In Dreams [Kindle Edition]

J. Sterling (Author), Pam Berehulke (Editor)

Book Description

Please note that this is a YA novel and is suitable for readers aged 12+

When Katherine Johns starts dreaming about a boy she doesn't know, her college roommate Taylor is determined to find him. Convinced he must exist, Taylor is relentless... until she finds out exactly WHO the mysterious stranger really is.

The realization sends the girls down a path of unimaginable heartbreak as they learn how to navigate their new reality.

Follow Katherine & Taylor's journey through love, friendship and tragedy in this emotionally captivating debut Young Adult novel.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"This amazing story of unconditional love, soulmates and friendship is a must read, especially for all the romantics out there. A stunning debut novel." - Treasured Tales for Young Adults

"I felt my heart break and warm whenever Katherine's did. It's a beautifully written story that I highly recommend to everyone!" - Paranormal Romance Addiction

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Product Details

• File Size: 418 KB
• Print Length: 276 pages
• Simultaneous Device Usage: Unlimited
• Publisher: Jenn Sterling (August 4, 2011)
• Sold by: Amazon Digital Services, Inc.
• Language: English
• ASIN: B005F0FXKM
• Text-to-Speech: Enabled
• X-Ray: Enabled
• Lending: Enabled
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #20,518 Paid in Kindle Store (See Top 100 Paid in Kindle Store)

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

26 of 26 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars So beautiful January 11, 2012

By Ali

Format:Kindle Edition|Amazon Verified Purchase

Katherine is dreaming about a young man she has never met. In her dreams, she is so comfortable with him, it is almost like she has known him all her life. Her dreams are so powerful, so vivid and so emotional that she begins to wonder if just maybe, somehow, this young man is real. But Katherine doesn't know what to believe. Could the young man in her dreams really be real and if so what does that mean?

Katherine's best friend, Taylor, loves the idea that Katherine's dream man may be real but when Katherine and Taylor find out who she has been dreaming about, will either one of them be able to handle the consequences?

In Dreams by J Sterling is an enchanting novel about love and soulmates, one that I found absolutely beautiful. Swept away by the beauty, love, heartbreak and emotion of this story, I was pulled into Katherine's world from the moment she awoke from her first dream about her mystery man.

Throughout reading this novel, there were times when I found myself laughing out loud and other times, where I was reaching for the tissues. I really cared about the characters which was why, at times, I cried. I really felt for them.

There were so many things that I loved about this novel. I loved the friendship between Katherine and Taylor - the comfort they both found in their friendship, their loyalty to each other and their strength, both in their friendship and as individuals. I loved the mystery, the romance, the patience of Cooper and the selflessness of Austen and I loved how author, J Sterling, told the story.

J Sterling's writing style allows you to easily understand the characters. I found myself torn just like Katherine. I won't say why I was torn though, I don't want to give anything away.

This amazing story of unconditional love, soulmates and friendship is a must read, especially for all the romantics out there. A stunning debut novel by J Sterling.

5/5

*Thank you to J Sterling for providing me with a copy of In Dreams to review.

23 of 23 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars I loved this book!! March 3, 2012

By Just My Opinion

Format:Kindle Edition|Amazon Verified Purchase

Wow! This book really moved me. It's full of unconditional love and friendship that withstands all kinds of challenges. I've read books with "love triangles" before, but this one captures the essence of true soul mates. You actually feel every breath the characters take and every emotion they feel.

One moment you are blissfully in love, the next you are torn with emotion and the next you are cheering for someone else. Through it all, you are in love with the friendships that endure everything. Maybe I was just really in the mood for this type of book....or maybe J. Sterling has a smash hit on her hands! Either way-excellent read!!!

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20 of 21 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars ;0) March 1, 2012

By Lady Raven RAVE! TOP 1000 REVIEWERVINE™ VOICE

Format:Kindle Edition

3.95 stars

BRIEF SUMMARY
Katherine is your typical college freshmen when she starts dreaming of a mysterious guy who she has a deep unexplainable connection with. Once she confides in her roommate Taylor, they both sets out on a mission to discovery who this mystery guy is while dealing with regular college life.

THOUGHTS

This was different...and the weirdest love square/triangle relationship I have read but yet found interesting. With saying that, I still enjoyed the concept of what the author was doing with dreams and other beings even though the story had a bit of simplicity to it. The story starts us off with Katherine, a California native who's attending her freshmen year of college in New Jersey. Her roommate is Taylor whose she's become very close with. Katherine starts having dreams about guy who she's become emotionally attached to but doesn't know why. While trying to move on from these dreams, she meets the school's star hockey player, Cooper.

Without giving too much away, the first few chapters took me some time to get into because I'm still trying to figure out where Katherine's story was leading me while getting to know the different characters. However, once I discovered who the mystery guy was, I was a bit intrigued. The discovery of the mystery guy set off a chain of events that leads to jealousy and other events. I also really enjoyed Cooper, the hockey star and his perusal of Katherine. He was so cute.

Though the author has a follow up book explaining the past and explaining this without giving too much away, it would have been nice to have more information or a brief history of the mystery guy and Katherine's past. It was talked about but wanted a bit more.

I don't read much YA, but this was one that captured my curiosity and I can appreciate a good concept and interesting characters. This story definitely depends on the reader and the openness of the reader towards this storyline.

Length: 165 pages
Storyline: FAIRLY GOOD
Enjoyment: GOOD

More About the Author

I got fired from my last job.

It's true.

I know you're sitting there thinking, "Jenn, how could anyone in their right mind fire someone as amazing and awesome as you are???" And i'd love to give you a good reason, but the truth is... being This! Awesome! is clearly very scary to other less awesome people. :)

So I said screw them and started writing my first book. And you know what I realized? Writing books that mean something to me is a million times better than working for my ass off for someone who doesn't really care about anything other than the bottom line.

My soul feels more satisfied.
My heart, more full.

So thank you for reading, loving and recommending the stories I write.
I think you're awesome- and not only am I not scared of other awesome people, I want them on my team!

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