Kayla Hicks' Secrets They Never Told Receives Praise
A month after Kayla Hicks released Secrets They Never Told, it is receiving praise from reviewers of all kinds, readers, and bloggers alike.
"This YA book is heart-warming, with a little bit of heartbreak too as Sadi tries to work out what she will do now and with the secret she uncovers.
Everything that has happened to Sadi has made her into a strong young woman, even if she doesn’t believe it herself. It is lovely to see a character like this in this story.
Weaved into the book is a romance storyline too which adds even more to like in this great read.
Overall, a heart-warming YA contemporary read with a shocking secret."
"I’ve read five of Hicks’s books, and Secrets They Never Told is my favorite to date. She writes in a wide variety of genres in addition to YA, including children’s books and superhero stories.
Characters like Sadi and Lena from Anywhere Else are a strength of her writing. Hicks writes well the perspective of a young woman finding her way despite facing challenges early in life. There’s a vulnerability and quiet strength that comes through in these characters.
I recommend this book for readers who are fans of easy-reading books with a satisfying resolution that tugs on the heartstrings. It is a perfect read for a weekend when you want to be uplifted or just enjoy a sweet story."
"This is an incredibly powerful and moving read.
From the first few pages this is emotionally charged and deals with some difficult issues for a young character.
Sadi is such a strong female lead, and Parker was a brilliant bestie too. I felt for both of these characters from the off.
Some surprising events and a moving outcome."
"I thoroughly enjoyed this book. The characters bring you right in and I love that the reader picks up the history of Sadi, our protagonist, through a series of flashbacks. An engaging story about love, sacrifice, and coming of age. I look forward to reading more from this talented writer." - Maria Rivera
Secrets They Never Told is available for purchase on Amazon.