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The Path We Take (Young Love) Paperback – June 19, 2019

by Kylie Key (Author)
4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 111 ratings
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The Path We Take


He’s alone

He’s tattooed

He’s badly burnt

He’s fighting for his life

A knee injury turns my world upside down,

putting my gymnastics scholarship in doubt.

As I wait for surgery, I’m persuaded into volunteering

to help with my college applications.


The boy called Spider has no family nearby

and faces many months in hospital.

They think my visits will help with his recovery,

give him something to look forward to,

help him heal.


But they're wrong.

I don't help Spider.

He helps me.

The boy who has nothing to live for

Ends up giving me everything to live for.



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  1. Book 2 of 6
    Young Love
  2. Print length
    211 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Publication date
    June 19, 2019
  5. Reading age
    13 - 18 years
  6. Dimensions
    6 x 0.53 x 9 inches
  7. ISBN-10
    107342118X
  8. ISBN-13
    978-1073421183
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"Kylie Key has crafted a warm, lingering look into the trouble that pain - of all sorts - can cause, and how sometimes you find your path where you least expect it." Beth Rodgers, YA Books Central, Author of Freshman Fourteen and Sweet Fifteen

"A heart warmer for sure..." Alex Hayes, author of The Chameleon Effect Series and Steel Strings


"This is a treasure." Stephany Snell, Goodreads reviewer

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Independently published (June 19, 2019)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 211 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 107342118X
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1073421183
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 13 - 18 years
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 13.4 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.53 x 9 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 111 ratings

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Kylie Key

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Kylie is still very young at heart. She loves writing about first crushes, first kisses and first loves.

She lives near the mountains (in New Zealand), and loves walking alongside the river, which is where she dreams up her stories. Other things she likes are her two cats, Toby and Steve, chocolate in any form and watching sunsets at the beach.

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swavelykid
5.0 out of 5 stars Love can change a dream
Reviewed in the United States on July 26, 2019
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This was the first work I’ve read by this author and loved the premise of the story. Though it centers around teens and young adults the story is one that makes people of any age submit to a bit of introspection. How do we regard ourselves in the light of how we view others?

This book was an easy read but had heart-wrenching depth to it. The protagonists each had some reflection and growing to do and I ached for both of them. As the story progressed each one began to change.

Domi has a great life. With a stable, loving family her biggest worry is whether or not she will win a gymnastics scholarship. But, life has a way of turning us upside down when we least expect it. After an unexpected injury her plans may be altered and she must focus on getting things back on track. That suddenly changes when her brother asks her to volunteer by visiting a young patient in the burn ward.

Spider is a burn victim, with a dysfunctional family situation he lays in the hospital broken, hopeless and alone. Tattooed as a child and burned over sixty percent of his body he has nothing to look forward to until Domi comes into his life. He knows he isn’t worthy of her time or attention but she’s like a breath of fresh air to him. His lonely life suddenly revolves around this girl who makes him forget his pain.

As they get to know each other they each find that love can break down any barrier. Whether it’s preconceived ideas of themselves or worry over their future, they find that love can change their dreams. And maybe it might just be perfect.
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Amber Hodges
5.0 out of 5 stars Such a cute sweet romance!
Reviewed in the United States on July 28, 2019
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This is a story that will stick with me for my whole life. I absolutely loved it!! Its a book that makes you think about your own life and appreciate what you do have.

I really enjoyed following Dominique and seeing her blossom into a wonderful person.

Malachi..sigh, swoon, etc. I LOVED him. I couldn't wait to get to follow Domi when she would get to see him again. The author nails this character and makes you have so many emotions for him. I cried several times as we get hit with more parts of his life. He is such an amazing guy!

I am sad this book is over because I could follow them forever! I would love to see how things end up later on for them!

Get ready for an emotional rollercoaster that is packed full with a beauty all its own. Tissues will be needed but in the end you will have a huge smile on your face!
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Italy
4.0 out of 5 stars .
Reviewed in the United States on June 24, 2020
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At first I wasn’t really feeling it, I felt like we weren’t getting to see the true sides of the characters. For example we were shown her friends and how they acted in the beginning. We were given the beginning thread to their true natures. But later on it was actually not true, it was like a slap to the face. But I pushed on and got attached, it was so sweet and I couldn’t stop reading. I’m super happy that I indeed finished this book, I was not disappointed with the turnout!
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Jeff Criswell
5.0 out of 5 stars Sweet story
Reviewed in the United States on March 12, 2023
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I have enjoyed this sweet heartfelt adventure of two young people that had bad thing happen to them but they meet in the hospital and change their lives.
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Kade Braylen Gulluscio
3.0 out of 5 stars good book for teens
Reviewed in the United States on July 7, 2019
This book is definitely geared towards teens/young adults in my opinion. Super clean.. no cursing, no sex scenes.
It was a cute enough story, but definitely not my favorite.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful!
Reviewed in the United States on May 1, 2022
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I loved this story! It was sweet and heart warming! A combination I love to read! I also love the message of there is always someone who has it worse than you so you should be thankful and if you can help some one who needs to smile again. You never know what blessing will come from it.
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Bookity-Book Girl
5.0 out of 5 stars AHHHHMAZING!!!
Reviewed in the United States on February 14, 2022
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I read this book in a number of hours, I couldn't put it down! The story of "Spider" broke my heart over and over again in
the best and worst ways. I recommend this book to everyone, it will make you rethink your priorities and fall in love with life.
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Julie H
5.0 out of 5 stars Love this book!
Reviewed in the United States on November 14, 2021
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What a sweet and touching love story. And what a reminder about what is really important in life and to remember how blessed we really are, even when things don’t go the way we want them to.
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A. Violine
5.0 out of 5 stars the value of life
Reviewed in Canada on August 9, 2020
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Dominique and Malachi, the main characters, are from two different worlds; she is a protected and loved teenager, he is dirt poor and alone. They meet when they are at their (supposed) worst. Dominique then realizes how great her life actually is, that she has everything that is important: a loving and supportive family, great friends, and though her knee is injured, she is healthy. Opposed to Malachi who has burns on 60% of his body and fighting for his life on a daily basis, not knowing when he will be out of the hospital or if he will ever be able to walk again. Two people, two worlds, one love…
I particularly enjoyed Dominique’s character, when she matures from a somewhat spoilt teenager into a young woman who is grateful for the life her parents offered her. It is a beautiful story about how one’s perspective changes when faced with true problems and pain.
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Beach Baby
5.0 out of 5 stars Keep the kleenex handy...this one will make you cry
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 2, 2020
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I think I fell a little bit in love with Malachi. Such a tender love story. The strength of the characters draws the reader into this tale and you're soon caught up in all their emotions. Great read. Made me smile, Made me cry. Loved it....and Benji bear.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Heartbreaking and surprising absolutely fantastic
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 22, 2021
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Amazing strong characters having there world ripped from them fighting huge battles and coming out the other side much stronger
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Shaztwirl
4.0 out of 5 stars An Enjoyable Read
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 1, 2019
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A nice story. It didn't bit me in the feels like it seems to have for so many. I was certainly never close to tears. Am I read inside? But, I did enjoy the story and it was nicely written.
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