Liabetes by Shanna M Heath - Review
- lynneg1103
- Apr 14
- 2 min read
Updated: Apr 18
Liabetes by Shanna M Heath is a heartfelt story depicting the risks of chasing dreams for the wrong reasons, the pitfalls of unspoken assumptions, and how easily we can justify small deceptions—especially to ourselves.
Olivia James, a high school senior, is talented, bright, and driven. She juggles school, a part-time job, soccer, and a close-knit group of friends. But when it comes to her dream college, Olivia makes a risky choice: she hides the deposit requirement from her parents and decides to handle things on her own. What follows is a compelling look at the internal pressure young people face—and how good intentions can lead to questionable decisions.
The story also shines a light on Paul, whose character wrestles with the heavy burden of living up to his father's ulcer-inducing-high expectations. Through both Olivia and Paul, the novel explores themes of identity, pressure, and the longing to be seen and accepted for who we truly are.
Throw in sweet, innocent romance and you’ve got a well-rounded, emotionally resonant story that’s perfect for current high schoolers—or anyone who remembers the rollercoaster highs and lows of teenage life.
Want to really set the tone? Play on your favorite throwback tune or queue up an old teen TV classic, then dive into Liabetes. You’ll be glad you did.
Liabetes is available on Amazon.
Angela L. Gold is an encourager who shares the love of Christ through her writing. She is the author of The Lion Within and Kill Shot—winner of the 2025 Christian Indie Award for Speculative Fiction. If you'd like to read more of her book reviews, sign up for her monthly email list by clicking the "Join Now" button and providing your name and email address.
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