Okay, so I have to admit that at first I didn't think I was going to be able to deal with a girl named Fred in the book. I was sort of expecting to be all kinds of confused while reading. I'm one of those readers that a simple name can throw me off. I know it's weird, right? Fortunately, though, I didn't have an issue with it at all. I think it's because the story is told from two different points of view.Hooked touches some real life issues that a lot of readers will be able to relate to. Fred goes through a lot and Ryan right along with her.The story opens up with Fred; she's is getting asked to join her school's golf team. It's a great opening because in the little pages you really learn a lot about Fred and her love for Golf. The author got right to it. You go through her struggle of trying to decide if it's the right move. Immediately I knew I was going to like her. She's a sweet character, stays out of trouble, and focuses on her school work, family, friends, and golf. She knew joining the school's golf team was not going to be easy since she is the only girl on the team, but it's her only chance at doing what she loves and possibly getting a scholarship into college. What Fred didn't expect was, Ryan.At first Ryan is your typical rich boy who is used to getting what he wants and doing what he wants. His best friend, Seth, gets kicked off the team and Fred takes his place. It upsets him, but not more than Seth. When Ryan is paired up with Fred at one of their games he sees her talent and opens up a bit to the ideal of her being on the team. He starts to get to know her a little better and actually tries to build a friendship with her. Needless to say that's when things get complicated for them both. Seth makes it his mission to make Fred miserable. It was just one thing after another. And he's not very happy with the way Ryan begins to feel about Fred.The romance between Fred and Ryan wasn't a rushed one and it definitely wasn't as mushy as I thought it would be. It was done just right and I found myself sucked in and rooting for them. I guess Hooked surprised me more than once. I was definitely Hooked on Fred and Ryan. LOL!I do have some complaints, but I can't really share them without giving away spoilers. I will say, though, that as much as I loved Fred, I felt she was quick to give up and let things go. She needed to be just a tad stronger and question things. Not just assume and accept them for what they seemed.This was a great book and I definitely recommend it.4.5 out of 5 Stars!
