Pages from the Book of Broken Dreams - by Kat Jackson (Paperback)

About the Book

Two women navigate their post-high school reunion and with plenty of fumbles and missteps try to find a way back to each other.

Book Synopsis

Emmalynn Gallagher threw caution to the wind once--and found herself in the middle of a tornado. Needless to say, she won't be doing that again. Now she fills her life with plans and to-do lists. Having moved home for a fresh start, Emma's facing the ultimate re-do list when she abruptly comes face to face with Aubrey Glass, the source of Emma's teenage yearning.

Aubrey wouldn't recognize yearning if it tornadoed into her face, but she does recognize Emma...even if she wishes she didn't. Socializing, especially with her past, is Aubrey's least favorite activity. She's tender in spots no one can see and would prefer to fade into the background.

Amidst the backdrop of towering shelves of books and the persistent aroma of freshly brewed coffee, Emma and Aubrey navigate their post-high school reunion. With plenty of fumbles and missteps, it doesn't seem likely that they'll manage to merge their paths, nor does it always seem that they want to...until suddenly, it's the only thing that makes sense to either one of them.

Review Quotes

Kat Jackson possesses a remarkable ability to forge emotional connections with her readers, setting her apart as a
storyteller. By delving into shared human experiences with vivid and tangible details, she crafts narratives that leave a profound and enduring impact. Readers are drawn into her tales because they become emotionally invested in the struggles, triumphs and sorrows of her characters. Through skillful storytelling, she seamlessly integrates poignant moments that resonate with her audience, allowing them to truly feel the depth of the emotions portrayed in her well-crafted scenes. Whether exploring themes of love, loss, or happiness, these emotions imbue her stories with a sense of authenticity and relatability that lingers long after the final page is turned. This unique quality is what sets her apart as a writer, and it is why I eagerly accept any opportunity to read and review her work.

Storytelling exposes a vulnerability within writers, and I love the way Jackson is willing to take risks with hers. Pages from the Book of Broken Dreams captures themes of vulnerability, fear, self-doubt, courage and love with a heartfelt and youthful insight that's so relatable one can almost reach out and touch it. It's tagged as a romance, but it's more than that really. It's a reminder that
dreams fuel passion. Without them, life loses its shine.-Women Using Words