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Star-crossed couples

Posted at 04:25PM Mar 06, 2009 by pneditor in Status

This morning I copied and pasted all your comments from my last post into a Word document (it's easier to read that way)...and it was 58 pages long!!! Very impressive--that's about half a book right there.

After reading through the majority of the comments, I noticed a very common theme...one Josh Hollis. I could be wrong here, but it seems like you all miss him. :) Now that I've heard why Thomas captured your hearts, I'm curious to hear your thoughts on Josh. What is it that makes him so perfect for Reed? Make your case for why you think they should get back together. I'm listening!

<3
Kate

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Please tell me there is another Private coming out after Paridise Lost. I'm pretty sure i need to find out if Reed is alive or dead! These books are so good, my favorite. <3

Posted by Francesca on March 06, 2009 at 04:44 PM EST #

First of all, just have to give u props Kate!! Paradise Lost (tried to make it last... but read it in 2 days, ha ha) was SOOOOOO AMAZING!! The only bad thing was that it had the WORST CLIFF HANGER in the history of cliff hangers!! I CANNOT wait until Suspicion comes out!!!!! Anyway, I like Josh because he's not a player, like Upton and Thomas. He cares about his relationships and he's super sweet!! He even tried to take a BULLET for Reed!! Can you say 'OMG'???!!! Plus, now that Reed and Ivy are friends, maybe it won't be so bad for Josh and Reed to get back together since they are friendly... if that makes sense... :D Great job Kate. I hope Josh and Reed get back together and Reed is okay and they find out who tried to to DROWN her. I bet it was Poppy, Sienna, or Paige. But I could be wrong... toodles!! xoxo Blaire

Posted by Blaire on March 06, 2009 at 04:51 PM EST #

Wow, Kate. You really out-did yourself with "Paradise Lost." I just finished it today. I miss Josh. I think he keep Reed soooooo grounded. So, now that there is no super freak-o stalking her, I think that if they got back together, they would be just perfect. Like, nothing would get in their way. Except for the person that tried to kill Reed! The jerk! I CANNOT wait for your next book! :D Keep writing! You are such an inspiration to me. Just put Reed and Josh back together! Upton can't last, he just can't. After all, Reed's known Josh longer, he knows what she has been through! <3 Katie Jay

Posted by Katie on March 06, 2009 at 05:11 PM EST #

I love Josh because he is so sweet and he actually cares for Reed. He may ocasionally slip up but ge loves her. He's so cute with his comments like Breakfast My Love and how when she finally says I love you back he says it over and over again. He is nothing like Upton or Thomas (thank god) which makes him abosolutly perfect. When every Reed gets mad at him he always apologizes like in the same day. Just face it He's the perfect boyfriend and Ivy does not deserve him at all. Her and Reed may be friends but that does not change the fact that she treated Reed badly at first. Reeed <3's Josh and Josh <3's Reed so get them back together please oh and dont let her die first of all lol!!!!!!! I LOVE JOSH FOREVA!!!!!

Posted by Missy on March 06, 2009 at 05:26 PM EST #

I love Josh because he is so sweet and he actually cares for Reed. He may ocasionally slip up but ge loves her. He's so cute with his comments like Breakfast My Love and how when she finally says I love you back he says it over and over again. He is nothing like Upton or Thomas (thank god) which makes him abosolutly perfect. When every Reed gets mad at him he always apologizes like in the same day. Just face it He's the perfect boyfriend and Ivy does not deserve him at all. Her and Reed may be friends but that does not change the fact that she treated Reed badly at first. Reeed <3's Josh and Josh <3's Reed so get them back together please oh and dont let her die first of all lol!!!!!!! I LOVE JOSH FOREVA!!!!!

Posted by Missy on March 06, 2009 at 05:33 PM EST #

josh is soo sweet. and hes headstrong..and somewhere deep down he stil loves reed and i think he always will.

Posted by Jaime on March 06, 2009 at 06:19 PM EST #

reed seems so happy with josh. i love it when they talk. i hope we hear good heart to hearts in the next book. i want reed to open up to josh about everything.. no one seems to know anything about her personal life except well.. us. KATE your AWESOME. i loveee these books. pleease dont ever stop writing them aha.

Posted by Erin on March 06, 2009 at 06:26 PM EST #

Alrighty!! Josh is soooo perfect for Reed because he is really sweet and actually deeply cares for her. He sometime seems a little overbearing by telling her what to do and his mood swings and all, but its only because he's looking out for her and wants whats best for her. He also always appologizes every time. And he loves her and respects her. Oh!!, and he's really sweet!!!! LOL

Posted by Morgan on March 06, 2009 at 06:31 PM EST #

Alrighty!! Josh is soooo perfect for Reed because he is really sweet and actually deeply cares for her. He sometime seems a little overbearing by telling her what to do and his mood swings and all, but its only because he's looking out for her and wants whats best for her. He also always appologizes every time. And he loves her and respects her. Oh!!, and he's really sweet!!!! LOL

Posted by Morgan on March 06, 2009 at 06:35 PM EST #

Kate i wanted to start by saying that i absolutely love the private series. i buy the books the day they come out. Paradise Lost was amazing...i like Josh because he is Reeds rock. when her life gets crazy Josh is the one she wants to sort it all out with. i feel for Ivy and understand why she is the way she is. i still hate her for taking Josh, but her taking him was part of what made the series interesting. hes soo sweet and was always there when Reed needed him.(like when Cheyenne died, as much as you could tell he was upset that she didnt believe him about the pills, he was still there for her.) i cannot wait until Suspicion so hurry up! please?

Posted by stephanie on March 06, 2009 at 06:36 PM EST #

hey this is my first time commenting! lol first of all kate you are such a good writer. i love your books!!!!!!! Dont ever stop writing! and i think josh and reed are meant to be 2gether. they both love each other. josh cares for reed,and reed cares for him too. there just a perfect match! Reed&Josh 4ever!!!!!

Posted by Emily on March 06, 2009 at 06:42 PM EST #

okay, first off kate these books are SOOOO amazing. and they are my favorite series of all time. which is very hard to pick because i read like a lot. anyway, i love josh because he is the sweetest, cutest, and most perfect guy EVER! he is perfect for reed because he balances her out so well. she is kind of paranoid (who can blame her?) but he is always there to reassure her which is nice. i wish i had a guy like josh!!! and please let them get back together! if they dont get back toghether until the last sentence, of the last page, of the last book i dont care. as long as i know that those two are together again. and if they dont get back together, please let reed find a guy who will treat her just as good as josh did. and I LOVE JOSH! and so does practically everyone else who reads your books. =)

Posted by Jenny on March 06, 2009 at 06:50 PM EST #

First let me just say, I HATE UPTON! That said, I love Josh because he’s just a genuinely good guy. He’s caring, smart, and talented. He's cute (no, gorgoeous!!) and he's just soo sweet!! He's only overbearing when he worries about Reed’s wellbeing. Yes, I get annoyed when he’s always putting down Billings and Noelle, but can you blame the guy? Those girls had a hand in his best friends murder, and two of the billings girls (*cough* ariana and sabine) almost killed the love of his life! (A.K.A. Reed) And I thinks it’s sweet that he is so passionate about protecting her, even if he goes a little overboard. And like someone said earlier, he KNOWS when he acts like this and apologizes. Plus, he never pressures Reed into doing anything she's not ready for. (I.E. the whole saying "I love you")I LOVE HIM! I'm gonna find me a Josh Hollis one of these days. And please Kate, let Reed and Josh get back together BEFORE the end of the series!! (Cause we all know they will eventually.)

Posted by Amanda S. on March 06, 2009 at 06:52 PM EST #

so i just finished lost paradise!!! Read it in 2 days! At first I wanted Reed and Josh to get back together but now I want her and Upton to make it work.It would be great if they stay together, and he ends his player ways.Can't wait for the next book!!!

Posted by Chanel on March 06, 2009 at 06:58 PM EST #

I love Josh. He is my absoulte favorite character ever created. I think he is perfect because he is so sweet, you know he won't play you, and he is a rock for Reed. I sometimes think that Reed didn't treat him right, like the more than once occasion where she ditched Josh for Noelle and he always looks pasts things like that. He is really cute like how he always has paint on his clothes, i think it's adorable that he loves art. You can tell he loves Reed. Josh is just simply amazing.

Posted by Brookie on March 06, 2009 at 07:00 PM EST #

Josh is a sweet guy and he and Reed are perfect for each other they been through a lot together

Posted by Gossip Girl on March 06, 2009 at 07:09 PM EST #

I love josh because...there are really no words to describe him he is just perfect!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Posted by tiggy on March 06, 2009 at 07:21 PM EST #

I LOVE JOSH! I agree with everyone above me. They are just perfect together! and i will be very sad if they dont end up together.

Posted by Jenny on March 06, 2009 at 07:38 PM EST #

Kate, the reason i think Josh is perfect for reed is that, he's sweet. He cares for her, he loves her. and she loves him back. Also, he's not a player. I hate guys like that.(but I love thomas and Upton) I know he can be mean sometimes, but he cares for her. that the reason he will be mean. he only wants to protect her. Josh even took a bullet for reed. How many guys in the world would do that? He's like Edward Cullen, but in human form!! Also, we all know he was mood problems, but i think reed is like the only one who care control them. I don't think Josh likes Ivy, he just staying with her, because she's the one that got shot. I don't blame him for doing that. That's how he is, sweet and doing the right thing always. I know reed and Ivy are like friends now, but i don't think Ivy and Josh are meant for each other. They don't have this connection like reed and Josh do. That's why i think Reed and Josh are suppose to be together.

Posted by Ambika on March 06, 2009 at 07:45 PM EST #

So many reasons! 1. He treats her with respect. He doesn't go around dealing drugs, have alcoholic problems, lie to her, or knowingly embarrass her. 2. Being around him, Reed never has to question his loyalty. Reed always had to be sure Upton wasn’t with another girl. That was never the case with Josh. 3. In Paradise Lost Reed mentioned how she wanted to just talk to him and sort out everything that happened, to make sense of the chaos. When things get crazy for Reed, he is the one who keeps her sane. 4. He wants what's best for her. He gets touchy with the Billings stuff, but it's because he cares about her. 5. His love for her is never doubted. I don’t think Upton and Thomas were being truthful they said they loved Reed. He was so happy when Reed told him that she loved him. And the way he looks at her . . . aww!! That sums up most of what I think. So pleeeeeeaase have Reed and Josh get back together? Pwetty please? :D

Posted by Lily on March 06, 2009 at 08:07 PM EST #

I would have to say the reason Josh is perfect for Reed is that he cares about her and hes sweet and loyal to her. Josh isnt the one who lies to you or keep secrets like thomas had. Also Josh isn't a player like Upton and Thomas. Even though Reed cheated on him he saved her life when Sabine tried to kill her. Josh jumped for the gun just to save her not anyone else thats why he is so perfect.

Posted by Veronika on March 06, 2009 at 08:19 PM EST #

Josh is so sweet and he's always asking Reed if she's ok and actually cares for her. So what if Reed messed up josh messed up to and reed forgave him. Now that the whole "Dash" thing isn't reeds fault he should forgive her but "ivey needs him" well reed needs him more shes been through alot. I mean i like Ivy but i think shes an the way. I want her and reed to stay friends though.

Posted by zoe on March 06, 2009 at 08:32 PM EST #

Because Josh loves Reed, and Reed loves Josh. They're meant to be. Simple as that. <3

Posted by Amanda on March 06, 2009 at 08:42 PM EST #

well i already commented but i forgot to say that i tots agree with noelle that REED NEEDS THERAPY. BIG TIME. shes been through so much. and we all still love her no matter how mad we can sometimes get with her.. also can you update the case file? Excelent cliff hanger btw. i cant wait for more its all i think about could you give us a small preview for Suspision?

Posted by Erin on March 06, 2009 at 08:53 PM EST #

Josh Hollis is so perfect for Reed because he keeps her grounded. He keeps Reed's head on straight after everything they/ve been through. Plus, they love each other soooooooooo much! I do want Ivy to be happy ( I started liking her during Revelation) but I think Reed needs him more than Ivy does. He also treats her right and aside from the Cheyenne incident....he's always been loyal to Reed...they need each other. Oh and btw Suspicion needs to come out way sooner I can't handle waiting 7 months, even with Beautiful Disaster in between.

Posted by Ali on March 06, 2009 at 09:16 PM EST #

I LOVE PARADISE LOST!! but talk about a cliff hanger! and i thought revalation's ending was crazy intense! anyways i totally love josh hollis! he's so cute and nice and sweet and down to earth and he totally knows exactly what reeds been through so he's completely there for her! also he totally brings her down when she's going crazy or anything and just kind of gives her a way to be herself without anyone judging. i think they should get back together because they just should they both totally still love each other! plus i was completely devastated when josh walked in on reed and dash! almost cried! :'( i miss him! bring him back (soon! 7 months is too long what am i supose to do with myself?!?)

Posted by Bailey on March 06, 2009 at 09:45 PM EST #

I can't wait 7 months for Suspicion!! I'm dying to find out what happens to Reed! Please hasten the release date. PLEASE!!

