Trouble in My Way by Michelle Stimpson
By Priscilla Johnson • Nov 16th, 2008 • Category: Book Review •
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Karis Reed has only two things on her mind – well maybe for today. She just turned 16 years-old and she is on her way to getting her driver’s license. In her first young adult novel, Trouble In My Way, Michelle Stimpson, gives her readers a lesson in integrity and truth.
Karis has a way of getting into situations and blaming others for her fall. After her mother grounds her, Karis, with the help of her two best friends, finds a way for her to stay in touch with the world – actually, with her boyfriend, Javon. Then, there is her father’s girlfriend, who appeared to be her friend but she turned out be a snake. Karis makes one mistake on top of another. She does not like lying, especially to God but she says they have given her no choice. All her mother wants is for her to face the consequences of her own actions. But how is she supposed to do that when it is everyone else’s fault.
Stimpson made me laugh and cry at the same time as I thought about my own antics as a teenagers and the logic I came up with to justify my actions. This is a story about choices, faith, friendship and acceptance. Stimpson captured the voice of a young teenage woman that was fresh, enlightening and funny. There were times when I became the teenager and then her mother. This was the first young adult book that I have read in a long time and thanks to Stimpson it will not be the last. I recommend this book for everyone.
Reviewed by: Priscilla C. Johnson
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Priscilla Johnson is a single mom of a 12 year-old and guardian of two teen-age nephews, lives in Baltimore Maryland. Working full time as an Equal Opportunity Investigator, she enjoys spending her free time traveling to bookstores within the area to meet her favorite authors at book signings or helping to plan book events. Priscilla was given the nickname “BookManiac” by a co-worker who continues to laugh at her weekly delivery of books in the mail. She has been reviewing books for APOOO, A Place Of Our Own, for a little over eight months and she enjoys every minute. Besides reading, Priscilla enjoys walking, crocheting, or simply sitting on her balcony listening to the Creator.
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Thanks for the review Priscilla. I have entered to win this book as well. According to your review I believe it will be an interesting read. Thanks again
Glad you liked the review, Carolyn. I really enjoyed reading this and I will definately pick up other young adult titles.