I received this ARC from Netgalley for an honest review.

Like most of Miranda Kenneally books, I read this one straight through. I love the Hundred Oaks characters and this one was no different. While Chasing Jordan is my favorite, this book is a close 2nd.
This is a great story about a group of hard working teens who sacrifice everything for their sport. I literally could not put this one down. I loved the Maggie and Levi. They were both so interesting and dynamic. I also like the story of their two best friends that was intermixed with theirs. Every year I wait until June when the next Hundred Oaks books comes out and I appreciate the publisher, author and Netgalley allowing me a chance to start 2017 off with this great book. SO GOOD!!!!!

Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars

I am such a huge fan of Miranda Kenneally, her books are full of fun, depth, amazingly fabulous characters and storylines that I truly connect with; I was hooked on this book from the very first page and devoured it in one sitting.

Coming Up for Air has one of my all-time favourite tropes, best friends to more and I adored how this played out despite the sometimes awkward, cringe worthy and also upsetting moments.

Our MC is Maggie who has been training to qualify for the Olympics for as long as she can remember, her best friend is Levi who has already earned his tryout. When Maggie propositions Levi to help her gain experience before heading off to college he hesitantly agrees and this is where things become complicated.

Maggie was a fabulous character, passionate and dedicated; she has a select few friends and has devoted her life to swimming but in the process has forgotten to experience fun, daily life because of her strict schedule; Levi was a great friend and support to Maggie and didn’t handle the change in their friendship as much as Maggie did, he was more conflicted but I loved how it all played out.

The side characters were all great, the swimming information was engaging and detailed without being too much, I enjoyed the routine and competing parts most; there were also many sweet and funny moments; it all flowed well and came together nicely.

One thing that did baffle me a little was the rivalry between Maggie and Roxy; nothing really came of this situation when it was highly focussed on throughout the book, I would have liked a little more closure on this.

Coming up for Air is beautifully written and is a wonderful addition to the Hundred Oaks series, I am excited for the next book! The epilogue at the end was also truly special.

Thank you to Sourcebooks Fire via Netgalley for the opportunity to read an advance copy; it is greatly appreciated.

I’m a huge, huge fan of Miranda Kenneally. I’ve read the whole Hundred Oaks series except Things I Can’t Forget. Based on the other books in the series, there ware a few things I expected from Coming Up for Air:

* An awesome story about sports (that totally has me wanting to start up the sport).
* A deliiicous and fun romance.
* High school / coming of age.

You know what wasn’t on my list of expectations?

Absolutely hilarious.

Coming Up for Air met every single one of my expectations, but then it added a humour element that I totally didn’t expect! I was laughing out loud pretty much the whole time. It’s filled with some great awkward scenes or just plain funny moments.

The romance was everything I hoped it would be. Maybe even better! Maggie and Levi were BRILLIANT together. I love how they were long time friends already. They had this great history and were so adorable together!

Another thing I loved was Maggie’s interest in sex. It’s common for books to have a girl that really craves a relationship, but Maggie wanted to learn how to fool around. She was so open about her sexuality in a way you don’t usually see from girls (in real life or books). I loved it though, and I thought it was a great message that it’s okay to just want to experiment, have fun, and fool around a little.

If you’re already a fan of Miranda Kenneally, then Coming Up for Air will meet every one of your expectations. If you’re not already a fan, then what the hell are you waiting for? Catching Jordan is ready for you!

Absolutely loved Miranda's new book!! I fell in love with the whole entire story from beginning to end!! Plus who doesn't love a book about swimming and romance set in Hundred Oaks where we jump back into this world all over again and get updates on our favorite past characters! Definitely a must read! !

This book is why I ADORE YA contemporary romance! I love the butterflies I get with the feelings of young love. This story was sweet, swoony, and utterly adorable. Miranda Kenneally is one of my go-tos for young adult. I would definitely recommend this book!

I received this book from Netgalley and Source Books in exchange for a honest review:

I flew through this and it will only take you a few hours if you are looking for a quick read. However; this fell a little flat for me and the writing was a little juvinille at times (yes, I know this is about high school students, but I am talking about the writing itself.) There is not much description, and I feel most of the characters only hit the surface of what I look for in characters.

I know this is about a high school student who is an athlete. She is trying to find herself before she leaves for college including in relationships. However; I never felt the characters were 17 years old as they felt much younger to me.

Maggie wants to learn how to "hook up" before college. She has a strange encounter while on a college visit, which could have taken a totally different turn. I did not find this at all realistic. To help her lack of experience, she asks her best friend to help her. You know immediately (even before she ask hims) that Maggies loves Levi.

I also did not really understand the Roxy rivalry. Yes, she moved on and turned her head on the friendship with Maggie. But, nothing else major came out of that situation yet Maggie was acting like she wanted to change her college choice due to being at the same college. Even her parents asked her if she still wanted to go after finding out Roxy would be there. It all just did not work for me.

I feel the tone of the book does improve as you read more, but nothing much happens. It did not really keep me entertained. Since it was such a quick read, I did finish it though. It was cute, but was only ok. Nothing that blew me away. If you love high school love or swimming, I would recommend it.

I have loved every book in Miranda Kenneally's Hundred Oaks series and "Coming Up for Air" was no exception! First love, self-love, growing up, and learning what you really want out of life...Kenneally captures the emotions of all of these situations perfectly every time. I'm really going to miss Hundred Oaks. 5/5 stars.

I have read Miranda Kenneally's previous books: Chasing Jordan and Stealing Parker, and loved them. Therefore I was keen to get my hands on a copy of this book, I absolutely adored this book. Maggie is such a loveable character, and her blossoming romance with Levi made my heart swoon. A feel-good book, perfect for a rainy day!

To Maggie swimming is life. She's a senior in high school but has very little experience with boys. To rectify the situation she asks her swimming buddy and best friend to be her trial hook up. These Hundred Oaks High books have been nice, easy, teen romances but this installment was rather flat.

A great YA story about realizing what important in life. The two main characters have to learn about balancing the pursuit of their dreams and making lasting memories. A lot of fun and I think readers will enjoy these this story of Maggie and Levi!

Maggie lives, breathes and dies by her swimming routine; she is going to go to the Olympics after all and she doesn't have time for any of the high school nonsense. When she begins to wonder what it would be like to have a boyfriend, she asks her best friend Levi to teach her how to "hook up", she doesn't have time for a real relationship. Sparks fly when the two of them learn that maybe they aren't just friends. Cute, easy read that had me rooting for Maggie til the very end.

a good ya read