Posted by Mary Lauren on March 06, 2009 at 09:54 PM EST #

I love Josh because he's sweet and can also be a little crazy at times. He has his faults, just like everyone else, but at the end of the day, he realizes how much he loves Reed. Most of us can more than likely tell that Reed is still in love with Josh, but is desperately trying to get over him by moving on. Josh tries to do the same thing with Ivy, but still has feelings for Reed. They belong together because no matter what either of them have done in their past, or present, they still love each other at the end of the day. I miss Josh and Reed being together. ;D

Posted by Perverted Bouncy Ball on March 06, 2009 at 10:10 PM EST #

HEY KATE!! IM A HUGE FAN!! I REALLY LOVE JOSH AND MISSED HIM IN PARADISE LOST!! THANK GOD UPTON IS OUT OF THE PICTURE! I KINDA THOUGHT SAWYER WAS CUTE, BUT NEVER NEVER NEVER AS CUTE, FUNNY, ADORABLE, POLITE, NICE AS JOSH! HE'S MY FAVORITE CHARACTER OF ALL!! KEEP WRITING LOVE, KATIE

Posted by katie on March 06, 2009 at 10:34 PM EST #

whats there not to like about Josh. he is so sensitive, kind, independent, thoughtful, artistic (i still remeber when he tried to get Reed's mind off thomas death and he had painted with her), gentle, overprotective, and he has an edge. Reed needs him in her life with all her dramma and everythin. i jus think she moved on way too fast with Upton like seriously after all those incidents she has the time to fall in love with a player like seriously she shouldnt move that fast. Josh and Reed 100% but i understand that you have to kee it interesting and like a soap opera ppl dont stay together cuz it brings ppl to like it more with new tension and attraction. PLEASE KATE IM BEGGIN YOU TO COME OUT WITH THE NEXT BOOK SOOON. THE AGONY IS PAINFUL!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Posted by Gabriela on March 06, 2009 at 10:52 PM EST #

I dont like Josh but i dont hate him if you know what I mean. I think he's alright.

Posted by Kayla E. on March 06, 2009 at 11:07 PM EST #

I miss the old era of the Billings gilrs! :( I think that the Private series has been getting more and more prissy, superficial, and unrealistic. Bring the old feel of the Private series back!!!! P.S. I think the the first 4 novels are the best. I liked the first the most though.

Posted by Kayla E. on March 06, 2009 at 11:10 PM EST #

omg. i love love loved the Paradise Lost. when does the next one come out? and Josh is perfect cos he is. He just, seems like the perfect one. Hes just soo... ugh. cant explain!

Posted by elaine on March 06, 2009 at 11:13 PM EST #

OMG best book series i have ever read !!!!!!!!!!!! no words can EVER describe i have gotten all my friends into them and i trust u that there is atleast going to be atleast 1 more book becuz u LOVE us SOO much!!! but josh is MY FAVORITE GUY IN THE BOOKS NO QUESTIONS ASKED !! The paint scene is MY FAVORITE scene EVER. you are no doubt the best writter on this planet and ur books are 1 billion times better then the twilight series. i think that the fact that both josh and reed are both torchered souls make them SOUL MATES i think it will be impossible to love any other people becuz they have found each others love !! please dont completely push upton out thought but def. bring josh back becuz its DEPPRESING. LUVVVVVVVVVVV ur righting it makes me cry even when its not a sad part . skills !

Posted by Chloe Gaian on March 06, 2009 at 11:13 PM EST #

I love your series! I read the book just under an hour and a half, I couldn't put it down. (Just ask my family) About Josh, I love him. A little overprotective, sure, but sweet. And caring. His predujust against the Billing Girls is a little annoying, but understandable. He is the guy that you can always go back too, and she needs to too! Please make them get back together, I hate when they are apart. Overall, Josh is one of my favorite characters... And I love Arianna- but I don't think that is really relevant to the whole Josh thing... Love the books! Make the next one come out now!!!

Posted by Shelby on March 06, 2009 at 11:40 PM EST #

Ok. i love Josh and Reed because they are just so good for each other. I cant even explain it. They just have to be together. I love the scene when there playing soccer and they trip and get caught by the principal and stuff. That was adorable!! But i do have to admit that i like Upton almost as much as Josh. I think Josh should see Reed and Upton together, get jealous and beg for Reed back, and Reed gives in, leaving Upton for Josh. Then Upton gets even more jealous and tries to win her back and Josh is all protective and wont let Reed go, because he just cant stand to lose her again. That would be swell. Well, i'm sure whatever you write will be good Kate. I'm looking forward to the next book! :)

Posted by Mariam on March 07, 2009 at 12:04 AM EST #

Kate, Paradise Lost = AMAZING!!! As I was reading through the other comments, I didn't see any about Sawyer.. but I REALLY like him!! As much as I love love love Josh, it would be close between him and Sawyer for Reed. As long as it isn't Upton!!!! I could see Reed with Sawyer, especially because Ivy is still in the picture. Why I like Josh though: He's so...pure? For lack of a better word, I suppose. He's a sensative, sweet guy. As for Sawyer, I really can't find enough backround info yet, but I just know there's some chemistry between him and Reed. Either way, whatever happens, I'm sure you'll think of something great!!!

Posted by Taylor on March 07, 2009 at 12:06 AM EST #

is there another book after Paradise Lost? please tell me you won't leave the story hanging. i would cry so much. omg, this book was shocking. i really thought josh took the bullet and died cause the first part of the story was reed walking through the hallways of the hospital and the first thing that came to my mind was that josh was in critical condition!. such a shocker that ivy got hit instead. i love josh cause he's so sweet and endearing and he's the epitome of cuteness. the way he talks to reed is so polite and sweet.In my opinion, he's even dreamier than upton! when will the next book come out? i'm dying to read it asap!!!!!

Posted by fareesha on March 07, 2009 at 12:33 AM EST #

kate brian i am in love with your books! and while i love and adore josh i dont really want to see them get back together.i feel like there done. it would weird if they got back together after Paridise Lost in my opinion. i respect Josh and i love him.... for Ivy. reed and josh are done, but whatever you decide to i'm sure we will all love it!! but personally i think thatreed and grham would be neat or reed's relationship with upton should continue... with twists of course!! love you kate brian!

Posted by kayla on March 07, 2009 at 02:11 AM EST #

Hey Kate...I like josh because he is honest, and a genuinely nice guy. He is very devoted and sentemental towards Reed which is really cute. I think he should be in the next book but they don't necissarily need to get back together just stir the pot a little bit!

Posted by **LINDSAY** on March 07, 2009 at 02:22 AM EST #

hi, i think Josh should get back together with reed because he was kind and sweet to her. And i dont think he has ever lost his feelings for her. he was kind and didn't push reed into anything, i liked that and i am sure, if reed was real, she would like that! Ellie...x

Posted by ellie on March 07, 2009 at 04:26 AM EST #

I know there are many reasons why we care for Josh. I know I care for him because he's never really pushed anything on Reed. He never stops making sure she's okay, and regrets it instantly when he hurts her. He has her best interests at heart, and even though he thinks she did all these bad things to him, it hurts him to see that she is in pain over everything. We fing ourselves thinking about a ideal boyfriend, as you can see, many of us think of Josh.

Posted by Gabriella on March 07, 2009 at 10:32 AM EST #

What's NOT good about Josh Hollis? He's everything that Reed wanted and it wasin't their fault they've had relationship problems (Sabine's fault)and they were PERFECT together when Sabine wasn't there to ruin it. I miss them together! I never liked Ivy. She seemed like a man stealer (not that Reed and Josh were together, but, still). The point is, it was sweet how Josh and Reed were so in love. They were the perfect, and SANE couple in the book. By the way, what happens to Sabine? What did Josh want to say to Reed when they were at Kiran's party at the school in Revelation at the end? Same thing with Noelle... What happens???

Posted by Janie Nicole on March 07, 2009 at 11:18 AM EST #

OK first im gonnnnna start out my saying that YES i'm a girl, despite the name. but omgg just saying, i think sawyer killed/tried to kill reed! because she said she smelled a husky sent & isn't that manly? plus something about him didn't seem right! But I liked Thomas the most, i wish he didn't die. Josh second most because he's just so adorable and like the PERFECT boyfriend. he actually LOVED Reed which makes people like him even more, and he wasn't a player

Posted by tyler on March 07, 2009 at 11:21 AM EST #

I like josh cause he's sweet and he's different. He really cares for Reed and doesn't rush into things. I think it was a guy that pushed Reed cause she smelt a musky scent(like cologne?!?) Anyways, I think Josh really cares for Reed and she definitely needs stability and Josh is perfect for her.

Posted by Nataliee on March 07, 2009 at 11:49 AM EST #

yess kate! we all miss josh very VERY VERY MUCH! now y do we like him? hes sweet! hes not like the other guys, he cares and respect reed and isnt intrested in just u know. he cares for reed. hes sensative and he has her best intrest at heart. if he ever says anything that offends reed or annything, hes the first to apologize and instantly feels sorry for it. him and reed just feel perfect together. its like natral. but hes not perfect ether. he has his flaws wich make him even more cute. and hes not like other kids at easton, even tho he has alot of money, he doesn't go telling the world. he aprecitates everything. hes always there for reed whatever happens. he doesnt dissaper or take off. if reed is going through a diffucult time, hes her rock. he keeps her grounded. hes kinda shy and not like artsy type. he always has her best intrest at heart. and lastyl, he is HOT! [in like a cute angel sorta way! lol]

Posted by Mary Hollis on March 07, 2009 at 12:18 PM EST #

I LOVE Josh! Upton might be the hottest guy in the world, but goodness, he made out with those girls when he was drunk. Normal people don't do that, drunk or not. Josh is perfect for Reed. And she will always love him. She always thought about him not texting her and that really hurt me. I LOVE THEM TOGETHER! I think Ivy doesn't deserve Josh. Please let them be together in the next book!

Posted by Krystal on March 07, 2009 at 12:25 PM EST #

Awesome book but why did you have to end it like that...I cant wait for june to find out if reed is still alive or not. You are evil you have done this twice now lol just kidding (and it was probably more than twice)

Posted by Kia on March 07, 2009 at 12:31 PM EST #

I hate the problems that Josh and Reed have. i hope they can make their relationship solid. she needs that esp. since drama surrounds her. Upton is a player and i think he could have been the one to push her over.. him or poppy. cant wait to see who! love, erin. p.s. i love you and your books. i think about the characters like ALL the time.

Posted by Erin on March 07, 2009 at 01:19 PM EST #

josh josh josh. how is he perfect for reed? hes perfect in general. I mean yea, he has his medication and stuff but he is so sincere and caring and soooooooo cuteeee. how could you not love him? him and reed are so cute because i feel like reed needs someone who she can rely on and someone who loves her for who she is and be there for her when shes going through everything. josh is the perfect guy for that and he cares about her so much its soo cuteee! *spolier*: how he jumped for the gun in revelation was insanee and just made me love him more! i relle hope him and reed last and he stays in the series.

Posted by maddie on March 07, 2009 at 01:30 PM EST #

well i love josh! My favorite part is when he comes back from jail and is in the chapel with his parents and his mom is like he hasn't stopped talking about you, reed since school started. and reed is like thinking i didnt know him since school started it is soo cute. i love them together and when the series ends (which i hope it never does) if they are not together i will probably cry... but i love these books and i didnt do any homework the night i got this book and i couldnt go to bed untill i finished it. it was amazing. i think Paige's mom pushed reed of.....

Posted by Kristen MArsden on March 07, 2009 at 01:58 PM EST #

hi kate i just have to say you are the most incredible writer and i really am one of your biggest fans! please never stop writing this series! i dont think i can wait until september its so far away!!! anyways josh and reed are just perfect for eachother there are no words to describe it they just fit like you said they are star-crossed lovers and no one can replace josh for reed i know that he still cares for her deep down but he has to do the right thing as always and stay with Ivy even though they are the worst couple!!! i loved paradise lost but i missed easton so much it was so unfamiliar with all the new characters being introduced it didnt feel like a private book and it didnt seem like the same reed... also Upton is so not right for reed hadnt she learned her lesson about players from thomas dont get me wrong i love thomas but hes so not right for her and he doesnt even go to easton so he would never see her unlike josh... they are just meant to be!!! and the ending a paradise lost was so amazing i think it was either poppy (because she loves upton), daniel (because that family is twisted and he loves poppy and hes so loyal to his mom maybe she told him to go push her), or a small chance it might be taylor (becasue i dont think she was ever really ok with Upton and reed, kind of like me!) anyways kate you are and amazing writer is there any possible way suspicion can come out sooner?!) xoxo abby<3

Posted by abby <3 on March 07, 2009 at 02:16 PM EST #

hi kate i just have to say you are the most incredible writer and i really am one of your biggest fans! please never stop writing this series! i dont think i can wait until september its so far away!!! anyways josh and reed are just perfect for eachother there are no words to describe it they just fit like you said they are star-crossed lovers and no one can replace josh for reed i know that he still cares for her deep down but he has to do the right thing as always and stay with Ivy even

Posted by abby <3 on March 07, 2009 at 02:18 PM EST #

alrightyy than! REED AND JOSH MUST I REPEAT MUUUUUST BE TOGETHER!!!! Okay than why,u askk, is this such a big deal well 1st of all they belong 2gether i mean everything they went through to be 2gether proves as much and 4 them 2 notbe tegether now i mean INSANE! 2nd we did not read a total of 3 books hoping our hearts out that Reed and Josh would be together again 4ever and than have them NOT be 2gether. I mean its compltely unethical!!! 3rd idk about u but the tears and heartbreak that came with said 3 books was now totally and COMPLETELY USELESS!!!!geeeeezzzz 4th and final (promise) i like Ivy i really do but i mean God! shes not supossed to be with Josh! Reed IS!!! OKAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! there r PROBably more reasons but i only wrote down the important ones sooooooooooooo.......TAKE THAT to heart!

