Expat Amber

Runaway Train is about a journey of self-discovery that begins with tragedy in 1993. Nico escapes her troubled life and goes on a road trip to Seattle, encountering a wild cast of characters along the way. Through music, she learns to confront her fears, face her past, and embrace her future. Do you remember the grunge scene and the cast of 90210? Even if you don't, the soundtrack chapters of this book will transport you directly into the mosh pit of raw teen angst. Before cell phones captured everything about our lives, mix tapes and Polaroids told our tales. Personally, I was on my own path of self-destruction at the time, so this story really resonated with me – pulling at memories long forgotten for good reason. By the end, I was glad to have been along for the ride. “Memory can be a fickle thing. We choose what we want to remember. So, forget everything else about today, and remember it as the day you made that mountain your bitch.” I liked it and gave it three stars.  This b

One summer morning, Elle's life changed forever the moment she dove into the pond at The Paper Palace – the one place that knows all her secrets. Within the next twenty-four hours, a journey of fifty years leads to a decision that changes everything. Do you remember answering machines and sea monkeys?  Even if you don't, you'll connect with the choices that can make and break us. Jumping from one memory of a moment to another, the story spans half a century. Especially if you enjoy descriptive detail, you’ll find yourself immersed in the smell of the salt air and the pang of regret. It was a slow burn for me, but the perfect Generation X beach read.  “I hate the way British people cook eggs.”  I liked it and gave it three stars.  This book was purchased from The Mysterious Bookcase. Discover a blind date with a new or preloved book here .