just listen to it.

50 shades of grey

Basically porn about halfway through the book . Started out with a very vague back story but was intriguing. Ended up fast forwarding through the sex to get back to the story.

Loved It

Would you consider the audio edition of Left Drowning to be better than the print version?

I didn't read much of the print version so I can't honestly say.

Who was your favorite character and why?

I loved Sioban, he was so over the top and adorable.

Which scene was your favorite?

There were too many scenes to deem a favorite but maybe one of the flashback scenes at the lake. It was sweet.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

I laughed and cried. Everyone in this story was amazing and it was just so heartfelt.

Any additional comments?

I recommend this to anyone looking for a great read. The characters are great, the story is great. Just a great read overall :).