Sunday, December 14, 2008

Dreamland by Sarah Dessen

Two sisters - Cass and Caitlin - One an overachiever - The other not quite sure of herself. Cass, the older sister, runs off with her boyfriend seeking a life that is what she wants rather than what has always been expected of her. She leaves behind her younger sister, Caitlin, who now more than ever is unsure of what to think of her own life. Enter Rogerson - older - wild - wealthy - angry - handsome. He's easy to fall in love with when you're searching for meaning to your life. Caitlin finds herself being forced into a life style with Rogerson much different from her own. At first she's excited by it and being with him. More and more time spent with Rogerson and his friends leads to - drugs - smoking - abuse - loneliness - reclusiveness - no one to turn to for solace. How can Caitlin get out of this mess? Her parents would be devastated to see the bruises on her body. If only she could talk to Cass but Cass now has a better life away from the family. You'll want to reach out to Caitlin, shake her up, tell her to just leave Rogerson! "He's no good for you!" The ending will bring tears but you'll feel so much better about Cass and Caitlin's future when you turn the last page. A great read.
Reviewed by Mrs. Boehm

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