Force of Gravity: Gravity Series, Book 1
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Force of Gravity: Gravity Series, Book 1

Paperback – July 9, 2014

Price
$14.99
Format
Paperback
Pages
424
Publisher
Slate Publishing
Publication Date
ISBN-13
978-0692241578
Dimensions
5.25 x 1.06 x 8 inches
Weight
1.06 pounds

Description

"Absolutely addictive! I was captivated until the very end."xa0--Penelope Douglas, New York Times bestselling authorxa0"The writing is absolutely beautiful. The way Stevenson always knows the right way to describe the twists and turns shows that she's the real deal. She's very eloquent in every aspect of her storytelling."xa0--Southern Belle Book Blogxa0"This is no cliché student-teacher romance. It's not light and fluffy. It's real. It's genuine. It truly depicts the life of a teenager who deals with real life issues with friends, her family, and of course love. Force of Gravity grabs you from the very first page. You will not want to put this one down."xa0--Biblio Belles Book Blogxa0"The writing in this story is rather consuming. It's not often enough that a book grabs you from the very first page and doesn't let up. This story reads like it flowed effortlessly from this author. That doesn't happen often in this writing climate and when I find it, I feel like I discovered a gem."xa0--Angie & Jessica's Dreamy Readsxa0"[Stevenson] has done a wonderful job of taking a taboo subject...and turning it into something extraordinary and beautiful. [Stevenson] was able to grip my heart and my soul with her words, make me feel for these characters, paint a picture for me, make me laugh and cry in the same chapter, and fill my heart with joy."xa0--Who Picked This? Book Blogxa0"I am a sucker for student-teacher books and while some of them fall flat, Force of Gravity did not. The writing is so fantastic that you feel each and every emotion first hand....I wanted to call in sick and just hide under the covers and read....The feelings and emotions jumped off the page from the very beginning and kept hold of me until the very last word of the epilogue."xa0--One Chick Blissxa0"This may be my favorite student-teacher romance....This book totally took me by surprise....It had a realness that I think is missing in many [New Adult] romance novels. This is a fantastic debut from Kelly Stevenson and I cannot wait for the sequel."xa0--Love Between the Sheets In a quiet town in the East Valley of Phoenix, Arizona, everything in life is seemingly perfect for eighteen-year-old Kaley Kennedy. She has loving parents, loyal friends, and is dating the hottest boy in school. With only a few months left of her senior year, she's looking forward to an epic summer before heading off to Los Angeles for college.Without warning, a gorgeous new math teacher interrupts Kaley's predictable little world, challenging who she is. Suddenly, parties, dates, and Friday nights with her friends seem empty and unfulfilling as she finds herself obsessing over his every move. Desperate for something more, but determined to ignore her fierce attraction, every single relationship in her life begins to crumble by forces beyond her control. Struggling to transition from adolescence to adulthood, Kaley must choose between playing it safe or risking more than just her heart. . . . Kelly Stevenson is the national bestselling author of FORCE OF GRAVITY. She resides in Phoenix, Arizona, where she is currently working on the next installment in the GRAVITY series. When Kelly is not writing, horseback riding, she enjoys dining with her husband, and anything that surrounds her in wilderness. FORCE OF GRAVITY is Kelly's debut novel. To learn more about the author please visit: KellyStevensonAuthor.com Read more

Features & Highlights

  • “Absolutely addictive! I was captivated until the very end.”—Penelope Douglas, New York Times bestselling author
  • “The writing is absolutely beautiful. The way Stevenson always knows the right way to describe the twists and turns shows that she’s the real deal. She’s very eloquent in every aspect of her storytelling.”—Southern Belle Book Blog
  • “The writing in this story is rather consuming. It’s not often enough that a book grabs you from the very first page and doesn’t let up. This story reads like it flowed effortlessly from this author. That doesn’t happen often in this writing climate and when I find it, I feel like I discovered a gem.”—Angie & Jessica’s Dreamy Reads
  • “This is no cliché student/teacher romance. It’s not light and fluffy. It’s real. It’s genuine. It truly depicts the life of a teenager who deals with real life issues with friends, her family, and of course love. Force of Gravity grabs you from the very first page. You will not want to put this one down.”—Biblio Belles Book Blog
  • “[Stevenson] has done a wonderful job of taking a taboo subject…and turning it into something extraordinary and beautiful. [Stevenson] was able to grip my heart and my soul with her words, make me feel for these characters, paint a picture for me, make me laugh and cry in the same chapter, and fill my heart with joy.”—Who Picked This? Book Blog
  • “I am a sucker for student/teacher books and while some of them fall flat, Force of Gravity did not. The writing is so fantastic that you feel each and every emotion first hand….I wanted to call in sick and just hide under the covers and read….The feelings and emotions jumped off the page from the very beginning and kept hold of me until the very last word of the epilogue.”—One Chick Bliss
  • “This may be my favorite student/teacher romance….This book totally took me by surprise….It had a realness that I think is missing in many [New Adult] romance novels. This is a fantastic debut from Kelly Stevenson and I cannot wait for the sequel.”—Love Between the Sheets
  • BOOK DESCRIPTION:
  • In a quiet town in the East Valley of Phoenix, Arizona, everything in life is seemingly perfect for eighteen-year-old Kaley Kennedy. She has loving parents, loyal friends, and is dating the hottest boy in school. With only a few months left of her senior year, she’s looking forward to an epic summer before heading off to Los Angeles for college.
  • Without warning, a gorgeous new math teacher interrupts Kaley’s predictable little world, challenging who she is. Suddenly, parties, dates, and Friday nights with her friends seem empty and unfulfilling as she finds herself obsessing over his every move. Desperate for something more, but determined to ignore her fierce attraction, every single relationship in her life begins to crumble by forces beyond her control. Struggling to transition from adolescence to adulthood, Kaley must choose between playing it safe or risking more than just her heart. . . .