Posted by leahT <3 on March 07, 2009 at 02:22 PM EST #

and omg god yea i agree with kayla Private has totally and COMPLETELY changed it doesnt have the same idk like wen i was reading the older ones it had that u no aura or theme or feeling to it that ws just totally for the series private but now paradise lost's feeling is diffrent i miss the old private

Posted by leahT <3 on March 07, 2009 at 02:32 PM EST #

hey 1 major question 4 u Kate!hope u notice this comment!k i just finished Revelation and does Reed die?or did Josh die?because at the last page it saids,"Josh shoved Gage aside and leaped towards me(Reed)...And then everything went black." So who died?who lived?Did Josh leaped infront of her so that the bullet would hit him instead of Reed?or did Reed pass out when it said "everything went black part when "proabably"it hit Josh?or did the bulet just went to Reed?Please kate answers!

Posted by Billings girl on March 07, 2009 at 03:17 PM EST #

oops i meant at the end "Please i need answers"not kate answers.or whater but im sooo confused!and i just need 2 read the Christmas book and then im off to Privlage!!!=)!i<3 all of ur novels kate!esecially the Private novels their so deep and full of drama which i love!

Posted by Billings girl on March 07, 2009 at 03:23 PM EST #

cant wait to read Privilege!

Posted by Billings girl on March 07, 2009 at 03:26 PM EST #

oh boo!

Posted by kika on March 07, 2009 at 03:29 PM EST #

ok.......after i found out like what a d-bag thomas was.. isaid hey why shouldnt reed fall in love with this guy josh i mean hes totally adorable...he and reed like need to get back togteher...sreiously kate...ivy and josh that really doesnt sound too good...ok so i need to get to the part on why i like totally like josh....his hair and his eyes are probaly the most disticnt to me really they are i mean his blond curly hair that goes back to being curly rite after you run your fingers through it...major cuteness...lol..and the fact that hes so....i dont know like a gentlemen...you cant find tht now a days can you? Well kate keep on keepin on....o and please tell me that josh is going to be in your next book...untill next time...bye...=)

Posted by mary toledo on March 07, 2009 at 03:59 PM EST #

Kate! This is the first time i've ever been to this site. i just had to find out if there was another private novel after Revelation. I just finished it, in oh, 3 days! i LOVE LOVE LOVE the private series. its amazing. i'd have to say, i love reed & josh together, and then i honestly do love noelle for her cattiness, but not for everything she did to reed. yes, what reed did was wrong, but come on now! dash played a part too. i like how ivy and reed partnered together in teh end of #8, but i still think reed and josh are better together. i was so upset when 8 ended, and i thought there wasn't going to be another one. i'm so EXCITED to get paradise lost soon. and i think i'm going to give privilege a try too! :) keep writing more private novels! thanks! <3emily.

Posted by Emily on March 07, 2009 at 04:31 PM EST #

I actually like Upton and Reed together. I think Upton is the perfect dose of reality for Reed since all shes gotten is overtly snobby, or bitchy, or sweet people in here life. Ex. Josh - way to sweet all the time and then when they break up basically turns and dates the one person that hated Reed most at the time, Ivy. I mean I understand the boy is betrayed, heartbroken etcetera. But that is CRUEL. He could have not dated anyone and chilled the heck out for awhile. Then there’s Sabine, who was crazy nice and sweet and turned out to be a psycho killer out to get Reed. And Noel (LOVE HER) is kind of a roller coaster of emotions, all though I get that that’s the beauty of Noel and all. Come to think of it ALL Billings girls are roller coaster of emotions. So when you think of it Reed hasn’t had a normal person in her life as of yet. And Upton is just that, he admits he’s a flirt and that he was a player but he feels that he’s falling for her. He keeps everything open with her. He is the perfect boyfriend who is sweet all the time (which Josh is) and that’s good because honestly who wants a sap around all the time (that is after all why Reed got irritated with Josh at the Legacy?) sometimes its nice to just let go and have fun. And Upton doesn’t hide things from her. He tells he’s a flirt and he can’t help it, it’s his personality. He doesn’t go overboard by ditching all the girls that flirt with him because he straight up tells Reed that these he has grown up with these girls and that’s how their relationship just is. She needs to deal with it. But that doesn’t mean that they can jus make out wit him whenever he shows that by actually ending things with Poppy in public. (Remember Thomas and the oh so many secrets..i.e past with Ariana, drugs, Blake etc.) I think Upton is refreshing. And he’s mellow but not Dash mellow, where it’s kind of overwhelming or Gage mellow with too much testosterone. I realize that Upton and Reed can’t last because he lives in one country and she in another, an ocean apart. But I think he can help her get over everything. I also think that if Reed and Josh get back together, there needs to be a scene where Josh properly explains and apologizes to Reed for everything. I mean the whole fooling around with Ivy while Reeds in the next room and being all couply it the café for the entire world to see was a little harsh. And when I say little I mean a lot. I guess he felt jealous or hurt or whatever because all these guys were asking Reed out but it really wasn’t her fault that she’s attractive and president of Billings? Point is, would love for them to get to together but there’s A LOT of figuring out to do there. As for who pushed Reed of the boat, definitely think its Mrs. Ryan. Paige and Seinna aren’t crazy, jut bitches. And Poppy is too emotionally inept at the moment. Although she’s a possibility but Mrs. Ryan is number 1 on my list. That woman is weird as heck. After all is said and done though, enjoyed Paradise Lost SO MUCH. Can’t wait for the next one! When is it coming out? You are an incredible writer, I only discovered your books this year and I finished them all in a week! LOVE THEM !! PS. Really glad Noel and Dash will be getting back together (hopefully!).

Posted by Maiysa on March 07, 2009 at 04:33 PM EST #

I luv josh because he's everthing to reed, he's hawt, respectful,caring. Unlike Thomas and Upton, Josh isn't a player. Hope to see reed and Josh in the next book :)

Posted by dori on March 07, 2009 at 06:17 PM EST #

Let me start by saying Paradise Lost was AMAZING! I always try to make the Private books last but end up reading them in 12 hours each. The one thing that should have happened that didn't, was Josh and Reed getting back together. You could tell in the beginning of the book that it was killing Josh to let Reed go, and the other way around. Josh is good for Reed, and keeps her sane and from bad people and places. And unlike Upton and Thomas, Reed could say "I love you" back to him. Reed and Josh were made for each other and we all know it. I hope they get back together in the next book, Suspicion. I also think it was Taylor or Paige who pushed her off the boat? But seriously, WHO DOES THAT?!

Posted by S.B.G on March 07, 2009 at 06:49 PM EST #

Let me say that Paradise Lost was AMAZING! I always try to make the Private books last but end up reading them in 12 hours each. The one thing that should have happened that didn't, was Josh and Reed getting back together. You could tell in the beginning of the book that it was killing Josh to let Reed go, and the other way around. Josh is good for Reed, and keeps her sane and from bad people and places. And unlike Upton and Thomas, Reed could say "I love you" back to him. Reed and Josh were made for each other and we all know it. I hope they get back together in the next book, Suspicion. I also think it was Taylor or Paige who pushed her off the boat? But seriously, WHO DOES THAT?!

Posted by S.B.G on March 07, 2009 at 06:51 PM EST #

Hey Kate! I'm a HUGE fan of the Private Series and Josh Hollis. He's just so sweet and down to Earth. Not digging Upton though. He seems a little fake if you ask me, but the one character I would like to learn more about from 'Paradise Lost' is Sawyer. He just seems really cool and mysterious. Can't wait until 'Suspicion' comes out! Love Private & all your other books! Thanks for writing!

Posted by Maddie on March 07, 2009 at 07:06 PM EST #

Josh and Reed are so perfect for each other cuz well hes soo inocent ad swet but Reed is a Billings Girl and a bit better than but they are still so cute together but i like Upton and Thomas soooooo much better

Posted by macey on March 08, 2009 at 01:30 AM EST #

Josh is so sweet and caring. He cares so much about Reed, and she obviously cares a lot about him. Thomas had the total bad boy thing going, but Josh is the all american boy, which is just adorable. It's so obvious that they love each other and if they don't get back together in the next book I'm going to be so upset. They're the perfect couple!

Posted by Kelsie on March 08, 2009 at 01:57 AM EST #

Josh is perfect for Reed. His occasional snaps at the Billings girls kinda gets in the way...but he is so sweet. He understands Reed. He knows Reed. he loves Reed. He jumped for a bullet for Reed...which made me love him even more! He's not a player, unlike Upton and Thomas, who are both really hard to read. But one thing that's getting me is "Does Ivy love Josh?" She was hit by a bullet, sure, but Reed has been thru so much more. He's so adorable and Reed's perfect soulmate. He's Reed's rock, his shoulder is for Reed, his lips are for Reed, and he and Reed just belong together. I cried when they broke up. If they get back together, I'll cry from happiness.

Posted by Vicky on March 08, 2009 at 10:13 AM EDT #

ahhhh!paradise lost was soo good!and someone said something about another book called suspicion.. when is that coming out???!!!!well josh is really sweet and caring rather then thomas or upton, the players. PS:pleeeeeaaaaaasssssseee tell us when the next book is coming out because u left us wondering what happened to reed!

Posted by gabby bishop on March 08, 2009 at 11:13 AM EDT #

OMG!!! This is my 1st time commenting but i absolutely ah-doree ur books. U make them sooo suspenseful. I luv themm...also make josh and reed get bak 2gether plzzz... they're perfectt 4 each other

Posted by Christy on March 08, 2009 at 11:24 AM EDT #

i really hope josh and reed get back together. i just wish people would stop trying to kill reed. whoever tried to kill her in Paradise Lost is obviously jealous and needs to get a life. However i hope there is another book. I don't want the series to end. Since there is talk about a new book called Suspicion i really hope you give us a hint to what's going to happen in it. I really hope reed doesn't die. I also really hope that Ivy is going to be okay!

Posted by devilsfan1 on March 08, 2009 at 12:34 PM EDT #

I LOVE JOSH HOLLIS! He is so perfect for Reed he is so sweet and was always there for Reed! I love him so much!! His attitude.. is ugh!! amazing!! His artisy thing and the fact he was so in love with Reed! I miss him so much, bring him back!! <33

Posted by katie on March 08, 2009 at 12:35 PM EDT #

kmart is cool

Posted by xyla on March 08, 2009 at 12:41 PM EDT #

i think Reed and Josh should get back together cause that makes the book sooo awsome with them together and they are soo perfect together and Ivy and Josh :-( thats so horrible!!!!!!!!!!! Josh and Reed :-) !!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Posted by maya on March 08, 2009 at 02:44 PM EDT #

Why Reed and Josh should get together again: They love each other. 'Nuff said! ;)

Posted by Lily on March 08, 2009 at 03:23 PM EDT #

I can't believe how it ended. It's the biggest cliff hanger yet. I can NOT wait until JUNE for the next book. some one please figure out a way to have it released earlier. The Next three months are going to go by wayyyy to slow because of the waiting. The next book better be coming out like june 1st.

Posted by Allison on March 08, 2009 at 03:30 PM EDT #

KATE BRIAN: Wat is Ex-Mas about? According 2 Amazon, it comes out on October 6, 2009 (same as Perfect Mistake, which is sorta weird). There was no picture or description or anything! Plz respond! I want 2 know!

Posted by Steph :-) on March 08, 2009 at 03:41 PM EDT #

Josh is awesome b/c he truly cares about Reed. He hadn't dated any girls (according 2 his friends) besides Reed. He liked her from the start b/c of her personality, not her natural resources or her rep. He takes care of a girl and is so sweet. He's also pretty honest. :-)

Posted by Steph :-) on March 08, 2009 at 03:43 PM EDT #

The covers of Suspicion (Sept. 8- Private #10) and Perfect Mistake (Oct. 6- Privilege #3) r on Amazon.com!

Posted by Steph :-) on March 08, 2009 at 03:49 PM EDT #

Josh is perfect for Reed because he LOVES her. They both have hidden secrets, but when revealed they both understand and still love each other.

Posted by ashlyn on March 08, 2009 at 04:25 PM EDT #

well i think that upton should be in the next book. just to see what aspires between them i actually want to hear his explaination but most of all i want some reed and josh action. he really oves her. i still dont understand the whole ivy and josh thing they are like the worst couple. he needs to let her go and hook up with reed again. and i think upton should try to get back together with reed also. ( wouldnt it just be great for read if these two guys were fighting for her affection) of course josh would win.lol

Posted by britney on March 08, 2009 at 04:27 PM EDT #

I have to say, I absolutely love your series. I don't know what I'm going to do when it ends. But this book was very different then the others, and I liked it a lot. I really like Upton but I have a strong feeling he still cares for some of the other girls. And I think that Josh and Reed were just meant for each other... I want Ivy and Reed to become friends. And I think Mrs. Ryan was the one that tried to kill Reed at the end of the book.

Posted by Elise on March 08, 2009 at 05:06 PM EDT #

Ok i just finshed paradise lost Let me just say OMG! Thats like the best book! ahhhhhhhhh! i need to know what happens next! please tell me there are more books in the privte series! dont leave the privte series and jump into privellge. Im not saying privellge isnt good because i absolutly love that series too. But i think you should continue writing with both series! I think that josh is the perfect guy for reed. He completes her, he is a part of her. And he's like the sweetest guy ever. He respects and loves her! But i also kinda of like upton (But deffinatly not as much as JOSH!). I really want to here Uptons explanation to reed. Like someone said earlier it be so cool to read about Josh and Upton fighting over Reed. And see who she picks.

