Friday, May 8, 2015

Review: Out of Control by Sarah Alderson

Title: Out of Control
Author: Sarah Alderson
Series: Stand Alone
Published By: Simon Pulse (May 12, 2015)
Source: ARC Copy Provided by the Publisher (in exchange for an honest review)
Genre: YA Thriller
My Rating: 4 Stars!


Book Description:
A girl looking to escape her past in New York City ends up on the run from a dangerous conspiracy in this sizzling, high-stakes novel.

When seventeen-year-old Liva came to New York City, all she wanted was to escape the painful memories of her past and finally find a fresh start. Her hopes for a new future were dashed the moment she became the sole witness to a brutal murder. When she's taken into police custody, supposedly for her own protection,she realizes something isn't right, but it's too late. Soon, bullets start flying, and Liva realizes that she is not just a witness, but the target and she needs to escape before it's too late.

With the help of a sexy car thief that she met at the station, Liva manages to get away from the massacre unharmed, but now the two of them are alone in New York, trying to outrun and outwit the two killers who will stop at nothing to find them. Liva and Jay are living on the edge, but when you're on the edge, there's a long way to fall. 











This was my first full length novel by Alderson and to say the least, I was pretty ramped up about it. I was so looking for something action packed and adventures by the time I picked this up and that I was in anticipation to dive into a good solid mystery and was seriously hoping Alderson would deliver in Out of Control

And oh boy did she deliver! This was truly a nonstop action packed thriller with just the right amount of romance to really get your heart pumping.

I adored Jay and Liva both and lately that seems to be rare in books like these, where I like all the main characters but these two were just so fleshed out that it was impossible not to like them.

So many twists, turns, and deceptions that this left me always on my toes flipping the pages eager for more.

This may have been my first Alderson book but it most certainly won't be my last. I loved every single thrill ride moment of it. 






*All thoughts and opinions are my own and were not influenced by the author or publisher. I was not compensated for this review.*

44 comments:

  1. It's great it was a good full length book with many twists. Glad you had a good time!

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  2. Congratulations on finding a new offer to follow. It's always an amazing feeling when you find a book that hits you in the right spot

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  3. I've been hearing nothing but great things about this book, Ali, and now you're praising it too, so I have to read it.
    I love the sound of all the twists especially.
    Great review!

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    1. It was really fun and surprising. I hope you like it too Nick!

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  4. This sounds intense with plenty of action and great twists ...plus did you mention some romance?!! (I'm not sure if I can resist a sexy car thief). This is new to me so thanks for the new discovery.
    Happy Friday, Ali - Hope you have a great weekend :)

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    1. Yep, there is romance! Thanks so much Kim, have a wonderful weekend too!

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  5. I need to read more of Sarah's books! I've only read Hunting Lila but I LOVED that one and definitely have to make time for more. I might just start with this one. Yay for action-packed reads!

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    1. I really need to make time for more of them as well Jenny. I hope you do read this and like it.

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  6. I've only read one Alderson book (an NA), and I've been meaning to try out some of her YA reads. I just love thrillers, especially ones with lots of twists, so this one sounds like it's right up my alley. :)

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    1. I didn't realize she had a NA book, I should try it for sure. I hope you love this!

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  7. Wow what a premise and a great summer read choice. Thanks Ali for putting it out there, great review too!
    Happy Mother's Day
    xo

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  8. I haven't had much motivation to read any of her books, sadly. I don't know why I have reservations. Soon, I hope.

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  9. Oh love that feeling while reading. Yay for the first full length read rocking!

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  10. Glad you loved it :) It's admirable when an author can deliver something in which the action never ends, especially if they can do it while also providing sufficient insight into the characters. It's a difficult mix to realize, I think, that perpetual struggle for balance. The energy of your reviews is utterly contagious - thank you :D

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    1. Thanks so much Ramona, you are always so sweet!!

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  11. I haven't read an Alderson book either and I have been wanting to ever since her first one came out. I read Maja's review of this and I am always on board for a solid thriller. Have a lovely weekend, and a happy Mother's Day, Ali.

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    1. I hope you do and like it and thanks Heidi, Happy Mother's Day to you as well!

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  12. I haven't read any of her books either! I just pre-ordered this one though! Great review! I am excited to read it. Have a great weekend Ali and Happy Mother's Day :)

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    1. I hope you love it and thanks so much Becca!

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  13. I received this one just recently, and I'm also part of the blog tour coming up, so I'm so happy to see you enjoyed it! I'm looking forward to reading it myself in the very near future. :)

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  14. Wait, was this re-released? I have this book, except it was published in 2014 with a different cover. Weird. I want to read it, so I'm glad to see you liked it.

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    1. I think it's just officially being released here even though you could still purchase it through Amazon, at least, I think so.

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  15. I love me some twists and turns with a bunch of action. Sounds amazing.

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  16. I have not tried this author, but love how action packed it was and that the twists and turns kept you engaged.

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  17. Oh, is there something I love more than twists and turns? Not likely! This book sounds cool, and the cover is really nice as well :)

    Also, I taged you in a book tag. You can check it out here. http://cucie-reads.blogspot.no/2015/05/bookish-identity-tag.html

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  18. I loved this novel as well! It's one of my favorites, it was great that it was so action packed with romance as well, lovely review.

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  19. I've seen this book before in a blog, and I was sooo intrigued by this. Love the idea of two people on the run, lol. Awesome review!

    Blessie @ Mischievous Reads

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  20. I love twists and turns, and this sounds like an entertaining read! I'll have to give it a try. Great review!

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  21. This sounds intense, I'm glad you enjoyed!

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    1. It was a little intense at times, which made it so much fun!

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  22. So glad you liked this one. I love a good thriller, and I sure if you enjoyed it, that I will also. Adding it to my list

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