Customer Reviews

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Most Helpful Reviews

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This will be on the big screen, watch for it!

This is the ultimate love story. It is captivating, I couldn't put it down. Intriguing and down to earth. Sometimes, even against all odds or common sense, one cannot stop the Force of Gravity.
12 people found this helpful
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Non avid reader but for this Author i would be!!

I'm not an avid reader but when I heard about this book I bought it as soon as it was released!!..I could not put it down!!!..I had the whole book read in 2 days..It's such a GREAT rendition of trials & tribulations of a teenager that is more mature than her years..I CANNOT wait for another book from this Author!!!!.. Thanks for a great read!!!!!!!
7 people found this helpful
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What an amazing first novel by this breakout author

What an amazing first novel by this breakout author!! I literally could not put it down. I loved the characters and the storyline. This novel is written in such a way that it draws you into the lives of the characters and you can't help but relate to them in someway..I can't wait until the next book is released.. I am a huge fan already!!
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4 Solid Stars for FOG

This was a very interesting take on a student teacher romance. I very much enjoyed it; although I wanted to scream through half the book. The characters in this book baffled me beyond belief. I don't think I've ever talked to myself or yelled this much whilst dealing with a muted, unresponsive object! I had to keep reminding myself - these are high-school students here.
The basic concept is about a high school student- Kaley- she is a lost soul. She is running through life on auto pilot. Her friends and boyfriend pretty much dictate her existence. She isn't happy but doesn't really realize it until her math teacher dies and Elijah Slate is sent to complete the school year, in his place. He awakens feelings inside her, emotionally and sexually that she has never felt for her boyfriend.

Her best friend Emily, pissed me off something serious. This girls sole purpose was to bag on her friend whenever she didn't want to participate in her random, routine bull. She made comments that I truly felt no real friend would make. Her concerns were only about what Kaley could do for her, like being the DD after a night of drinking or trying to keep their foursome together (since her boyfriend and Kay's boyfriend were besties as well). Her annoyance was persistent. She constantly reminded Kay that her boyfriend was hot and could have any girl in school. What kind of friend makes you feel inferior to your mate and tells you to sleep with him in order to keep him?

Her boyfriend Tommy...no better. He quickly earned the award for super douche of the year. Kay was a virgin and this guy spent every waking moment trying to get into her pants. It was like a full-time job. I really thought this kid was getting paid for this! He was not above begging or groveling either; no shame what so ever. That was just the tip of the iceberg with this moron. He goes from bad to worse in no time.

I spent a lot of time feeling sorry for Kay. She had it pretty bad. Her family life was falling apart and her friends were crap but at times she got on my nerves, as well. She was such a pushover and the epitome of a naive teenager but I guess that's one of the things I enjoyed. She made decisions with the maturity of a teen, staying very true to her age.

I found myself mirroring her feelings when her teacher started to pay her special attention. I was so desperate for this chick to get a break and feel something other than failure or mortification. For a while she thinks this attraction might be a figment of her imagination but later, as the relationship builds, she realizes it could be something special.

The rest is a very interesting take on a forbidden romance. I really enjoyed this book. It was certainly a page turner and I seriously couldn't put it down. I experienced a wide range of emotions, making this a book I would definitely recommend. Enjoy!
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Five Stars

Incredible book! A must read!
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Pure awesomeness!

First of all this isn't the genre that I would normally read but, after the first chapter I was completely turned on by the characters. Secondly, Kelly Stevenson certainly has a great ability for grabbing the readers attention. I look forward to many more books. And the sooner the better. No pressure though. :-)
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Five Stars

Loved it! And it arrived in perfect condition. Sure hope the author write's more...:-)
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Holy hell. This new adult book rocks.

A well-written new adult/teen romance book that makes your heart beat faster as you turn the pages! The main character, Kaley, is likable and relatable (if you've ever been a teenage girl yourself or have ever known one). Since reading this book I have found myself thinking & saying, "Holy hell!" in different situations - may be my new favorite line. I appreciate that the author provides us with access to the main character's inner monologue throughout her journey. Great piece of work and highly recommended! Although this Kindle price is a steal - I personally prefer the paperback version.
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There's not enough room to describe how good this book is!!!!!!

There's not enough room to describe how good this book is!!!!!!