Head Over Heels
by Hannah Orenstein
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Synopsis
The past seven years have been hard on Avery Abrams: After training her entire life to make the Olympic gymnastics team, a disastrous performance ended her athletic career for good. Her best friend and teammate, Jasmine, went on to become an Olympic champion, then committed the ultimate betrayal by marrying their emotionally abusive coach, Dimitri.
Now, reeling from a breakup with her football star boyfriend, Avery returns to her Massachusetts hometown, where new coach Ryan asks her to help him train a promising young gymnast with Olympic aspirations. Despite her misgivings and worries about the memories it will evoke, Avery agrees. Back in the gym, she’s surprised to find sparks flying with Ryan. But when a shocking scandal in the gymnastics world breaks, it has shattering effects not only for the sport but also for Avery and her old friend Jasmine.
Review
The main focus was on the gymnastics. We get a glimpse into the lives of a gymnast training for Olympic tryouts. We get to see the hardwork and dedication required to pursue such a huge dream.
I really appreciate how this book also brought attention to sexual assault in gymnasts. However, I don't think this part of the book would be limiting to gymnasts. I feel like it spotlighted a different type of sexual assault that isn't talked about as much as it should be, the kind that is subtle and makes the assaulted actually question themselves if that really did happen.
There was only one part I thought could have been done a little better however, that is hard to get into without spoilers. It wasn't perfect, but it was pretty close.
I'd recommend this book to someone who is looking for a quick read with a good story and flawed characters.
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