Kids of Faith Online Magazine

About the Book, Just Between You and Me:

A novel of losing fear and finding God.

Maggie lives life on the edge, seemingly unafraid of anything. But the image she so carefully constructed is coming undone.

Her job as a cinematographer takes her around the world. She tells people’s stories, especially those of impoverished children. That’s when she feels most alive, like she’s making the world better.

But when a secret from her past resurfaces, Maggie gets a call that sends her home. Her dad desperately needs her help. Her estranged sister has run off, leaving 10-year-old Riley in his care. She returns reluctantly, hoping to help her niece. There she reconnects with Connor – a once awkward and shy, now handsome –  veterinarian. Her feelings skyrocket when she’s with him, but she’s afraid if she shows him her true self, he’ll reject her.

An honest, hilarious journey that will transform Maggie–if she just learns to trust more and fear less.

About the Author, Jenny B. Jones:

“I write Christian fiction with a few giggles, quite a bit of sass, and lots of crazy. My novels include the Katie Parker Production series and the upcoming book So Not Happening. [...]

When I’m not typing my heart out (or checking email), I teach at a super-sized high school in Arkansas.”

Ashley’s Thoughts:

My mom got this book to review, and I knew when she got it that I just had to read it. It’s one of those books, that I could tell from the beginning that I was going to love. My mom couldn’t read it fast enough. Every time she opened the book, I thought to myself, ‘Hopefully she’ll finish it tonight, so I can read it soon!’.

Well, when she finished it, the book was quickly in my hands, and quickly out of them. No, I didn’t hate the book. I loved it. When I say quickly out of them, I mean I read it very fast.

I had read other books by Jenny B. Jones before, and loved them as well. This book, was a little different however. This book I liked even better. The main character, Maggie, was someone that I could relate to, even though she was a whole lot older than I was. She was funny and quirky, and that’s what I liked about her.

The whole book was something that I think that most teenage girls would enjoy, and I think that’s the age range that I would suggest this book for. It’s definitely not for girls under the age of 13, not because there’s anything wrong with it, but because I’m sure there are parts you might not understand or enjoy as much as when you’re a little older.

With a parent’s permission, connect with Jenny B Jones at:

http://www.jennybjones.com

Or on facebook:

http://www.facebook.com/jenny.b.jones?ref=ts

Kylie’s thoughts:

When I found out Ashley would be reviewing Just Between You and Me for KOF, I immediately wanted to read it. I’ve enjoyed Jenny B. Jones’s books in the past, and this one, her newest, looked like another great read from her. When I picked up this book and started reading, I was immediately immersed in the story and pretty much blazed through it. Saturated with description and overflowing with quirkiness, Just Between You and Me did not disappoint.

I really enjoyed the characters’ varying, distinct personalities that Jenny B. Jones skillfully created. Sweet and spirited Maggie Montgomery, chivalrous Connor Blake, faith-filled Beth Sterling, and strong-willed Riley all captured my imagination and all played wonderful roles in the story. With their quirks, their fears, and their trust in God, they all inspired me and kept me laughing.

This book won’t just make you laugh, though. I appreciated Jenny B. Jones’s sense of humor throughout the whole thing, but the several thought-provoking scenes made the most impact on me. It’s not often I find a book that can make me laugh and reflect at the same time. This is one thing I really like about all of this author’s novels.

There was only one problem I had with this book. While I enjoyed the rich description, I felt uncomfortable at some of the romantic scenes. There are several kissing scenes, and nothing extremely problematic, but it did go into more detail than I’m used to. Everyone has different standards and maturity levels, so I can’t really say a definite age limit for this book, but it is definitely a more mature book. If you’re under 15, I would strongly suggest having your mom or dad preview it for you before you read it.

Overall, I really enjoyed Just Between You and Me. I loved the main theme of faith even in the midst of fear, and the profound, yet funny, way Jenny B. Jones has of putting things. I was inspired by the time I turned the last page, and I’m sure you’ll be too.