The Gravity Between Us, Kristen Zimmer
The Gravity Between Us, Kristen Zimmer
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The Gravity Between Us

Author: Kristen Zimmer

Narrator: Kelly Burke, Madeline Pell

Unabridged: 9 hr 16 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Bookouture

Published: 04/24/2024


Synopsis

New Adult novel: recommended for 17+ due to mature themes and sexual content.

Where does friendship stop and love begin?

At just 19, Kendall Bettencourt is Hollywood’s hottest young starlet, with the world at her feet – but behind the glamour and designer dresses is a girl who longs for normal.

Payton Taylor is Kendall’s best friend since childhood, and the one person who reminds her of who she really is – her refuge from the craziness of celebrity life.

With her career taking off, Kendall moves Payton to LA to help keep her sane. But Payton is hiding a secret that could make everything ten times worse. Because to her, Kendall is more than a best friend – she is the only girl that she has ever loved.

Just as they need each other more than ever, they’ll have to answer the question of where friendship stops and love begins? And find out whether the feelings they have can survive the mounting pressure of fame…

The Gravity Between Us is a daring, romantic, emotional story about friendship, love, and finding the courage to be yourself in a crazy world.

Praise for The Gravity Between Us
‘The characters here are so likeable that I was desperate for them to get together, but it's clear to see why they were hesitant about taking such a major step after being friends for so long. Speaking of likeable characters, there's a wonderful supporting cast, and it's really interesting to read a novel with so many well-drawn and sympathetic people in it. The tension - and there's plenty of it - comes from the balance between the pair's feelings for each other and the challenges Kendall faces, especially, as an A list celebrity trying to deal with the paparazzi and adoring fans… I also thought the Hollywood setting was very well described and felt incredibly realistic. It's also got one of the best endings I've read for ages, which had me jumping to my feet I was so excited.

Overall, this is certainly the best New Adult book I've read. Massive recommendation for all.’
BookBag

‘The Gravity Between Us is a fantastic read--humorous, romantic and daring. Kristen's writing style is engaging and honest. In Payton and Kendall, she's succeeded in creating characters whom you care about instantly. And her portrayal of their relationship is beautifully rendered. I loved the Hollywood angle, the question of how one learns to deal with other people's reactions to same sex relationships and the idea of the zany game that is celebrity.

For me, The Gravity Between Us is a must-read new adult novel! I can't wait to read Kristen Zimmer's next book!’ 5 Stars!
Kimtalksbooks.com

‘Tackling some hard subjects, this book was a wonderful foray into the world of the New Adult genre for me… It was a fast paced read for me because I found the characters so engaging. Because I liked the characters so much, I really wanted to see if they were going to end up together!’
A Bookish Affair

‘I hope this book calls to you the way it called to me. And if/when you do read it, I hope you laugh and get all sappy and emotional the way I did too.’
SmiBookClub.com

About Kelly Burke

Kelly Burke is an experienced narrator and actress who trained at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art. An American based in London, she has recorded over thirty audiobooks. Her film work has included Justice League, Macbeth, and Kill Your Friends.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Diane on November 22, 2017

Good read! a facing your fears and choosing your battles kinda storyline plus it also dealt with other emotional deep stuff where one of the leading character falls for her best friend while the other could not handle all the ups & downs of whether their new found relationship will work out. This bo......more

Goodreads review by Les on December 07, 2015

I bought my first lesbian novel at Border’s Bookstore in 1998. Their gay & lesbian section was tucked away in a dark corner shelf, and only had about 20 different books. The book that I purchased was the only lesbian novel they had available for sale. When I came home, I ripped out one of my large c......more

Goodreads review by Kris on December 19, 2013

I would've given this book another star if it didn't fall flat towards the end. The beginning of this book, and the build up to Payton and Kendall's eventual coming together was great. The author did a great job of describing the longing that each felt for the other, and in helping us understand why......more

Goodreads review by Jem on November 15, 2013

I don't read much romantic YA as the repetitive plots and vapid leads don't usually interest me, but this book is #1 in amazon--has been for a while now, so I thought maybe there's more to it. Turns out I was right. The author takes the usual YA themes of unrequited love, falling for your best friend......more

Goodreads review by Just a man's point of view on November 07, 2016

This book went right under my skin. I don't know if I really appreciate it when it happens. Till last year I would have been awake until four in the morning to read and know how this damn thing would finish, but now that I have someone (♥) checking that I get enough sleep, I had to read it a little b......more