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Safer Outside (A Mature YA Romance) (The Outside Series Book 1) Kindle Edition

by Kristina Renee (Author), E.L. Todd (Editor) Format: Kindle Edition
4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 122 ratings
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When Liz moves to a new high school, she hopes for a fresh start. School is her escape from the violence at home and her only hope for breaking the cycle of
poverty she was born into. Trying to shield her siblings from her stepfather's fury gets harder each day so when she meets Logan, she thinks it will be a
harmless distraction from the fear.

She's Wrong.

Logan has the resources to change her life but at what cost? Her relationship is the best thing that ever happened to her but it could also be the worst. If she's
not careful, she may lose everyone that's important to her. But it's hard to be careful when you're fifteen and in love.

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    January 20, 2014
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Kristina Renee isn't afraid to tackle tough issues. Neither is Liz, the heroine of her new novel, Safer Outside. Fifteen year old high school sophomore, Liz, seeks to reinvent herself after losing twenty pounds. But her troubles at home continue to weigh her down. Liz takes on the role of parent and protector of her younger siblings...something her mother can't or won't do. But when Liz's creepy, drug-dealing stepfather's leering and suggestive comments progress to something much worse, Liz has to protect herself.Logan, has a touch of alpha male in him, but it's his sweet, romantic temperament that draws you in and won't let go.I cheered for Liz, sighed over Logan, got frustrated with her cowardly mother and wanted to kill her stepfather. Safer Outside is not be suitable for younger teens or those offended by sexual content. I highly recommend it for older, mature teens and adults that like a good romance grounded in reality. -- Charlotte Abel: Bestselling author of The Channie Series
The story of Liz immediately sucks you in. She's strong, intelligent, humble, and an amazing woman that can overcome some serious issues. When Logan comes along, sweet and sexy, that's when it got REALLY good. I kept reading and reading...ignoring the basic necessities like food and sleep. The story is well-written, unpredictable, and a reminder of how strong people can become even when they are at the lowest point in their lives. Logan is the alpha male that I look for in a good book. I've enjoyed this and recommended it to my friends. It's a good way to escape reality, diving into a story that grips you from the beginning. Liz's witty and sarcastic thoughts is the best part. I definitely laughed a few times. -- NA Author E.L. Todd

About the Author

Kristina Renee was born and raised in the San Francisco Bay Area of California. She married her high school sweetheart after college and they have two sweet and adventurous sons. She spends her time chauffeuring her kids around and doing technical marketing but when she can escape, she loves reading, writing and editing. Learn more at www.KristinaReneeBooks.com

Product details

  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00HRK20O0
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Surrendered Press (January 20, 2014)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ January 20, 2014
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 5540 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 331 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 122 ratings

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Kristina Renee was born and raised in the San Francisco Bay Area of California. She married her high school sweetheart after college and they have two sweet and adventurous sons. She spends her time chauffeuring her kids around and doing technical marketing but when she can escape, she loves reading, writing and editing. Learn more at www.KristinaReneeBooks.com

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Ricky M. Hansen Jr.
5.0 out of 5 stars A heart-breaking and heart-warming story of struggle and change.
Reviewed in the United States on March 6, 2014
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Safer Outside is a well-written, teenage struggle-type, romance that deals with a lot of the issues that teenagers have to deal with in today's society. Poor Liz. At the age of fifteen she is made to be wise beyond her years. Forced to deal with family issues and sobriety, her days transition between sadness and struggles.

"My time on the bus was like my transition period. If I was leaving my house, I used the time to clear my mind of the chaos and get into the right mindset to be around normal people. Happy people. Sober people."

My heart broke for Liz as she tried hard to overcome these distractions and make a life of her own, but at the same time shield her siblings from the harm that was being done.

The characters developed well and drew me in which is a sign of good writing by Kristina Renee. The cover design was great, the editing was good, and the storyline is one that will stick with you.

I recommend this great read.
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Andrea M.
4.0 out of 5 stars A true summer read
Reviewed in the United States on June 13, 2015
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I am in my 40's but can enjoy the memories of a high school romance. This was a great easy read. A great book for summer.
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Penny
5.0 out of 5 stars Great YA Fiction
Reviewed in the United States on March 4, 2014
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I work with a lot of 13-18 year old girls through my church group. I am always trying to find ways to connect with them, or help them broaden their understanding of the world around them. In some ways you wish that they never had to know about the ugliness out there, but on the other hand you feel completely guilty if they aren’t at least mentally prepared for it. This book helps show a side of life that is hard, but in a gentle way that helps the reader understand it without judgment. It is well written, and has well developed characters. The romance in the story is really quite sweet, and definitely age appropriate. In my more honest moments, I prefer YA romances to adult ones anyway. I would recommend this book to most of the girls I work with, and especially to ones who might be having a hard time at home.
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Daria
3.0 out of 5 stars Happy end is always a good thing
Reviewed in the United States on March 17, 2014
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Fairytale-like novel is a from-frog-to-princess story about a girl from abusive family with a whole bunch of problems and her love story with the hottest guy in school. It could hadly happen in reality, but still the reading is nice and sets you onto the positive mood, which is absolutely needed to fight a seasonal depression :)
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Nativehalo07
5.0 out of 5 stars Definitely a keeper......
Reviewed in the United States on June 1, 2014
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What an amazing love story that was well written. A great story line and loved the characters. Didn't like the story of Liz's home life. Other than that, loved the love story between Liz and Logan. Now I'm looking forward to finding out about Liz's friends and how their relationships turn out. I definitely recommend for young adults along with those who love a great love story.
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Dena S.
4.0 out of 5 stars Young love
Reviewed in the United States on October 30, 2014
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Overall it's about a girl trying to survive and accept love from others. She is not alone and finds needs to be a survivor.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Loved this book
Reviewed in the United States on November 17, 2014
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The hardships of people is what makes this such a great story. It's very sad but happy too. What this young girl went through is so very sad. Her commitment to her younger brother and baby sister is amazing. What she had to go through with her stepfather was horrible. The guy she met in school- was the one that helped her and her family. I hope everyone that reads this enjoys it as much as I did!
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agirlbeingfrugal
5.0 out of 5 stars An emotional read.
Reviewed in the United States on July 2, 2014
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An emotional coming of age young adult novel that is impossible to put down. You really do feel for Liz as she struggles to start a new life and escape from the horrors at home. If you're looking for a realistic YA novel, this is a great choice.
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4.0 out of 5 stars I enjoyed this the further in i got
Reviewed in Australia on April 14, 2016
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I enjoyed this the further in i got, main male character started out a little too arrogant and cocky but read his PVO short as well. All in all a very enjoyable book thar wasn't all hearts and flowers and teen self absorption., because lets be honest, unfortunately there are people in the world like her stepfather, but the ending was really satisfying! And couldnt have happened to a more deserving A Hole.
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