Through Quick and Quinn

De: Erica Mimran Sherlock

Narrado por: Nichole Chimere Morgan

Flashbacks. Guilt. Self-Loathing.

Quick is a teenager drowning in the aftermath of an unspeakable tragedy. Estranged from his dysfunctional parents and disconnected from his peers, he numbs his pain with endless distractions, struggling to survive each agonizing day.

Meditations. Crystals. Self-Awareness.

Quinn, a self-imposed outcast, seeks refuge in the spiritual world. After a heartbreaking loss, she immerses herself in energy healing, embracing nature's solace and striving to move forward with positivity and gratitude.

Both uninterested in forming connections, Quick and Quinn are shocked to discover a bond that propels them on parallel journeys of self-discovery. As they grapple with the traumas that shattered their childhood innocence, they muster the courage to uncover the truths behind their circumstances. Delving into research and introspection, they unveil a cascade of questions about the world around them, navigating through a perceived web of lies. Their unexpected friendship ignites a desire for discourse, prompting them to challenge the status quo and invite others to do the same, despite the risks.

Quick and Quinn were bold enough to share their tale. Will you be brave enough to listen to it?

Just know this:

Their story challenges the narrative.

Their story exists in the uncomfortable.

Their story says all the quiet parts out loud.

©2024 Erica Mimran Sherlock (P)2025 Erica Mimran Sherlock

Beautiful story of Healing

“At the end of the day, it’s Quick and Quinn through thick and thin.”

Through Quick and Quinn by Erica Mimran Sherlock

Through Quick and Quinn is a beautiful coming-of-age story of friendship, blossoming romance, healing, and forgiveness and reconciliation.

The things Quick and Quinn suffer are awful and unspeakable. In fact, no one in Quick’s new school knows what he went through, the grief, anguish, and guilt that plagues him on a daily basis. And Quinn works on finding healing through a medium that is different from what I am used to. She finds healing in crystals, zen gardens, and meditation.
While I do respect those who use crystals, I don’t really believe in them.
I do believe that one can find peace and solace in spending time in God’s creations, which I thought was beautifully demonstrated throughout the book. I also loved how meditation was used. I do believe that being still and meditating can bring inner peace.
Another aspect I loved was that they both also found healing through creative outlets. I think finding a creative way to express oneself can be part of their healing journey. It has been for me.
I also love that Quick and Quinn find healing in their friendship, their mutual curiousity, and similar grief.

Their friendship really is my favorite part of the book. It’s beautiful, but also imperfect at times. I love that they are so supportive of each other. Erica does a phenomenal job at creating two different characters that are actually similar in many ways. The way their friendship just strengthens through time and hardship was the most lovely thing to read in a book. I also loved how Erica shows what a healthy relationship can look like—one of mutual understanding and empathy, forgiveness and apologies.

At first I wasn’t sure of the different format this book is written in, but once I started and the more I read it, I came to love getting both perspectives through texts, journaling, and letter writing. There is also forum writing and texts we see between other side characters.

I loved the themes of forgiveness and reconciliation and healing of broken families.
I nearly cried tears of joy when Quick and Quinn finally healed their relationships with their parents.

I really loved the career path that Quick chose. I thought it was amazing he decided to help society in that way.

I felt very satisfied in the ending, though I was worried for a bit that it wouldn’t have the ending I wanted. And I was so relieved when it did.

I definitely recommend this beauty story, especially if you are grieving or know someone who is grieving.

Quote:
“I meant what I said, Quinn. Nothing could change the way I feel about you.”
“I love you, too.”

Content Guide:
Language: Mild-h*ll and d*mn used multiple times; frickin’, heck, and pissed used multiple times; a** used a few times
Romance Content: Closed-door-Passionate kissing (not descriptive)
Violence/gore: none
Substance Use: drug abuse and almost overdose (side character)
Prejudices: none
Religious Content: “God” used as an exclamation
Other: SIDS, m!scarriages (mentioned), grief (on page), bullying, crystal healing, rough parental relationships and parental negl*ct, loss of sibling, child traff!cking (mentioned several times, but not in detail), k!dnapping (past)

Book Info:
Series: Standalone
Genre: Contemporary YA Romance
Romance Level: Closed-door (kisses only)
Release Date: Available Now
Publisher: Defiance Press
POV: Dual
Debut

Thank you to the Author for the review copy. All thoughts are my own.

Intricately woven masterpiece ❤️

Erica’s book, Through Quick and Quinn, teaches us that love knows no bounds; whether that be platonically or romantically. Each word in this book emanates passion and hope. Each and every word is intricately woven with love and care. Everything about this masterpiece is like cozying up with a warm blanket of love, light, and purpose.

You’ll find yourself wondering why you ever held yourself back in the first place. You’ll find yourself pondering topics that society likes to keep quiet. You’ll find yourself remembering what the true expression of love was always meant to be.

This book will encourage you to find your true authentic self. This book will wrap its arms around you, call your name, and tell you to forgive yourself. You will feel, deal, and heal from things you never knew you needed to. This book will warm not just your heart, but every nook and cranny of your soul.
Every aspect of this book has left me with hope and a tender feeling that things will in fact work out; and how through divine timing, connections will slingshot you forward in such a lovely way.

This book left me with a to-do list in mind.

1. Express myself truly and authentically even if others don’t appreciate my uniqueness.
2. Be open-minded to everything. You’d be surprised how something out of your comfort zone can truly bless you, and change your life for the better.
3. Let go of what I cannot control. Whether that be people, situations, or thoughts. To truly surrender my worries to the universe.
4. Do what makes me happy, because if it fills my heart, and brings me joy, it is not a waste of time.

I have been given a new outlook on life after having read Through Quick and Quinn, and I can promise that you will too.