Keeping 13 by Chloe Walsh

Published by: Blooms Books – August 31, 2023

Pages: 802

Format: physical Copy

Rating: ★★★★★

Johnny Kavanagh was destined for sports stardom
until a devastating injury left him stripped of his 
beloved number 13 jersey and struggling to hold onto his dreams.Lost,insecure and desperately seeking comfort,he sets
his sight on a unravelling the mystery of a girl who haunts his every waking hour.
Keeping secrets has never been a problem for Shannon Lynch. She knowns that demons and evil men don't just exist in fairytales - they exist in her world too.Traumatised and desperate to protect her younger brothers, Shannon finds herself falling into the same old cover-up,as her walls are up and her trust is shaken.
Ony one boy has the ability to climb those walls.The boy who owns her heart.But when secrets are exposed,lives could be changed
forever-can even Johnny and Shannon's love survive.

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Keeping 13 by Chloe Walsh

My review

“If you want to know what goes on inside that head of hers, then Be worth it.”

Oh gosh, if you thought Binding 13 was painful, brace yourself; you’re in for a wild ride. I thought we’d get some light moments at the start of this book, but nooo, I was so wrong. Two pages into chapter one, and I was already on the verge of tears. It was so beautiful, but it hurt so bad. At the beginning of the book, I understood that Shannon’s mother was trying to protect her, but now? Every time she speaks, she just makes me so angry. And her dad? He can burn in hellfire for all I care. On the other hand, I love Johnny’s parents. Kavanaugh Mama for president! And the sweet, slow-burning romance? Perfection. Oh, and Gibsie… I love him so much. Apart from that, I think the story ended beautifully. Honestly, I wish it didn’t have to end. Who cares if it’s 802 pages long? I need more! I also got to see Shannon blossom into herself, and it was so beautiful to witness. It was honestly such a beautiful story—heartbreaking, raw, and deeply moving.