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Pushing the Limits (Harlequin Teen) [Kindle Edition]

Katie McGarry
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Book Description



No one knows what happened the night Echo Emerson went from popular girl with jock boyfriend to gossiped-about outsider with "freaky" scars on her arms. Even Echo can't remember the whole truth of that horrible night. All she knows is that she wants everything to go back to normal.

But when Noah Hutchins, the smoking-hot, girl-using loner in the black leather jacket, explodes into her life with his tough attitude and surprising understanding, Echo's world shifts in ways she could never have imagined. They should have nothing in common. And with the secrets they both keep, being together is pretty much impossible.

Yet the crazy attraction between them refuses to go away. And Echo has to ask herself just how far they can push the limits and what she'll risk for the one guy who might teach her how to love again.


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From School Library Journal

Gr 8 Up-High school seniors Echo and Noah have regular therapy sessions with the school's clinical social worker. Both struggle to understand past traumatic experiences that have left them scarred, and both need help to move forward. As part of the therapy, Echo is enlisted as Noah's tutor. Their initial resistance to this arrangement eventually blossoms into a romantic relationship, defying the school's social stratifications. Echo is grappling with numerous tragedies, including the death of her brother, her mother's bipolar disorder, the remarriage of her father to her childhood nanny, and an accident that has disfigured her body and left her unable to remember the traumatic event. Noah feels responsible for the house fire that killed both of his parents and forced him and his younger brothers into foster care. His deteriorating academic performance, habitual marijuana use, and reputation for sleeping around have cemented his reputation as the school's bad boy. Plot pacing keeps the story moving along to a satisfying, if predictable, conclusion. Some readers may be concerned about Noah making statements that imply that he owns Echo, such as when he declares that he "claimed" her and "I did just mark my territory." Filled with amorous descriptive passages such as "I gazed into her beautiful green eyes and her fear melted" and "enjoying the teasing taste of her tongue," this poignant narrative, which is told in the two protagonists' alternating voices, will find a following among those who enjoy contemporary teen romances.-Babara M. Moon, Suffolk Cooperative Library System, NYα(c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.

From Booklist

Told in alternating chapters, McGarry’s intriguing debut delves into the psyches of Echo, whose own mother tried to kill her, and Noah, an orphaned “bad boy.” Leather-jacket-wearing Noah is in foster care, facing a painful separation from his two younger brothers, while Echo is trying to recall the events that led to a restraining order against her mother and hideous scars on her arms. When Mrs. Collins, the school counselor and keeper of their sought-after files, suggests that good-student Echo tutor Noah, neither is receptive to the idea. But as they come to lean on and trust one another, sexual tension starts to burn up the pages. Their passionate romance—complete with dramatic arguments—provides the framework for the unlikely duo to deal with some heavy-hitting issues. Girls in particular will be drawn to the breathless, sometimes over-the-top language (“His lips curved into a sexy smile, and I became lost in him”), and, although the novel is overly long, romance readers will likely embrace the love story of two troubled teens who, together, find a path toward healing. Grades 9-12. --Ann Kelley

Product Details

  • File Size: 503 KB
  • Print Length: 397 pages
  • Page Numbers Source ISBN: 0373210493
  • Publisher: Harlequin Teen (August 1, 2012)
  • Language: English
  • ASIN: B00835RMNM
  • Text-to-Speech: Enabled
  • X-Ray: Enabled
  • Lending: Not Enabled
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #84,371 Paid in Kindle Store (See Top 100 Paid in Kindle Store)
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I liked the book, and loved the main characters. MomBlogger  |  186 reviewers made a similar statement
Katie McGarry has done an absolutely amazing job with this story. Readergirl Reviews a Teen Book  |  175 reviewers made a similar statement
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35 of 37 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing! July 31, 2012
By Morgan
Format:Hardcover
I have heard nothing but amazing things about this book, and it totally lived up to all of the hype. At first, I was not sure I wanted to read it. I am usually not into the bad boy thing, but I am so glad I went ahead and read it. This book was so good.

This book deals with a lot of really tough issues. Usually I have a hard time reading books like that, but I could not stop reading this one. It was written in the perfect way, and it completely drew me in. The only thing I did not like about this book was all the language. However, I think that language is normally for people who are going through what these kids had to deal with. The both had to make some really tough choices. This was such an emotional book!

I loved the romance between Noah and Echo. As much as they tried to fight it, it was still there. I really liked that we got to see the soft side of Noah when it came to Echo. It showed that he was not just a crazy bad boy, and I appreciated that. Everyone has a soft side.

This book broke my heart at times. At other times, it made my heart very happy. I don't know what else to say about this book except it was amazing and I totally recommend reading it.

I received a complimentary copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
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26 of 28 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
This is one of the best contemporaries that I have read in a long time. Both of the main characters have been through so much and show so much strength and determination to live and press through. It is amazing how Katie McGarry wrote them to both be in so much pain and deal with things differently but still connect on such a deep level.
Echo really came into her own throughout the book, and the journey was hard, emotional and affirming to watch. She was a character that I connected with right away and I rooted for her to stand up to her dad in the right ways, connect with Mrs Collins who is her councelor working through things with her, and to find her own normal. It really does add an element to the story about her brother Aries. He was a Marine and died in service. I feel for her loss, but I feel that through her memories he made such an impression. His sacrifice, and his love for his sister when he was there. This is such an important topic to read about too, I have friends who are serving and I used to be in JROTC, but honestly, I have no idea what it's like to sacrifice so much for our freedom, both the men and women serving, the families back home waiting or the ones who have died and again the families feeling the loss.
Noah personifies bad boy, but we get to see his soft spots, his love for his brothers, and how he slowly lets people in. Like the councelor said to him at the beginning there is so much potential in him, academic and otherwise. I really loved how he admired Echo, and how he treated her with respect. He brings out the best in her, and that is quite a quality in a guy. Sure, he has his moments where he is a jerk, especially before he knows her, but when their friendship really develops, its beautiful to watch.
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18 of 19 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars WOAH August 7, 2012
Format:Hardcover
HOLY SHIT I LOVE THIS BOOK. So. Freaking. Much.