Posted by Emily on March 08, 2009 at 05:39 PM EDT #

I just finished Paradise Lost and was shocked. It was again a great book. I don't like Reed with Upton! Reed needs to be with Josh, they are perfect for eachother. He is always caring and looking out for Reed. He is not a player like Upton or Thomas. He really loves Reed, and i believe that Reed also loves Josh back. Bascially, i want Reed to get back with Josh!!!!

Posted by Katie on March 08, 2009 at 06:02 PM EDT #

Hi Kate! I think Josh is perfect for Reed because he's so sweet and he cares for her! The moment after Reed tells Josh she loves him is one of my favorite moments in the series!!! "I love you, I love you, did I meantion I love you?" "Okay, let's not were the word out on the first day." *SIGH*... so sweet! Anyway please keep writing about the Private characters I love them and this book series is tied with Twilight in my favorites! ~xoxo Isabella

Posted by isabella on March 08, 2009 at 06:18 PM EDT #

okay, so i think that josh is perfect for reed because hes almost always there for her, i know your probably thinking like "oh upton will be there for her to" but honestly? reed doesnt feel the same way about upton as she does for josh, well thats the impression i got in paradise lost, when upon told reed he loved her, she didnt say anything back now did she? but i think kate, that if you keep josh and reed seperated still, it'd be a better book.. just so that everything doesnt go perfect for reed, like in inner circle when you wrote that part about cheyenne all over josh. OH GOD. that honestly KILLED me! :( i was SO depressed! i honest to GOD, put down that book as soon as i finished that page and CRIED, haha. i know kinda pathetic, but i am so in love with your books. you are truly inspiring me to write. but josh and reed are the best for each other, they both respect each other, and love each other. theres no one else who could love each other more then reed and josh, and anyway, too many girls are after upton, and when he got drunk and kissed sienne or who ever reed was hurt. BAD. and she was sooo paranoid, jesus kate, you honestly know how to write. you fit everything together so perfectly, i love it. anyway, upton will get distracted and might forget about reed later on ... and who knows what will happen, him and poppy COULD end up together? you never know. i hope not though, upton deserves better then her..

Posted by Elif on March 08, 2009 at 06:50 PM EDT #

okay, so i love Josh Holiis. He is just so adorable. like the way he talked to her, you could just tell they were meant to be. =] i loved thomas at the beginning but reading how differently Josh treats her compared to Thomas, you can tell she is soooo much better off. I want them to get back together so badly. cause honestly, i thought there was like way too much drama in your books, but Josh and Reed together made me want to keep reading. If they dont get back together i think im going to cry. lol. I got goosebumps everytime he talked to her. it was so cute!!!! omg, it would be soooo awesome if someone got pregnant. lol. i think i would stop reading every single other book and like devote myself completely to this series. :D Love the books, keep it up hun! -Alex

Posted by Alex on March 08, 2009 at 06:54 PM EDT #

Ok so here is my perdiction on whats going to happen in suspicion. (all of which is based on stuff from the past) I think that when Reed gets back from St.Barts shes gonig to realize that running away from her problems(which she did a lot of over break)was not the answer. She's going to be worse off and the second she gets back to easton and walks into the Cefateria shes going to see everyon including josh ivy ect.! then shes going to do that thing where she gets up runs out and cries..... and then the best part josh is going to be the on to come after her. like he always does. No matter what the situation if Reed needs help, is in trouble, or heck most the time danger Josh will do what ever he can to fix her problems because he cant stand to see her hurt

Posted by kimmy on March 08, 2009 at 07:37 PM EDT #

I was always intrigued by Thomas, but I never really fell in love with him, and I never thought he was perfect for Reed. Josh on other hand seems the perfect guy for her! Josh is so sweet, and caring and loyal. Josh has always been there for Reed, in whatever capacity she has needed at the time, even if it was something as easy as splatter painting to help Reed take her mind away from Thomas troubles. Another thing I love about Josh is the fact that he makes her a better person. He makes her look at the things Billings is doing, and points out some of the very questionable things they do. I love Josh, and I want him and Reed to get back together SO badly. I mean, even after Reed cheated on him, he still tried to save her from the gun shot! How could you not love a boy like that?

Posted by Kate on March 08, 2009 at 08:15 PM EDT #

OMG!!!! I finished Paradise Lost a while ago but I am so mad!!!! It ended just like the last one but it was still amazing! As for Josh? I LOVE him. He is so sweet and you can tell that he really loves read. He wasn't like thomas because he never had any other girlfriends and reed and him are like meant to be!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Im glad Upton is out of everything (i dont really trust him) but please make josh come back!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! And please please please please tell me there is gonna b another book!!!!

Posted by julia on March 08, 2009 at 09:50 PM EDT #

Omg! Alright (I've been dying to do this for while now anyway.) Why Josh and Reed should be together... Reed is the type of person who seems to be mature and strong but in actually she can break unfer pressure and needs protection and familiarity to keep her going. Josh is that protection and familiarity for her. Not only is non-judgemental when it comes to her finicial stance but he is incredibly sincere and understandingOmg! Alright (I've been dying to do this for while now anyway.) Why Josh and Reed should be together... Reed is the type of person who seems to be mature and strong but in actually she can break under pressure and needs protection and familiarity to keep her going. Josh is that protection and familiarity for her. They've been through a lot of heartbreaking times and dangers together and have overcome hard times together. They have a relationship that isn't forged by lust and physical desire but by emotional bonding and that's deep. In addition, not only is he non-judgemental when it comes to her finicial standings but he is incredibly down-to-earth for a rich boy. He levels out Reed's character and gives that sense of maturity and sensibility in those times when she's going over the edge. Josh keeps her grounded and kept-together. And his sincere and understanding and boy-scout character is too adorable for words! To be continued in next comment...

Posted by Deena Hollis on March 08, 2009 at 10:29 PM EDT #

Omg! Alright (I've been dying to do this for while now anyway.) Why Josh and Reed should be together... Reed is the type of person who seems to be mature and strong but in actually she can break unfer pressure and needs protection and familiarity to keep her going. Josh is that protection and familiarity for her. Not only is non-judgemental when it comes to her finicial stance but he is incredibly sincere and understandingOmg! Alright (I've been dying to do this for while now anyway.) Why Josh and Reed should be together... Reed is the type of person who seems to be mature and strong but in actually she can break under pressure and needs protection and familiarity to keep her going. Josh is that protection and familiarity for her. They've been through a lot of heartbreaking times and dangers together and have overcome hard times together. Too be continued

Posted by Deena on March 08, 2009 at 10:32 PM EDT #

They have a relationship that isn't forged by lust and physical desire but by emotional bonding and that's deep. In addition, not only is he non-judgemental when it comes to her finicial standings but he is incredibly down-to-earth for a rich boy. He levels out Reed's character and gives that sense of maturity and sensibility in those times when she's going over the edge. Josh keeps her grounded and kept-together. And his sincere and understanding and boy-scout character is too adorable for words! To be continued...

Posted by Deena H on March 08, 2009 at 10:33 PM EDT #

Josh also needs Reed as much as she needs him. Honestly if any other girl would've found out that their boyfriend previously was arrested for killing his roomate and takes meds regularly to control himself would she stick around? Not likely. But Reed accepts Josh flaws and all and has faith in him at times when others don't. Reed is that person that keeps Josh from taking life too seriously all the time. Also..I see where you're going with PL (umm..i think)I'm pretty sure you're going to pull a repeat of Thomas/ Josh with Upton/ Sawyer....I hope that I'm wrong because Josh and Reed should never have to be not together anymore.Suggestions?Kill off Ivy!As insincere as this may sound, one more death won't be so bad ...especially if it's a beneficial death that will bring Josh back to Reed.

Posted by Deena Hartley on March 08, 2009 at 10:35 PM EDT #

Sorry...me again...but I did have to say Paradise Lost was a great read. Good job on the new characters. Being that I'm always one for the British and the underdogs I liked Upton and Sawyer. (but not to the point to where I would want Reed to end up with them...but hey, it's your book). Poppy is ever the brat and good job with that British dialect ("wanker"..lol) I hope during New Years Josh at least gets in a call or shows up on the island!

Posted by Deena Hollis on March 08, 2009 at 10:42 PM EDT #

Josh Hollis=perfection Josh came into Reeds life as the cute artsy boy with his curls and omg he was just so perfect for her. They were so cute and they loved eachother then SEBINE had to come and ruin it for everyone. Ivy and Josh do not belong together Reed and Josh do. Also i read Privilege, it is sooo good, evil but good. Cant wait for the next one xoxox

Posted by Maey on March 09, 2009 at 09:57 AM EDT #

You do love cliff hangers don't you? Twice now I have to think about throwing the book and wonder is it this time she dies for real. Paradise Lost was amazing but I wonder what is gonna happen next? I loved the fact that the girls were on vacation but I missed Josh kept hoping he might of called or sent her a Christmas gift or something? Bring josh back please tie that lose end up for us please please. Is Paige going to get a leading role soon?

Posted by M on March 09, 2009 at 10:12 AM EDT #

Are you guys reading the same books I am? Josh is probably the most boring, moody, frustrating, fickle character I've ever read about. He gets annoyed at Reed because he doesn't like her choice of friends, he gets mad when she wants to just let loose at the Legacy and have a good time, he dumps Reed BEFORE she gets drunk and starts hooking up with Dash, then gets mad about that. When first of all, they were broken up and second of all, Reed forgave him for hooking up with Cheyenne when he was drugged and he has the nerve to hold a grudge against her for doing the same thing? Being drugged and drunk is pretty much the same thing because it impairs your judgement...not to mention that we find out after the fact that Reed was, in fact, drugged with X. It's so hypocritical of him to treat Reed the way he did without even hearing her side of things....(cont'd below)

Posted by Samantha on March 09, 2009 at 10:17 AM EDT #

Then ontop if it all, he throws Ivy in Reed's face when she's friendless and has hit an all-time emotional low. For someone who claims to care about Reed and at once loved her, he has a pretty crappy way of showing that he's a decent human being when the chips are down. Reed is so much better off without him. In Paradise Lost, I loved the new Reed. She did and said what she wanted most of the time...she grew a backbone. She's stronger without Josh. Josh makes her weak; subjecting her to his many moodswings and fickle personality. And there's nothing I can't stand more than a weak young woman. I'm not saying Upton is necessarily the right guy for her...I need to find out more about him first but Reed needs someone who is more willing to stand by her side and be supportive no matter the circumstances. Someone that knows the kind of person Reed is, that knows her heart and is willing to be on her side when others are against her.

Posted by Samantha on March 09, 2009 at 10:18 AM EDT #

...(cont'd from above part 3/3) Josh is CLEARLY NOT that person and Kate, I really hope you don't listen to these other posts because a lot of my friends were glad to see Reed move on. I'm hoping you'll let Josh realize the mistakes he made and what he lost with Reed and then demonstrate Reed's newfound strength by Reed telling Josh to get lost.

Posted by Samantha on March 09, 2009 at 10:19 AM EDT #

I LOVE josh! he is so adorable and sweet! but it made me mad in paradise lost that he never texted reed and told her how ivy was doing! but anyway he needs to get over it already and get back with reed because they are so perfect!! he does get a little know-it-allish but still he keeps reed sane and grounded and upton and thomas are total players. i really think upton is gonna hurt her if hes still in the next one... put josh and reed back together!!!!! they're so adorable together!

Posted by Ellie on March 09, 2009 at 10:33 AM EDT #

Josh and Reed were made to be... Remember before the second legacy - they wanted to get togher? I think they should get back togher because you don't go that far and then just fall out of love. No matter what happens. I also think it would be good because Reed and Josh will be showing they are close togher. Keep the books coming, I love them! <3

Posted by Carrie on March 09, 2009 at 11:19 AM EDT #

Let me start by saying I LOVED Paradise Lost!!!! It was like so hard for me to put the book down i loved it so freaking much!!! Ok so to the point I love Josh cause hes so sweet hes always there for reed no matter what happens he really cares for her i mean come on he almost took a bullet for her!!! there perfect together!!! And I really hope that they get together in the next book!!! ohh yeah i hope reed didnt drown cause then there would never be a reed and josh again. LOL!!

Posted by Kiley on March 09, 2009 at 02:30 PM EDT #

Let me start by saying I LOVED Paradise Lost!!!! It was like so hard for me to put the book down i loved it so freaking much!!! Ok so to the point I love Josh cause hes so sweet hes always there for reed no matter what happens he really cares for her i mean come on he almost took a bullet for her!!! there perfect together!!! And I really hope that they get together in the next book!!! ohh yeah i hope reed didnt drown cause then there would never be a reed and josh again. LOL!!

Posted by Kiley on March 09, 2009 at 02:31 PM EDT #

Ok first I. Wud like to say REED & JOSH NEED TO GET BACK TOGETHER second I HATE upton and Sabine/Ariana 3 samatha you are so mean how can you not like josh I mean your the only person who said they didn't like josh so Kate please don't lisen to her 4 Kate your the most amazing writter on the hole planet. 4 I love!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Josh he is my fab carchater love him 5 and finaly the reason I love josh he is sweet funny loving hot caring and not a player and I love your books Kate brian they are fab your a awesome writter so never stop love ya ttyl

Posted by Emelia on March 09, 2009 at 02:33 PM EDT #

Ok me again so her wat woould bee reealy cool if reed floteed off too some mysticle. Island and the last page of the book said. I was look off into the beech wodering if I'd ever get back home when my phone rang I hadent answer it in a while cause it was always noelle or upton or somebody but I still want to now who it is so I pull it out and across the screen reads JOSHUA HOLLIS I'm so amazed I haven't here'd from josh since the hostpitle so I anwser it and say hello And joshes bueatiful sounding voise says breakfast my love Well that's all I got but it would be cool love ya Kate

Posted by Emelia on March 09, 2009 at 11:15 PM EDT #

So basically i LOVED Paradise Lost. I can't wait for the next one to come out!!! PLEASE LET IT COME OUT SOON! So I'm totally with Josh and Reed getting back together. They are perfect for each other, he has always been there for her, and just helps her deal with things and he really loves her.He's showed in a billion ways. I don't trust Upton at all, he's a total player and he always leaves her for something else.He's not good for her at all.

