Secrets, betrayal, fear. Annie had lived with those most of her adult life. Coping was not easy but she managed until she got the shock of her life. A visit from the past. Now one shocking night of violence threatens to destroy all that she holds dear. Kaira Rouda has written a story that every woman should read. Annie was trapped within a prison that she created to escape the events of the past. Her predicament angered me because she didn't deserve the fall out she had to endure because she trusted the wrong person. The seriousness of this story is evident from the first page. One devastating event led to a spur of the moment the decision that could topple her whole world. Laguana Heights is gripping, heartbreaking and triumphant. I received an ARC of this novel in exchange for an honest review. A stunning piece of fiction that lingers on after the last page. ( )

I have a dirty little secret...I LOVE watching reality TV while I grade essays. Mindless chatter keeps me awake when reading particularly dry essays. Kaira Rouda is combining two of my favorites: Reality TV and reading.

Laguna Heights is the second in a series that takes a look a the life of the stars after the reality show has ended. Years have gone by since these teenagers last spent serious time in front of the camera. Life has changed drastically for just about everyone on the original cast. Annie and Hank seem to have the idea life, marriage, kids, a home in Laguna Beach. What more could they possible want...

Annie wants things to stay the same forever, but in walks her dirty little secret. Will Hank stand by his loving wife through her difficult time? Heck, should he? I'm not sure I would...You'll have to grab a copy of your own to see her life changing secret is.

I received an advanced reader copy of this book in exchange for honest review.