★★★★☆
Secrets They Never Told by Kayla Hicks is a heartwarming story about 18-year-old Sadi who is preparing for a new stage in her life after the tragic death of her parents.
Sadi is a lovable character – you can’t help but want her to find peace and happiness. Her best friend, Parker, is also an endearing character. Everyone needs someone like him in their lives.
I guessed one of the major secrets early in the story but thinking I knew didn’t take away from my enjoyment of the story. It made me want to read on to see if I was right and, if so, how it would be revealed.
I’ve read five of Hicks’s books, and Secrets They Never Told is my favorite to date. She writes in a wide variety of genres in addition to YA, including children’s books and superhero stories.
Characters like Sadi and Lena from Anywhere Else are a strength of her writing. Hicks writes well the perspective of a young woman finding her way despite facing challenges early in life. There’s a vulnerability and quiet strength that comes through in these characters.
I recommend this book for readers who are fans of easy-reading books with a satisfying resolution that tugs on the heartstrings. It is a perfect read for a weekend when you want to be uplifted or just enjoy a sweet story.
Her books can be found on Amazon or on her website, https://kayla-hicks.com.
Thank you to the author for providing a free e-review copy. I am leaving this review voluntarily and it reflects my honest opinion.
For my review of Anywhere Else by Hicks, visit https://bookpicksandpics.com/2021/09/04/anywhere-else-by-kayla-hicks/