Editorial Content for What's Broken Between Us

Amanda has been living a life of loneliness and despair ever since her brother, Jonathan, got behind the wheel drunk. She still loves him though, and now that he's being released from prison a year later, she needs to decide whether or not she will let will let him destroy her life along with his.

WHAT'S BROKEN BETWEEN US by Alexis Bass is a beautifully written novel that deals with the realities of a life after prison. The reader is not only shown the difficulties the family must endure, but the entire society as well. Every individual has a different reaction when they see Jonathan, and it was very interesting to see the relationships he grew in and out of as a result.  

Even though the book was short, Bass did an amazing job bringing it to life by adding so many ups and downs without being overly dramatic.

Unfortunately, I was not too fond of the characters because they all seemed overdone. I understand that the entire experience would have been very emotional, but some of the characters’ actions seemed highly unreasonable. Generally, if I don't like the characters I don't enjoy the plot as much, but I don't think that held true with this book. Amanda was my least favorite character and I was still interested in her reactions to events, at least those concerning Jonathan. 

Even though the book was short, Bass did an amazing job bringing it to life by adding so many ups and downs without being overly dramatic.There were so many points at which the story could have ended with a happily ever after, but Bass truly explored the realities of life. When the end came, the reader was left with an understanding but a craving for more.

I would recommend this book for anyone looking for a short, contemporary book with a realistic plot. WHAT'S BROKEN BETWEEN US keeps readers on their toes without knocking them into the fantasy of happily ever afters.