I read REBOUND by Heather Justesen a few weeks ago. I've read/watched so many stories where the love interests like each other for such superfluous reasons. And the demonstration of that love is often so one-dimensional (can we say physical intimacy, anyone?).But then I read about Curtis. He finds a girl he likes. Lily is that girl and--what do you know--she comes with baggage. She has two small children, is recently divorced, and is working desperately to get out of debt. But what does Curtis do to win her love? Or even just to be himself?
He babysits for her. Of course that trashes his clothes.
He speaks at her school against drugs to help her retain her job--which is huge since he hates public speaking and the kids look up to him since he's a basketball star.
He helps Lily fix her car.
He likes her best when she's a mess--he doesn't have to see her all dolled up.
For me, this was a great reminder of true romance. It's not wining and dining and sex. We help each other. We love each other. Heather, thank you for sharing this.
sounds sweet. True love isn't wining and dining - it might be sex though - hee hee.
ReplyDeleteThat does sound sweet. Kinda reminds me of what's happening in my life right now (minus the kids). lol.
ReplyDeleteBut that's a whole other story. lol
Happy Friday!
How very refreshing in a jaded world. Definitely sounds like a heartwarming read.
ReplyDeleteHope you and your little ones are doing something fun to survive this heat. Have a great weekend!
Sounds like a great read.
ReplyDeleteMuch deeper than most.
How very true. I think sometimes people forget what love is all about and maybe this is why divorce is on the rise.
ReplyDeleteThis sounds like such a sweet book and shows what true love is really about.
ReplyDeleteI appreciate the realistic portrayal of Curtis’ actions demonstrating genuine care.
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