Posted by Claudia on March 10, 2009 at 01:30 AM EDT #

So I hope you have your mind set on Book 10!!! I really wanna see if that was Poppy that did that to Reed. I don't really like Poppy, or Upton! She's makin' a bad mistake! And you must update us with Ivy & Josh!!! &&&&&&, lastly, who gets the spot; Reed or Amberly???!!! I totally have my bets on Reed. And I had it on Taylor too during the Upton Game! LOL!!!

Posted by Kimmie on March 10, 2009 at 02:00 AM EDT #

Okay i have to say im very impressed with this series, i found it through one of my friends and after reading Private i wasn't planning on stopping anytime soon. This series has really put an impact on my life. It feels way to real and i cant help put reach my heart to both reed and Ariana. This sounds crazy but Ariana i would give her the time of day to just talk to me about everything. Reed now she needs to be more careful with guys, Josh was amazing i wish it would of never ended i couldn't believe myself when i found tears on the page when josh and reed broke up.But things happen for a reason i really hope there's more after Paradise Lost because that is one ending leaving millions of people going crazy to find out what happens. I really want to say that Ariana and Thomas was amazing but i wish she didn't go overboard i read Last Christmas about eight times already that's how amazing she was with Thomas. But i do believe her and Hudson would be adorable if that could be possible anyways back to Reed and her life if she has one left?. I hope she lives because im eager to find out who pushed her and i want her to go back to josh and just live her life with him. Thank you for taking the time to read this comment if you did :)

Posted by Layla from texas :) on March 10, 2009 at 02:10 AM EDT #

Hey Kate. I love your books. I think Josh and Reeds were made for each other - how many couples have both been drugged to get with someone else? How many couples have been saved by the other/saved the other from a bullet? I love Josh and Reed togher, they just complete each other and keep them whole and Josh keeps Reed sane. Please don't leave Reed on an island... I just don't picture it as part of your storys, but i'm sure whatever you write will be amazing though! Love you Kate, charl

Posted by Charl on March 10, 2009 at 05:37 AM EDT #

First of all, Kiley you don't even know me. I'm not mean I just have the ability to look at the objective information in Kate's books and can decide for myself if Josh is a good character or not. Unlike you, I don't need validation from the other posts on here. I have a right to my own opinion and I think Josh and Reed suck together. It's not like the only people that have written on this blog are the only people that read these books...that would mean only like 200 people read this series so just because I'm the only person that has expressed dissention from the rest of the identical comments on here, doesn't mean that your comments represent the entire majority, KILEY. Second of all, I explained why I don't like Josh...I think my points were pretty clear so perhaps you should read it again if you didn't understand it.

Posted by Samantha on March 10, 2009 at 08:22 AM EDT #

Hi Ms. Brian!! I just wanted to say that I absolutely ADORE your series and that Paradise Lost was fantastic! I know that everyone wants Reed & Josh to get back together, howeverrrr I would actually be fine with a Reed & Upton relationship! I have a thing for Brits : ). That is if Upton was sincere and maybe went after Poppy to tell her that it was really over? If not then Reed & Josh need to make up now!! haha. Josh is genuine and sweet and even though dating guys like Thomas & Upton may be exciting, players are a bit exhausting. Can't wait for Suspicion! : )

Posted by Katie on March 10, 2009 at 09:47 AM EDT #

Oh wait, a few more things: 1). You know Reed's older brother Scott? Is it just me or does anyone else want him to like come up to Easton to visit her? haha. He seems really funny and it would be interesting for Noelle to meet him! 2). How many books will there be in the Private series? 3). Will Noelle's scar ever be explained?

Posted by Katie on March 10, 2009 at 09:50 AM EDT #

Hey Kate!!!! Josh is so perfect just in general because he is CUTE, FUNNY, ADORABLE, SWEET, CARING, BUBBLY, and SPORTY. He is just the all around perfect, ideal guy for any girl. He doesn't push reed into having sex with him and i love that!

Posted by Katie on March 10, 2009 at 11:19 AM EDT #

wow okay so after reading all of the comments i realized that i couldn't add much more other than that i wish Suspicion would come out sooner and that i actually am not as huge of a fan of josh as the others. i like dash a lot more even though he doesn't really understand reed (like josh). all i really wish for is that noelle finally forgives reed so they can be bffs and kick amberly out. shes such a little brat (hate her). but i guess shes one of those girls you love to hate. but seriously have noelle and reed be friends again. oh i loved the part in pl when noelle's dad gives reed a purse because he knows there bffs! made me smile! :)

Posted by Elise Barber from TEXAS!!!WOWO! on March 10, 2009 at 11:49 AM EDT #

ABOUT MY ABOVE COMMENT...I MEANT TO DIRECT THAT TOWARDS EMELIA...NOT KILEY. (SORRY KILEY). BUT YEAH, EMELIA...CHECK THE NOTE AND STOP JUDGING PEOPLE U DON'T EVEN KNOW.

Posted by Samantha on March 10, 2009 at 01:12 PM EDT #

Samanthat i do agree that it is good to have your own oppinion and not like everyone elses. [although i do not agree what u said and i DO like josh] there is no need to fight. not everyone can like one charecter

Posted by Mary Hollis on March 10, 2009 at 02:28 PM EDT #

I like Josh because lets face it, every girl wishes that they had a guy like him in their life. But i kind of like the idea of Reed being on her own. She can prove to the readers, expecially the young readers, that they dont need this perfect guy to be happy. I would love to see Reed and Josh back together, they are the perfect couple. I want to thank you Kate. I'm a senior in high school and i've read your series more than once. It is a great series and they keep me interested. i wish that Thomas wouldnt have been the one to die, becuase honestly he was the ideal guy for me. =] I cant wait for the next book. OH! you know what i think? they should make every group of 4 (books) into a movie. that would be seriously amazing. well thank you for taking the time of reading this. you are truley an amazing writer. <3 Candice

Posted by Candice on March 10, 2009 at 04:25 PM EDT #

Okay I love these books! I'm not that much into reading, but when I started reading these I just couldn't stop. Please tell me there is another book after Pardise Lost, because I am dieing to know what happened to her. Oh and when would that book come out? FYI I think Josh is was more suited for Reed even though I will have to admit I do like Upton too, but I would like to see her with Josh. Please keep the series going, because it is amazing!

Posted by Katelyn on March 10, 2009 at 05:17 PM EDT #

Okay these books are amazing! I just finished Pardise Lost and i HAVE to know what happens. PLEASE write another book. I love Upton but I think it would be interesting if she hooked up with Sawyer. She did mistake him for Upton... I love Josh. I mean, Ivy's okay but she doesn't deserve him. Reed deffintly needs to get back together with Josh. Even though Thomas was my favorite and I totally fell for him. I even fell for Upton. Reed should deffintly be Noelle's roommate. They're suposed to be best friends. After Noelle leaves is Reed going to be head again? Keep writing! And fast! I can't wait much longer!!

Posted by Becca Pearson on March 10, 2009 at 06:23 PM EDT #

At first I really didn't like Josh because he is so different from Thomas. I really liked Thomas but after a while I began to really like Josh too. He is good for Reed because he keeps her in touch with a world other than Billings. Sometimes Josh does stupid things and hurts Reed but he always says hes sorry. I want Reed and Josh to get back together because Josh and Ivy just don't seem right for each other. But I do like Upton because he keeps the story fresh and interesting. Please keep writting more books because I LOVE them! :)

Posted by Maddie on March 10, 2009 at 06:33 PM EDT #

Please Please Please!!! Tell me that their will be another private book, and when. Reed and Josh are ment to be which makes me hope she is alive, she is the best thing that ever happend to him. They are ment to be, they could achieve greatness together. Reed and Josh are soooo sooo cute together. It would be really entertaining if Upton came to Easton and if he and Josh had showdown over Reed, that would be sooo cute and we would find out how much Josh truly deeply cares for Reed. When is the movie comming out. You should do like a movie for each book, or like every two books!!! That would be cool.

Posted by Brittany on March 10, 2009 at 06:45 PM EDT #

ok so i just finished reading Lost Paradise... and omg! it was so goood!! I love Upton he is such a sweety! but you need to get the next book out i am dieing to know what happens! who pushed her off the boat? Why did Upton go talk to Poppy after they were caught?!?! i need to know these things. but so far so good. i love this series.. also who was the one stalking Reed i never fiqured it out... fell us in please! Get books!! (:

Posted by Lauren Ickes on March 10, 2009 at 06:53 PM EDT #

I was so heartbroken when you left josh out of this book! I was also very pissed at Upton cause I feel reed should only be with josh .. haha. I'm not sure WHY i like him but i know that in my mind, nick jonas would be the PERFECT JOSH!! I'm not one of those jonas brothers obsessers but it fits perfectly. To me anyways. I honestly hope Ivy dies so josh and reed can be together .. harsh but still. My theory is that Ms. Ryan pushed reed off the boat!!

Posted by Diana on March 10, 2009 at 07:28 PM EDT #

Kate i hope u read this comment cuz u have to update ur webside!!!!!!!!! also give us a sneek peek preview for the next book!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Posted by Jagoda on March 10, 2009 at 07:29 PM EDT #

P.S.Kate,,,I gave a comment on your one blog... *Lights, Camers, Action!* The username is alyn?...yes with a question mark at the end... So post a comment or something on your next blog...please and thank you.... P.S.S. DO NOT EVER STOP WRITING THESE AMAAAAAZING BOOKS...PRIVATE SERIES, AND THE PRIVILEGE SERIES.....YOUR DA BOMB!!!

Posted by Alyn? on March 10, 2009 at 07:49 PM EDT #

"Paradise Lost" was an amazing book. It was my favorite in the series next to "Confessions". Thomas was my favorite at first, until i read about Josh who seemed more than perfect for Reed...and then Upton came around(-: I love him! Reed still doesnt seem completely over Josh, but who could blame her? He's like the definition of the perfect boyfriend. Although i love Upton, i still think Reed should forget about him & Josh should do the same with Ivy. In my eyes, they Reed and Josh still make the best couple.

Posted by Erin P on March 10, 2009 at 08:03 PM EDT #

OMG y is this seiries not on TV yet!!!!! or at least a movie i'd bet anything that it would do 10x better then Gossip Girl9esp now since it got all crappy and completly different from the book) neways this needs, NEEDS to become a TV show!!

Posted by katinka on March 10, 2009 at 08:26 PM EDT #

josh hollis is THE perfect boy for anyone. me and my friends who read private *which is like 15 because we all started reading them and then passed them on to another friend* are in love with him. His blonde curls, his GREEN OR BLUE eyes b/c i noticed u changed it in the books once...he's nota player, and he really does love reed. he's loyal to one girl at a time and doesn't push them to do anything that they don't want to do. he's supportive, and caring, and amazing. He doesn't take advantage of them. idk if i ever found a guy like josh i'd be one of the luckiest girls on earth

Posted by alyssa on March 10, 2009 at 08:40 PM EDT #

WHY I LOVE JOSH HOLLIS~ I love him because he is beyond sweet! He saved the girl who "cheated" on him, and was freakishly mad at from death, but while doing... almost killed his current GF in the process I love him because of his name! I love the name JOSH! It's the best! The best I tell you! I love him cuz he didn't pressure Reed to go out with him after Thomas's death. He let it go naturally. I love him because he is caring and kind, and loving! HE comforted Reed the 1st time she went to the legacy and Thomas wasn't there! I love him because he is AWESOME! I wish he was real! And he was my BF! : ) I WISH! WHY REED AND JOSH TO GET BACK TOGETHER~ Because they are a really cute couple! Because I think Josh is awesome, and Reed deserves awesomeness and not people who rig jet skis, steal clothes, scare horses, pushes her off boats and threatens her! (Not that I know ho did it...) Because Reed deserves someone who loves her, and really loves her, and started to like him not cuz of a stupid contest! Because I love him! And I know how hard it is to give him to Reed, but since she is also awesome, so she can have him. Just as long as I get Upton! (JK, JK! Just kidding, just kidding.)He's not as great as Josh, so It's not a fair trade. Because they look cute together! (Well, I have never seen them... but I am pretty sure!) Because IVY would be upset! I mean... they WERE enemies... should't it go back to the way it was? WHY THEY SHOULDN'T GET BACK TO TOGETHER~ It'd be wrong. He has a GF... and it'd be awkward... and Ivy would hate her even more... It'd be annoyingly happy... but Reed deserves one... but, do we want this to turn into a HAPPY series? It's up to you! It'd be upseting to Upton... He'd be sad. Upton said he loved her... (He was gonna, but Reed told him not too...) It would make Poppy happy! I mean, Reed would be off Upton, and Poppy would be glad... : ( These are my thoughts!

Posted by Liz on March 10, 2009 at 08:41 PM EDT #

Alright... I love Josh cuz... he's awesome, sweet, strong, conforting... I think they should get back together cuz they are great together and what not! They shouldn't get back together cuz... it's be annoyingly happy... and it'd be wrong... Ivy... and... many other reasons...!

