Summary: Orphaned as a child, terrorized by her abusive brother, and haunted by memories, Leia feels exposed, powerless, and vulnerable. When her tormented mind can stand it no longer, she escapes to the zoo, where she finds shelter and seeks refuge. The zoo is a sanctuary: a protective space for families, and a safe place for the traumatized to forget. But can she ever feel safe? Can she ever forget?
My Thoughts: Fix Me is a quick read that could have – and maybe should have – been a smidgeon longer. Despite the brevity, it’s well-written and handles a plethora of weighty issues – cutting, runaways, domestic violence, hints at child pornography … I suspect this will end up on the list of challenged books as a result. Works for me, as that’ll likely mean MORE people will read it! 
I read this book in pretty much one sitting. (I say pretty much because we were traveling in the car, and I stopped reading during pit stops but otherwise didn’t close the book.) It had me engaged from the start, and kept me going, which I suppose is somewhat obvious. LOL There’s a bit of a mystery over what all it is that she’s so upset about, because she makes it clear that it’s not the abuse from her brother. Later on, the answer is hinted at but never fully spelled out. We get enough to be able to put the pieces together. And that’s enough – I don’t think the sordid details are needed.
Fix Me is emotional, raw, and shocking. One thing I really like is that we never find out her real name. She goes by Leia when she’s at the zoo, and even her brother goes with it. He does so mockingly, of course, but he still goes with it.
I wasn’t too keen on the cover until I got about halfway through the book. Then I understood perfectly, and it makes sense. I still don’t think it’s the most compelling of covers – I likely wouldn’t have picked it up off a shelf – but it fits the story very well.
Will I read this again? Eh … maybe, but probably not. Would I recommend it? Sure.
Source: Received through Around The World Tours for review.
Read It: Fix Me is scheduled for release on December 6, 2011. You can pre-order your own copy HERE. (This is a Book Depository link, and purchase through this link will result in my receiving a small commission at no cost to you. Your support is appreciated!)
Challenges: Counts for the 100 Books in a Year Reading Challenge.
FTC Disclosure: All items reviewed were either obtained by me for my own enjoyment or sent (from the author, publisher, publicist, via tour sites, etc.) in exchange for an honest review. I receive no monetary compensation for my posts. All opinions expressed are my own.
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I am very intrigued by your post that this book will end up on the challenge list!
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