Clean - my review

This is the first book I've read by this author and what a way to start. I was bowled over by the realness of this story. 

If your looking for a romantic sweet read then I suggest you skip this book. 

This is the raw and gritty story of two teenagers Lanny and Trevor. Due to an accident Lannys home life is messed up. He feels so alone at home and at school. Trevor has been abandoned by his mom and is abused by his legal guardian. They both end up together meddling and trying alcohol and drugs. This leads them both to  self destruct. While one gets professional help the other struggles on. 

Can they move on and help each other to heal?

The first half of the book is pretty gritty. We hear of what's going on in both their lives. The second half is about healing and forgiveness. I thought the author did a great job with this story as its not an easy subject to write about. 

As a mum I'd love for my kids to read this book. I think teenagers would learn so much from it. As I read this I felt the emotions as part of the story was real to me. 

I'll certainly be reading more of this authors books. Great read.