Posted by Liz on March 10, 2009 at 08:44 PM EDT #

you know what would be so cool? If Poppy was ariana!(in disguise) Haha I just thought i would throw that out there LOL! Keep writing Kate I LOVE YOUR SERIES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Posted by Emily on March 10, 2009 at 08:51 PM EDT #

Josk is soo amazing because he always does the right thing. Like when Ivy got shot, Josh stayed with her because she needed him more, even if he loved reed more. There is noone better for reed than josh, and no one better for josh than reed. Josh is such a hot good boy and i wish ivy would disapear lol. Ill be counting the days till suspicion and Beautiful Disaster come out<3

Posted by Kerri Molloy on March 10, 2009 at 09:28 PM EDT #

Kate You have to make JOSH get back with reed! MUSTT! ILOVEHIM so muchh.! i think he was there for reed when she was in pain and he's so sweet with her. That is a couple that needs to stay together. And another couple that is forever and always in my mind is Dash and Noelle. :) But Josh is my favoritee and id hate to see him with another girl other than reed. :/ He sounds super cute too.! <3you katee! Best series ever. [AS long as JOSH STAYS WITH REED ;)

Posted by ozzy <3 on March 10, 2009 at 10:58 PM EDT #

i love josh so much! he is the purrfect boyfriend and I would HATE for him to be out of the story ! him and reed need to be together, they just do..i will look forward to the book so much more if you promise cute, smart, funny josh in the next book :)

Posted by nina :) on March 10, 2009 at 11:53 PM EDT #

I absoultely love Josh and Reed together having them apart like this is truly tragic. Josh is so caring, sweet, cute, loving and protecting which makes up for his mood swings and overbearingness. He is totally honest and appreciates the little things not expexting too much from Reed. Yea Thomas was sexy and everything with his bad boy way and I'm yet to read the 9th book so have no idea how Upton looks but knowing your taste in men i know he'l be sexy but the point is that no other guy would be right for Reed except JOSH!!! He's the rock Reed needs. He balance out her paranoid behaviours and always there to reassure her that everything would be fine. Yea Reed and Ivy are friends but hey... Josh was her Boyfriend first. So pleaseeee!!!!!!!!!!! Please!!!! Pretty please bring them back together and fast!!! :D <3 Tarz

Posted by Tara on March 11, 2009 at 04:57 AM EDT #

Josh is perfect, but he's not perfect for Reed. Reed is constntly choosing other more important things over Josh. While she is clearly infatuated with him and sorry about losing him, she is not in love with him. Too many times she has taken him for granted and walked away from him. Reed needs someone a little more selfish, a little more worldly to be her perfect counterpart. Thomas had potential, but Reed's perfect match can't be weak like Thomas or Josh (they are weak in different ways) she needs someone who will stand up to her maybe someone more like Noelle but in a male form.

Posted by maggi on March 11, 2009 at 06:44 AM EDT #

Addendem- Josh nd Ivy are not very good together either. It's easy to fall in love with Josh, but it's hard to see what he sees in Ivy. She doesn't seem right for him at all. Maybe someone like what we all thought Sabine was like. I also want to point out that the reason Josh and Reed's breakup was heart rendering was because of his pain, not hers.

Posted by maggi on March 11, 2009 at 06:51 AM EDT #

Well, I pretty much agree with everyone's reasons for loving Josh. He's real and down to earth. He doesn't come from an insanely rich family and knows how to stretch a dollar, unlike Thomas and Upton. They sounded totally hottt, it's true, but they lacked the appeal to down to earth girls like myself and Reed. And he was sooo romantic. When Reed and Josh were painting his room??? So cute. Ahh.I love Josh. I hope they end up together. Also, I don't know if this question has already been asked and answered ( I only very quickly skim through all comments) but ... does anyone know if there is another book after Suspicion? Because at Alloy Entertainment's website it said Private is an 11-book series. Paradise Lost is nine, Suspicion is ten, and Last Christmas could be counted as eleven... I hope not though. I can't deal with only one more!

Posted by alyssahh on March 11, 2009 at 08:23 AM EDT #

hey Kate!! I LOVED "Paradise Lost"!!! it was amazing! i love reed and upton (i would love it if her and josh got back together though) haha the ending was incredible! i can't wait to read the next one!

Posted by Amaris Nieves on March 11, 2009 at 12:49 PM EDT #

acctually josh's family is very rich, but he doesnt act it. he doesnt let is get to his head unlike most poeple at easton.

Posted by Mary Hollis on March 11, 2009 at 05:03 PM EDT #

wait so the next book is called suspicion. cause i totally need to read it paradise lost was great! when is it coming out and why isn't this info in the inside cover of the book?!?! lol

Posted by Erin Spilman on March 11, 2009 at 07:25 PM EDT #

i dont think you should let any secrets out or make josh and reed go back out. i mean i think there amazing together and id be estatic if they went back out but i dont wanna be the one who writes this series. you are kate, so write it however you imagined it. AND MAKE IT MORE THEN AN 11 BOOK SERIES ! i was so mad when the twilight series only had 4 books. you cant stop on us now !!!!!!!!!!

Posted by Becca Pearson on March 11, 2009 at 07:35 PM EDT #

Okay. For everyone who is wondering, there is another book coming out Suspesion. ANd please, Kate, lets have JOSH!!!

Posted by Sophie on March 11, 2009 at 08:13 PM EDT #

I am actually soooooooooooooooooooo excited for Suspision. It sem like Upton (No matter how hot he is) is a complete jerk. I dont think he pushed Reed. Maybe Sawyer.

Posted by Sophie on March 11, 2009 at 08:18 PM EDT #

I really think Reed and Josh should get back together because they've been though SOOO much togther! From Thomas' death to Arianna's true personality coming though, to Cheyenne's death... they're just connected! I love this Series and I really hope that not only 200 people are reading the series samantha no offence to you or anything because they are SOOO good and everyone deserves to read them!!! Keep 'em coming Kate and I can't wait for Sept. 8 I have it marked on my calender :) !!! ~xoxo Isabella

Posted by isabella on March 11, 2009 at 08:39 PM EDT #

i mean personally i love josh just for his personality he a great guy and really made reed forget about thomas and made her really happy and he just really nice and isnt rude or stuckup like upton and thomas are. but before i use to really care if they got back together now it kinda whatever like whatever you want to do it your choice just one request if he can be in the books more lol and im wondering what color eyes does he have? because there always switching eye color all the characters in the book lol it kinda weird well anyways dont stop making them!

Posted by taylor on March 11, 2009 at 08:48 PM EDT #

ok kate- i'd be totally ok if josh and reed got back together!!! {hint, hint} lol. he seems like the only guy reed honestly and truly and absolutely loves. hes so sweet and it kills me to see him with ivy. not that shes a bad person it's just they're so not meant to be. keep writing! remember josh and reed

Posted by Hailey on March 11, 2009 at 08:52 PM EDT #

While I love Josh, I loved Thomas more! I think it's time for Reeds to move past Josh though! Too much drama and history there... It's time for Reed to move on... focus on grades and sports for a while, if need be, or find a fun new guy!! Josh is dragging her down with his moodiness! FUN NEW GUY!

Posted by Caitlin on March 11, 2009 at 10:17 PM EDT #

i love josh because he is sooo lovable seriously i think i spelled that wrong but anyways how could you not just fall madly in love with a guy who does all the things he does and reed was seriously crazy if she thought that Dash waseven close to what josh was nd plus he sounds like a pretty cool dude and he seems real hotttttttttttttttttt!haha love u josh hope they get back 2gether

Posted by jennie on March 11, 2009 at 11:02 PM EDT #

I loved Josh and Reed together because they just seemed perfect. They were not very much a like but they always seemed to be ok with that. I kind of think it was ironic that Dash liked Reed. By the way I love THe Private Series. I just started reading them three weeks ago and have already read six of them. I can't put the books down.

Posted by Hannah on March 11, 2009 at 11:49 PM EDT #

I guess the main reason they should be together is because they love eachother. I'm always told by my family that if someone really loves you, they would take a bullet for you. Be willing to risk their lives for you. And that is what Josh did for Reed. That's love right there. No denying it and no mistaking it. They've been through so much, and have gotten so much closer. Upton may be gorgeous, and may have claimed to be falling in love with Reed, but what Josh and Reed have together is stronger because their love is truly, and visibly real.

Posted by b nicole. on March 12, 2009 at 11:50 AM EDT #

omggg kate i just wanna say i love ur books but i know this is really sad to say but i think its time to retire private as much as i loveee theam i am ready for it to end i know its messed up for saying that sry peeps well anyways back to the question i really really want josh and reed toghther i know yea hes with ivy but come one ivy i dont hate her any more but the girl likes to be passed around any ways and also i dont like upton hes just this big player who is just messing around with reeds heart o and i know hes dead and all but for some strange reason i feel like thomas is not dead yea werid ok then g2g laterssss

Posted by victoria on March 12, 2009 at 12:25 PM EDT #

First of all, I hope that there is another book after paradise lost , I love these books, I tried to read paradise lost slow but it was too interesting. I like josh because he is sweet and not a player. I like upton to but he is a player and who knows if he will stay with reed. Please write another book

Posted by shivani on March 12, 2009 at 12:57 PM EDT #

I don't like Josh. He's boring. Upton's way more interesting. Is his name seriously pronounced like it's spelt? Please don't make Reed and Josh get back together. That'd be way annnoying.

Posted by Natalia on March 12, 2009 at 01:39 PM EDT #

Ok, we all know that Josh loves Reed, but does Reed love Josh? Josh was willing to take a bullet for her, but she wasn't even willing to leave a party early for him. She can say she loves him all day long, but when is she going to show it? To her everything else comes before Josh. He's really not the guy for her. She needs someone who cares for her but is less of a doormat. She needs a fun, loving, caring, and intelligent guy who can be more of an equal to her.

Posted by Virginia on March 12, 2009 at 01:47 PM EDT #

heyyy guys. cheshire here =]

Posted by cheshireluvv on March 12, 2009 at 02:45 PM EDT #

You have to tell me there is another Private book coming out soon after Paradice Lost! I think i would die if i don't know if Reed died or not.And i hope Reed gets back together with Josh,#1 reason:They sound like a great couple,#2:They have a oassion for each other and that will never change,#3: I think no matter who Reed dates or comes close to getting pounded to, she loves Josh and still loves her and that she did all along and never Knew it, because she was soo distracted by her first real crush,Thomas Pearson, intill they came around to it, please have them get together again!!!!!

Posted by Montana on March 12, 2009 at 04:48 PM EDT #

What the hell is wrong with u ppl Josh is AMAZING and is perfect for reed. you dont no what ur talking bout of course reed loves Josh and they will always find a way back to eachother

Posted by Brianna on March 12, 2009 at 05:55 PM EDT #

Kate- I love the Private series more than any other series I have ever in my life! I read a book a day and finished the series in less than a week. Josh is thee most amazing guy, I wish all boys were like they are in the books... <3 He's so perfect, I miss him! I want to know more about Sabine and more about Ivy and Reed's new relationship. Plus, JOSH! THANKS for reading this... keep the series going, I just love them soooo muchh! :D

Posted by Natalie on March 12, 2009 at 06:28 PM EDT #

OMG. I just finished Paradise Lost and you scared me half to death. I thought that was the very last book. Please don't let Reed die that would make me cry. You are so talented. I just love the Private Series books. Once I start reading one of your books I am hooked on it until I finish it. Oh yeah, leaving a cliff hanger at the end of the book dosen't help me. I worry about Reed so much all summer waiting for your books to come out. It is always worth it though. I love Josh because he just gives me a warm feeling inside whenever a read about him.I can't wait until the next book. Thank you so much for being such an amazing writer.

Posted by Laura P on March 12, 2009 at 06:47 PM EDT #

First of all i want to say that i absolutely love your books. I got paradise lost the day it got out but i still havent read it yet but i cant wait till i get to read it. well i think that josh was perfect for reed and i know that they dont get back together in paradise lost but i really think they should. I think what makes josh so perfect for reed is that he isnt perfect and she isnt perfect either so they go good together. i think that if he was any more perfect then he is then they would have never lasted as long as they did. Also i think that because he is so down to earth and not one of those boys who act like they are the best things that ever hit this earth. i just think that josh is absolutely perfect for her and i really wnt them to get back together

Posted by Hannah on March 12, 2009 at 08:15 PM EDT #

They were meant to be together! They always looked out for each other and loved each other sooo much! They diserve each other! Ivy doesn't diserve Josh. He's too good for her. What I don't understand is WHY Reed is so stupid to make everything first before Josh. That's the major flaw. They had this special connection that their dates didn't have with them. And I think Ivy went after Josh infront of Reed to bug her. But I like that they're friends. It's just that I hate what she did. Get them back together! Please!! I'll be sooo sad if they don't get back together! Keep the books coming, Kate! You're an awesome writer! ~*Nikki*~

Posted by Nikki on March 12, 2009 at 08:22 PM EDT #

OMGG! Other than the fact that they make an ahdorable couple, josh isn't a player like Upton and Thomas. He actually cares about reed (hello, he tried to take a bullet for her, and they were broken up!), and wants the best for her. Which is him. Upton and Thomas were intense players and they say they changed for her (which is not true, it takes a lot more than one person to change someone), but they shouldn't have to change, they should be who they are, and if thats not what reed's looking for, stick with guys who don't have to put on a fake personality and try to hook up with her. Stick with the cuties like Saywer and Josh (<3), the guys who were'nt aholes from the beginning. P.S. I loveee this series! :)

Posted by Reed on March 13, 2009 at 12:22 PM EDT #

i agree with you, reed. (how wierd that you have the main characters name.) i think josh has always ben there for her and was the most supportive through out the whole ordeal. plus he has honor b/c even when reed was dating thomas, and he liked her, he never tried to make any moves on her... even though he wanted to. plus, when upton left reed in the room after they got caught at the end of PL it just showed that these upper class snooty booties are only going to truely look out for thier own kind. Also, with all that reed has gone through she needs someone solid, and someone that she can put her trust in and not be afraid that she'll be betrayed. now that all that is said, where exactly was josh in the PL? and what about the problem called Ivy? i want her and reed to be friends, but then i want josh and reed to get back together, and that would create a problem, im sure, between reed and ivy. im so confused! my brain hurts. please answer soon!!

