Review: TAKING THE STAND, by Juliann Rich

What an amazing wrap-up to the Caught in the Crossfire Trilogy! Juliann Rich continues to blow me away with her spot-on writing and relatable characters. It has been a pleasure to follow Jonathan on his journey from a shy boy trying to figure himself out, to an outspoken young man who understands what he wants and isn't afraid to take risks. Rich does a great job wrapping up all the loose ends, even if those loose ends aren't tied in a pretty bow. I appreciate this author's portrayals of reality, and the way her build-up of tension entices me to continue reading. I look forward to reading all of her future books.

Stars: 4.5/5 
Recommended for: Lovers of LGBTQ YA fiction and realistic stories (and, of course, anyone who has read the first two books in the series)