This is one of my favorite romances (day I say favorite debut?) of 2012! The romance! The characters! The plot! The secrets! The history! The way I sound like I'm on a commercial! Pushing the Limits was just an amazing book about finding love when nothing seems possible. When everything seems hopeless.

I pretty much liked Echo's character except that she seemed so unforgiving when she should forgive, and forgives when she shouldn't. But since her mother had tried to kill her, I guess it shouldn't be surprising... But I loved her stubbornness and I loved how she was willing to do almost anything so that Noah could get his brothers back. She was independent and once she made up her mind, it took a LOT to make her budge! In all, she was a pretty good character that made the plot all the more interesting and her personality fits the story wonderfully!
Noah was...well, Noah. He's smart-ass (in a good way), a jerk (in a good way), annoying (in a...you get the point), broken, and undeniably sweet when he wanted to be. He was headstrong and reading from his POV was FUN! to say the least! He cares so much about Echo and it was just ADORABLE! I want to gush again...but I'll save you from that horror!

I. Loved. The. Romance! It wasn't insta-love. Far from it! Sure there was attraction, but that's only obvious. At first, they were just partners in crime (quite literally) who were trying to get what they wanted most. Echo, to remember what happened the day her mother tried to kill her and Noah: Getting his brothers once and for all. Two different goals, but they both need the same thing: their files. And SOMEHOW along hte way, they fallin love! It was gradual and slow, and absolutley AMAZING!
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27 of 32 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars 4.5 stars! LOVED IT!! September 23, 2012
Format:Hardcover
Note : NOT recommended for younger teens due to language and mature themes also some sexual content.Some mentions of drug use.

This book was so good! I don't read a lot of contemporary novels but this book sucked me in completely and I had to force myself to put it down.I was near tears half the time and yelling "Why them?" to myself through the other half.

Noah
I just want to give this guy a hug.
Noah was such an awesome guy and so many bad things have happened to him but he's still good inside.I loved this character.He had so much depth and so many layers.I have no WORDS to describe how much I liked this guy.He wasn't a jerk ( BONUS POINTS ) and he was always just there for Echo and his family.

Echo
My main problem with this character is her name.I'm sorry but Echo is such a lame name.Aside from this, I have no problems with her.I want to give her a hug too.She's been through so much too .In my opinion she's been through tougher times than Noah in some instances.I loved her character too.Even if she wasn't talking to a guy ,she still helped him out.She's so strong inside.

All the characters were memorable and this story leaves a very strong impression.It's not a light read but I enjoyed reading this book.I cannot believe this is written by a debut author, it's such a beautiful book.

MY main problem with this novel is the amount of profanity used.I don't usually notice the amount of swear words used but almost every sentence out of Noah's mouth had a profanity and I'm just not used to that.I get why the author used it but it still made me a little uncomfortable.The other problem was something I'm not sure will be there in the finished copy.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Really Loved This Book
This book was intense, and I loved every second of it. There were several very serious issues addressed in this book such as foster care, abuse, mental illness, and death. Read more
Published 43 minutes ago by lovelyreads
5.0 out of 5 stars awesome contemporary YA!
Pushing the Limits was great! It fit my mood perfectly and was quite a surprising contemporary YA read. Read more
Published 4 hours ago by Megan
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing contemporary YA romance!!
My Opinion: Wow!! What an amazing debut from Katie McGarry! I had heard so many good things about this book and was really looking forward to reading it, and I have to say, the... Read more
Published 16 hours ago by jwitt33
5.0 out of 5 stars Have to READ this BOOK!
This book is just amazing. It will take you on an emotional roller coaster that you will not come down from long after you have finished. Read more
Published 2 days ago by Tahoe SugarPine
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Read from August 20 to 21, 2012

Wow just finished and Wow! Another I devoured,just could not put it down,but at some point I had to,to get a little sleep in! Read more
Published 7 days ago by Laura B.
5.0 out of 5 stars Loved it!
I really love this story! Pushing the Limits is an intense, emotional ride! Who would have thought a popular girl and a stoner would have so much in common? Read more
Published 7 days ago by Candy
4.0 out of 5 stars Hello Noah!!!
I fell in love with Noah so quick. He was just amazing and I never got upset with him like I do other books. I felt for Echo...poor girl. Read more
Published 10 days ago by nicole
5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant!
I bought this book for my Kindle after hearing many great things about it and it certainly didn't disappoint, in fact it surpassed all my expectations! Read more
Published 11 days ago by Me, My Books and I
5.0 out of 5 stars Katie McGarry Rocked the crap out of this book!...
Echo Emerson is the girl that was popular one minute and then the next she was just gone. Poof. No one at school knows what really happened that night, Echo doesn't even know what... Read more
Published 15 days ago by M
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome
Loved this book! It was everything I wanted and more. I love Eco and Noah! Can't wait to read about Beth
Published 16 days ago by Annalisia Lee
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Katie was a teenager during the age of grunge and boy bands and remembers those years as the best and worst of her life. She is a lover of music, happy endings, reality television, and is a secret University of Kentucky basketball fan.

Visit her website at www.katielmcgarry.com

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