Posted by Beth on March 13, 2009 at 01:24 PM EDT #

YEAH alll u ppl who think josh is no good can go DIE

Posted by Brianna on March 13, 2009 at 02:56 PM EDT #

I think Josh, Upton, and Thomas are amzing1 They are all so hot!

Posted by ArianaAlpha on March 13, 2009 at 03:40 PM EDT #

Josh is perfect for Reed because he obviously balances her out. He understands her in so many ways and that's way better than Thomas, Dash, OR Upton combined(btw i dont lke Upton hes such a jerk). Josh respects her. If they're in an argument and Reed is wrong then he's always the 1 one to apoligize. How many times has your bf done that? He's like too perfect.

Posted by Mimie on March 13, 2009 at 03:45 PM EDT #

First of all, lemme say I adoreddd paradise lost. The end made me angry though, I HATE cliff-hangers. hahaha. I so can't wait for the next one to come out. Anyways I LOVEEE upton. Holy, can you say hot ??? I don't care if he's a player, some of the things he says....danggg. But, I do think Josh is absolutely meant for Reed. I honestly cried when reading about their fights, & some of things he does/say, make me so happy. Ahhhh, upton seems amazing, but you have a way with writing as Josh, he grabs my heart, even if it is in a book/ Keep up the good work Kate !

Posted by Sarah. on March 13, 2009 at 04:11 PM EDT #

joshhhhhh<3

Posted by maddie on March 13, 2009 at 04:15 PM EDT #

P.S.Kate,,,I gave a comment on your one blog... *Lights, Camers, Action!* The username is alyn?...yes with a question mark at the end... So post a comment or something on your next blog...please and thank you.... P.S.S. DO NOT EVER STOP WRITING THESE AMAAAAAZING BOOKS...PRIVATE SERIES, AND THE PRIVILEGE SERIES.....YOUR DA BOMB!!!

Posted by Alyn? on March 13, 2009 at 04:22 PM EDT #

I love Paradise Lost! I really did like Josh but I agree that he belongs with Ivy! I love Upton!!! I just hope he stays with Reed, not Poppy! lol. I cannot wait for the next book! Seriously, it's going to be amazing. I have all my friends reading the series because I told them how good it is. I just want to know what happens, who pushed her off. lol Poor Reed. Oh gosh, I'm acting like she's real! haha, I cannot wait, their always such cliffhangers- but that's what makes them so much better and how everything is so unexpected! lol For now, I'm going to start Privileged. Thanks!

Posted by Sarah on March 13, 2009 at 04:39 PM EDT #

P.S. Please keep Upton! lol

Posted by Sarah on March 13, 2009 at 04:40 PM EDT #

is suspicion really coming out? and if so make it come faster! i love josh he's amazing and actually cares about reed because he lunged for the shot to save reed. in my opinion you can't hide your feelings for long so i think josh and reed should admit their feelings for each other. therefore they'll be together in suspicion. i really want to know who is/did kill reed and why? i personally think it was daniel for hurting poppys feelings by stealing upton. because he is a bit physco when he gets mad and the truth is everyone wants to see the people they love happy. but anyways i love your series and keep on writing.

Posted by kourtney on March 13, 2009 at 05:12 PM EDT #

Hey Kate! I don't know if you'll end up reading this, but just so you know, this is my first time on your site! I absolutely ADORE the Private series & read most of the books last summer. I read them in less than a day! I can't put them down! But anyway, you asked about my feelings about Josh Hollis. Honestly, I've always loved Thomas and think I will continue to miss him. But I missed Josh a lot in Paradise Lost and I think it's because of how much he's been there for Reed. Sometimes, she just needs a break and for someone to really LISTEN to her and get her to relax. He's always been able to do this & I love him for it. I hope they get back together even though I'm sort of falling for Upton . . . Also, I hope I become as amazing of an author as you one day! You never cease to entertain me :D

Posted by Meghan P on March 13, 2009 at 11:17 PM EDT #

Josh is perfect for Reed because he completes her! She feels secure in his arms. They are so cute and the mesh well together. please Kate get them back together somehow :]

Posted by Rebekah Friddell on March 13, 2009 at 11:25 PM EDT #

Wow, everybody loves Josh here. I don't know. I don't love him and I don't hate him either. Josh is like every girls wet dream - like Edward Cullen, the other commentator said here. And well, I'm into guys that are flawed like Thomas. Josh and Reed seemed to be perfect for each other but I don't want them to get back together. At least not yet. Oh, I know Sawyer didn't have much background on Paradise Lost but I like him better than Josh. Job well done Kate on Paradise Lost! Can I say, 'I want more?'

Posted by audrey aka evilwitchmonster on March 14, 2009 at 06:00 AM EDT #

hey Kate, i cant wait until the next book comes out!! i love your series. ir ead the whole thing in 5 days (not including paradise lost) i hope josh and redd get back together in suspicion because they were so cute together! hes was not a player....he really loves her and was always so nice even when they were in fights!(after cheyane died in inner circle) i think you should try to get someone to make these into movies because that would be soooooo cool!! PLEASE MAKE REED AND JOSH GET BACK TOGETHER!!!!! xoxo

Posted by Gloria on March 14, 2009 at 10:11 AM EDT #

is there another Private book coming out after Paridise Lost. I'm pretty sure I need to know if Reed is alive or dead! These books are so good, my favorite series of books.

Posted by Sydney on March 14, 2009 at 10:55 AM EDT #

Josh is so perfect for Reed. He makes her she is in the book today.He's not a player. I hope Reed & Josh get back together. They seem like a perfect couple for each other.

Posted by Sydney on March 14, 2009 at 11:00 AM EDT #

Wow after reading the whole series i REALLY like them. =] I cant wait for the next book. But i wonder who would try to kill reed at the end of Paradise lost. Though after reading all of the books ive actually started to think like reed. (weird ik.) So far im thinking Sienna, Paige, and Poppy are the suspects. And another thing i wonder, What would everything be like if Thomas hadn't been murdered? But i guess we wont know.=] Well for now im just gonna keep watch of the next book=] <3privateseries.

Posted by fawn=] on March 14, 2009 at 11:42 AM EDT #

josh is so perfect for reed. thomas was fun but he had soo many secrets and he was into so much bad stuff and josh is just sweet and he genuinely cares about reed and he put her and her feelings before himself on multiple occasions. he is so innocent and perfect and sometimes he challenges her about billings and her friends, and while that does get a little annoying sometimes, he only does it because he cares about her. when they're together and they're happy it's the best thing to read because they are so like incredibly perfect together and he's so sweet to her. i want a josh hollis for myself! all in all, I WANT JOSH AND REED BACK TOGETHER!!!!

Posted by whitney on March 14, 2009 at 12:12 PM EDT #

I love the Private books. And I think that I love Josh is because he seemed to be the only one to really really care about Reed. He seemed cute and sweet. I just loved to read about him, he captured my heart easily. It's just how I feel about him, and partly because you make the characters so real. Keep them coming! <3

Posted by Andi on March 14, 2009 at 12:35 PM EDT #

they just seem so perfect for each other and they love each other even tho they like broke up i still think they should get back together.

Posted by Laura on March 14, 2009 at 01:06 PM EDT #

OMG!!!! PLEASEEEE tell me theres another book after paradise lost, like shes not too bad in trouble if she can see the lights of houses on the shore but COME ON!!! I really hope theres another!! And josh and reed are perfect for each other cause they complete eachother, they're both halfs, and together they're whole, and even after tehy broke up, they still love each other no matter what

Posted by Katrina on March 14, 2009 at 01:47 PM EDT #

OMG I AM SOOOO MAD. WHY DOES JOSH HAVE TO BE WITH HER THE OTHER PERSON. REED WAS PERFECT FOR HIM AND VIVERSA. but josh is so cute and hot and he sooo sweet to reed. everyone needs a gentlemen and especially reed. i have a bad feeling about that guy reed is seeing..... see i already forgot his name he is soo boring josh is just awesome lol. i think reed is going to live and its going to be like the other 9 books and she is going to see who is trying to kill her. and watch it be right in front of our faces and not even not it like..... Ariana...... buy anyways love your books and your an awesome writer.......

Posted by rebecca on March 14, 2009 at 02:21 PM EDT #

Holaaa kate(: i actually think josh can get really annoying. Hes alittle tooo safe. and ivy?? what the hell was with that?seerrreeeous. But i was totally happy that reed moved on(kinda) with upton. Even though i do miss josh i think its time for some new, dangerous man candy for reed. Cant wait for the next book. xxx Jaynee.

Posted by Jayne <3 on March 14, 2009 at 02:37 PM EDT #

I think that Josh and Ivy pushed Reed off the boat together. Josh has blond hair and Ivy wears musky perfume (Revelation, when Reed is in Jillian's closet and Ivy passes by, she could smell her "musky perfume"). Josh saw Reed w/ Upton and was super mad. Ivy's mad that after all she told Reed, she still went back 2 Billings.

Posted by Steph :-) on March 14, 2009 at 03:07 PM EDT #

OMG! First of all Kate, what's next after Paradise Lost. I can't really wait. After reading it, I had sooooooo many daydreaaaams. <3 I love Reed. A. LOT! And I hate Mrs. Ryan. :| Josh is perfect. I mean he's sweet, not a player. OMG. PERFECT FOR REED. I don't know if Upton is good for Reed. After all, I think, he's only an island fling! :D I love you Kate! <3 xx

Posted by Bernice on March 15, 2009 at 07:51 AM EDT #

Well first I seriously love you Kate! Please don't stop writing. And Josh is perfect for Reed. Period. I just know it, it's one of those "womans intuition" things. Josh is adorably sweet, and I miss that. You don't really get that with Upton, and I think he is just an "Island Fling". lol! PLEASE I need me some JOSH! lol! I love Reed and Josh and they should be together! Can't wait for the next book!! Please don't stop writing! Love you Kate xxOxx Natasha

Posted by Natasha White on March 15, 2009 at 09:38 AM EDT #

I love Josh. He just has a quality where he is still like a guy's guy, but at the same time very sensitive and he and Reed can have great conversations. Im dying for the next book to come out. When is that?

Posted by Meg on March 15, 2009 at 11:55 AM EDT #

when is the next one coming out and what will it be called??? I cant stand being left with such cliffhanger! It is killing me to have to wait for the next book! I love Josh he and Reed should get back together...but I cant figure out uppton...is he good or bad who knows! And what was up with him when he suddenly left reed!! But Josh deffinatly should go back with reed he kept her safe!

Posted by Ashley on March 15, 2009 at 12:45 PM EDT #

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Posted by Liz on March 15, 2009 at 01:15 PM EDT #

who here has read the whole private series?

Posted by cathy on March 15, 2009 at 01:43 PM EDT #

Just get them back together Kate Brain Josh and Reed oh yes.

Posted by Private Novels. on March 15, 2009 at 01:52 PM EDT #

i like josh and all, he's a good guy, but personally i want DASH and reed to get together! I know it probably won't ever happen but i WISH it could!!! I mean dash is better than josh, josh was being a jerk for ahwile and tried to make reed choose between him and billings, and dash totally understood. i still love josh but DASH IS AWESOME<333333

Posted by mariah on March 15, 2009 at 02:05 PM EDT #

JOSH AND REED NEED TO BE TOGETHER!they are perfect for each other if they dont get back together my friends and i will be so disapointed! i love the private series and am a huge fan of josh and reed. josh brings out the best in reed and truly cares about her. let something happy happen and let josh and reed get back together

Posted by shelby on March 15, 2009 at 02:25 PM EDT #

okay. my friend lindsey and i narrowed it down to who we think killed reed. it isnt poppy because that would be way to obvious. its gonna be something sneaky like the sabine thing. we think it could be either taylor, sawyer, or sienna. taylor because she thought she was going to win the upton game until reed came along. sawyer because he was so cold and rude to reed, then apologized, but he's still fishy. sienna because shes poppy's friend and could have been doing the dirty work for her. other possibilities are amberly and graham but we dont really think thats right. so yeah. i hope that we get it right! oh and maybe its the ryans too, though i highly doubt it.

Posted by Jenny on March 15, 2009 at 03:19 PM EDT #

sorry i meant TRIED to kill reed.

Posted by Jenny on March 15, 2009 at 03:20 PM EDT #

I dont know what it is about josh. i guess he is like someone you can relate to. One thing i like is that in book the guy the girl gets with is perfect. But Josh is far from it yet he just seems so perfect in a way. i dont know how to expain it.he there he seems to know whats doing and i dont know found something he makes it work. All i know is right now im reading Paradice lost. I just got it today and im crying as i write this. I just want josh and reed to get together. they both have problems and just together. and please i begg you please them get back together. write a book where they get back together please. i have had such bad luck with people who are perfect together in books breck up and there my last chance to know that not every one gets tourn apart. I know its just book and thats what everyone tells me. but they feel like real people and i have a big heart and i just they are going to be ok. so please they just have to get together.

