Title: The Road to Price
Author: Justine Elvira
First published March 30, 2013
148 pages, ebook
ISBN: 9781301918232
Rating: 3.75
Overview
The Road to Price by Justine Elvira is a heart-wrenching tale of love and healing. Mia Dechino is haunted by the tragedy that took a loved one away from her.
In a desperate attempt to escape her past, she leaves her small town in Georgia and moves to Miami, where she meets Sebastian Price. Despite his womanizing ways, Mia finds herself drawn to Sebastian, who might just be the one to heal her broken heart.
As their professional relationship turns into something more, Mia must confront her past and learn to move on. Will she find the strength to overcome her guilt and find happiness with Sebastian?
This book is recommended for mature readers due to its subject matter and sexual content.
Editoral Review
The Road to Price, written by Justine Elvira, is a gripping romance novel set against the tropical backdrop of an idyllic island. Published on March 30, 2013, this novel is a work of fiction that explores themes of self-discovery, love, and second chances.
Justine Elvira is an author and poet from Southern California who has a natural talent for storytelling. With her keen eye for detail and imagery, Elvira has created a literary masterpiece that engages the reader from beginning to end.
The story unfolds through the eyes of the protagonist, Leah Morgan, a successful travel journalist who is at a crossroads in her life. After being betrayed by her boyfriend and losing her job, Leah decides to take a break and explore an island in the Caribbean.
Little does she know, this trip will be a catalyst for self-discovery, bringing out the best and worst in her. As Leah immerses herself in the local culture and explores the exotic island, she meets Micah Smiley, a charismatic and mysterious local artist.
Leah is intrigued by Micah’s enigmatic personality and his passion for art, and soon a romance blossoms between them. However, their love affair is not without its challenges, as Micah’s past and Leah’s inner demons threaten to tear them apart.
The Road to Price is a beautifully written novel that transports the reader to the enchanting, tropical world of the Caribbean. The descriptions of the scenery, culture, and local traditions of the island are vividly depicted, leaving the reader entranced and mesmerized.
Elvira’s writing style is poetic, yet accessible, and her dialogue is sharp, natural, and relatable. One of the novel’s strengths is its exploration of the complexities of human relationships.
The character development is solid, as the author peels back the layers of the characters, revealing their deepest desires and fears. Leah is a flawed but relatable character, whose struggles and triumphs will resonate with readers.
Micah’s enigma is a fascinating contrast to Leah’s emotional openness, and their chemistry is electrifying. While the pacing of the story slows somewhat in the second half of the book, the overall structure is well-planned, and the plot twists are surprising and satisfying.
The themes of self-discovery, redemption, and forgiveness are woven seamlessly throughout the narrative, leading to a heartwarming and uplifting conclusion. The Road to Price has notable cultural significance in that it exposes the reader to a world of diversity and multiculturalism.
The novel is also relevant to current issues of identity, belonging, and acceptance, making it a perfect read for a contemporary audience. Overall, The Road to Price is a must-read for romance enthusiasts who enjoy poetic language and a story that is both emotionally engaging and spiritually uplifting.
The book is worthy of a four-star rating, and I recommend it for anyone who loves to escape into a beautiful world of love, art, and self-discovery.