Posted by Sara on March 15, 2009 at 03:45 PM EDT #

OMG!!! paradise lost was the best private book so far.. but PLEASE!!! tell me there is anoter one after it! and who in the world is trying to kill reed??!?!? i mean really??? Kate youve really outdone yourself this time.. i cant wait for the next private book to come out and im hoping to god it soon!!

Posted by Gabi on March 15, 2009 at 03:47 PM EDT #

oohh and PPLEAEE!!!! put reed and josh back together in the next book! Ivy so doesnt deserve a goodie like him

Posted by Gabi on March 15, 2009 at 03:49 PM EDT #

I think Josh and Reed are made for each other! I was disappointed when he was staying with Ivy! Reed likes Upton, but I definitley don't think it will work out between them. I am so looking forward to Suspicion! I can't wait to find out who pushed Reed overboard, my top suspects are: 1. Poppy 2. Mrs. Ryan 3. Paige 4. Amberley

Posted by Nonie on March 15, 2009 at 04:50 PM EDT #

Hey Kate :) or Kieran. Oh well lol. Anyways, Josh. He is just this sweet guy that everyone has to love. he's got the look hes so nice and sweet he's just so im not sure how to explain but him and reed have some major chemistry and i think they are perfect for eachother. But thats what i thought about thomas too...before you know he died. It's like every guy is this perfect model that reed gets. But he, he just stands out and makes a real difference in her life. He really matters. there are flaws in his life that make him perfect in a completely different way. I love how you make those twists in the book. I just hope that 1. Josh does not die too and 2. Ivy does not get Josh. She doesn't deserve him. And i gotta say something. didnt josh break up with reed cuz seh was with Dash. WEll she was on DRUGS! and he was on drugs when he was with cheyenne so she forgave him. that means he has to forgive her or it is like totally not fair :(.

Posted by Meg on March 15, 2009 at 06:33 PM EDT #

Josh and Reed are amazingly cute together <3 Josh is soo sweet and protective i mean a bullet come on thats intense! and i love how when Reed is changing for the Legacy and he tells her how beautiful she is and how he doesn;t want anyone else to see her beauty! I think they should get back together but i also sensed something could happen with Reed and Sawyer that would be different and I have suscpion that maybe Upton tried to kill Reed but that would be awful i also think it was maybe Poppy. well whoever it was kate i just want you to know that you are amazing and to keep on writing!!!! <3

Posted by Nadia <3 on March 15, 2009 at 06:38 PM EDT #

So i like josh because hes kinda innocent and sweet. Hes not a player. And reed and him just had so much chemistry. I do like Upton though, still trying to picture what he looks like =)

Posted by Michelle on March 15, 2009 at 06:38 PM EDT #

First of all, I love your books. They're pretty amazing and they're really good. I think Josh, or someone like Josh, is perfect for Reed because he's willing to understand her. He hasn't judged her for not having a lot of money and he accepts her for who she is, creepy stalkers and all. But if you put them back together, please try to surprise us!! I love a good surprise!

Posted by Mirissa on March 15, 2009 at 06:46 PM EDT #

I think that you are a great author and I love the Private series so much. I love it because you always can make each story interesting and add a new twist. Anyways, I love Josh. He is sweet and he truly cares about Reed. I mean, hello, he jumped in front of a gun to save her life. He still loved her after she cheated on him and he loves her even more now that he knows that Sabine spiked her drink and that is the reason she cheated.And I also love Upton. But he is a player and that gets complicated. I think that the next book will be amazing like always and you will resolve that cliff hanger!!! Well anyways <3 you, kate and <3 the private series foreva! xoxo, Sabrina (PS!! My name is like sabine!!!)

Posted by Sabrina on March 15, 2009 at 06:54 PM EDT #

omg! i luv josh!!! he is just so sweet and caring. AND hes not a player! I liked him WAY more than Upton and Thomas. But still luved thomas (i dont like Upton even tho he sounds HOTTT!!! lol)

Posted by komi on March 15, 2009 at 07:02 PM EDT #

One reason that I really like Josh is because he makes mistakes and is NOT perfect. He also actually cares for Reed and is really sweet and affectionate towards Reed. He totally makes mistakes but thats what makes his character so good. I hope that he comes back into the books and depending on what happens with Upton I kind of hope that he gets back together with Reed. LOVE the books by the way :)

Posted by Kassandra on March 15, 2009 at 07:06 PM EDT #

so ya i already posted today but i just finish the last book like 2 hours ago and yes i did start it today. anyways it was so cool. and i cant wait for the nexys on. i just hope that reed and josh get back together

Posted by Sara on March 15, 2009 at 08:58 PM EDT #

i like josh because his caracter is exactly likemy boyfriend matt im no reed though but matt and josh are pretty good guys they're sweet funny and cute and perfect for me and reed

Posted by Meggan on March 15, 2009 at 10:14 PM EDT #

Kate! Wow. First off, i am a huge fan of the private series. I am dyslexic and these books made me want to read and got me into becoming a speed reader. Anyways, i think that Josh is so perfect for Reed because he is a great guy. He has never done anything to hurt Reed [when he is not intoxicated.] and always was the sweet caring guy the readers learned to love. The other reason is because he is a total opposite to Thomas. Thomas is more the bad boy type with issues. Josh is the sweet, innocent artsy type that is always there for a girl. Im hoping that Reed and Josh get back together, but i kinda fell in love with the character Upton in Paradise Lost.

Posted by Rio Nicolette on March 16, 2009 at 12:26 AM EDT #

Private is seriously the best book i have ever read. I think you are an amazing writer and personally my favorite author. Even though there is this whole 'twilight craze' going on right now, i think it is safe to say that private actually beats twilight. But dont get me wrong, i am a HUGE fan of twilight. Kate, i am an aspiring writer and you are my role model. Now that we got that out of the way, i would just like to say that Paradise Lost was the work of a true writer. I fell in love with characters such as Upton and Sawyer. Another aspect that i liked was how you brought back characters from Last Christmas. Amazing. Your an amazing author and please dont ever stop writing. I will be looking forward to the next private book and the MANY more to come.

Posted by Gemma on March 16, 2009 at 12:32 AM EDT #

Rio Nicollete, Private totally beats Twilight. I mean Twilight was good but the rest of the series just went down the drain.

Posted by evilwitchmonster aka audrey on March 16, 2009 at 06:19 AM EDT #

I think Reed and Josh should be together because Josh is so sweet and caring. Upton and Thomas are self centered and only care about themselves, not Reed. Josh is always there for her and never cruel like some of the other students and Josh and Reed need to be together!! Please, keep writing your books are amazing. I think in the next book Ivy's parents need to realize that they dont want her to be at Easton because its dangerous so they send her to another boarding school. Then Josh can realize he still loves Reed because it really was not her fault with Dash. Please make Reed and Josh be together!!!

Posted by Emily on March 16, 2009 at 09:27 AM EDT #

omg! i looveeed this book it was amazing i finished it in like 2 hours! i cannot wait until Suspicion comes out! i need to know what happend to reed is she dead or what? and also i want to know what will upton do its so ovious that he is in loove with reed ... i think this was the best book so far i mean it was about time reed had some time off from all the crazines and to get the chance to forget about josh and to meet a new guy.. and by the way i love upton!

Posted by claire on March 16, 2009 at 01:57 PM EDT #

I love these books. I read all of them including Last Christmas and Priviledge within a week. They are amazing! I own ALL of them except for Last Christmas because I'm waiting for it to come out in paperback, but anyways. I think it would be AMAZING if Ivy and Reed got to be good friends and Ivy broke up with Josh so Reed and him can get back together but made it look like she did it for herself since she first came off as that type of person but really did it for Reed because she knows how much they love each other. :) But either way, I def. think that Josh & Reed should get back together. Let me say though, when Paradise Lost started, I was thinking it was gonna be Noelle that got shot, but I was surprised when it was Ivy. I bought this book and tried to hold off on reading it so I wouldn't have to wait so long for Suspicion. But amazing job really. This is my favorite series. :)

Posted by April on March 16, 2009 at 02:13 PM EDT #

claire i soo agree with u i love upton 2 i mean how can u hate the guy hes so diferent from josh he is sweet carring and hes not afraid to tell reed the way he feels about her.. and i hate josh right now i mean we all know hes still in love with her so why didn´t he called or text her, its ovious that he is like okay i need a break or somenthing ,even tough josh has been there for reed all the time and trough all the stuff that happened to her, i think its healthy to move on you know? maybe they been trough way to much together and they need a fresh start.. who knows lets see what happens.. kate pleasee don´t wait too long to release suspiscion i cant wait!

Posted by taylor on March 16, 2009 at 02:13 PM EDT #

Heyy!! I just wanted to sayy Happy Late Birthday!!

Posted by Rebecaaa on March 16, 2009 at 03:35 PM EDT #

what if something happened to josh and thats why he hasnt called?

Posted by Lindsay on March 16, 2009 at 03:44 PM EDT #

I love Josh because he is soooo romantic. Except when he is macking love with another girl. Even though he sounds pretty cool i couldn't live with a good boy i need a little spice. I still love Josh and actually wrote it on my hand with permenate marker. But, that was last week and it still hasen't come off completely! I don't mind as long i like somone my life isn't boring. Only he isn't real!

Posted by marlene on March 16, 2009 at 03:51 PM EDT #

OMG, I loved Josh and reed together! I loved it when they were in the woods and he didn't want anyone to see Reed naked (Before the legacy). He obviously cares about her, and her him. This Friday I have World Book Day. I'm going as Reed! My favourite character of my favourite book by my favourite author! Please mend their broken hearts! Molly x

Posted by Molly on March 16, 2009 at 04:16 PM EDT #

I totally think reed and josh should get back together. I think that ivy should break up with josh, because she didn't really love him, (maybe get back with Gage, since you can tell he misses her?) and then tell josh to go find reed. then reed has to choose between josh and upton, but picks josh. josh really loves her and isnt perfect, but is right for her. i mean, he saved her life! how much more can he do?

Posted by Mary on March 16, 2009 at 04:18 PM EDT #

omigod Paradise Lost was sooooooooooooooooooooooooo good.upton was a jerk though.i totaly think Josh and Reed should get back together after all they LOVE each other!love your books they Rock!-b.l.

Posted by Cheeze on March 16, 2009 at 05:09 PM EDT #

They should get back together period. Josh is the guy that the girls (including me) always wanna read about. It's him that gets our attention! He's the perfect guy who has to have a secret, but we just don't know wat it is and if they get back together u know we'll find out. You have to add a twist to the madness going on. Give Reed the benefit of the doubt. Make her have to work for him tho. You need to get rid of Ivy. She is a girl who has gone way over her head. I understand her point of view, but she is a little B if u ask me. You obviously wrote her like that for a reason. I've read a lot of books and I've read all of these books. There's still something missing. And that definately is real romance like she had before with Josh. Reed is not going to be as interesting if she doesn't have something to play with ever once in a while.

Posted by Isabel on March 16, 2009 at 05:17 PM EDT #

I have been obsessed with the Private series every since the 1st Private, my best friend bought it, forced me to read it (I hate to read, I NEVER read!!!) and I forced myself through the first few pages... until Reed caught the football. Than I was quite interested This last one was a killer cliff hanger! I'm dying to know who did it! I like Josh because he is very nice and cute and grounded... and obviously loves Reed. He is also like Thomas... It is like he is what is left of Thomas, he helped her through it all, he has been there, why him and Ivy got together so quickly I'm completely unsure.

Posted by Gemma on March 16, 2009 at 05:54 PM EDT #

But I must say, Ivy=One of my favorites. First her name is so pretty, she is a computer "diva", wears a lot of black and wore skinny jeans, and is evil and nice and has a dark, painful past! A great addition to the series indeed. When someone asks me something about my favorite book I tell them about this series and I always say "This series I love, Private--" than my best friend will cut me off and say "More like this series you are obsessed with!!!"

Posted by Gemma on March 16, 2009 at 05:54 PM EDT #

I neeeed to knoww if there is another boook coming outt soooon. I have to know what happens with Reed and everythingg PLEASE have one come outtt soon. I read the last boook in 1 day and i am not one to read, so PLEASE come outt with the nexxt one ASAP!

Posted by danielle on March 16, 2009 at 06:07 PM EDT #

OMG kate paradice lost was amazing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! who did it i think it was poppy and mabey upton and i know that sounds weird but hes always with her when something bad happens and at the end you say a musky smell but grabbing the neacklace is throwing me off. anyway josh and reed are perfect for eachother he so sweet

Posted by tay on March 16, 2009 at 07:09 PM EDT #

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Posted by zivers on March 16, 2009 at 07:17 PM EDT #

Hi I was just wondering when the next book is coming out after Paridise Lost?

Posted by Katelyn on March 16, 2009 at 07:46 PM EDT #

Josh and Reed get back together please, please, please!!!!!!!!!!! I love Josh, I love Reed.

Posted by Mary on March 16, 2009 at 08:53 PM EDT #

i just want to know if there is a new private novel coming out after paradise lost? i love your books and want to read more about private novels.please give us an answer. a future date of the next book after paradise lost.ty

Posted by margaret on March 16, 2009 at 09:38 PM EDT #

josh is alot like my boyfriend evan hes sweet, down to earth and really hot. unlike josh though evan dosnt make me choose between him and my friends josh was a big jerk for doing that for reed but in the end he took a bullut for her and that was hot. im not a danger magnet like reed so evans never had to take a bullet for me literally but he has helped me through rough family times hes always there for me like josh is for reed id like them to get together because i think reed deserves a down to earth guy like him but im not sure josh is mean enough to dicth ivy after she almost died but id like to find out soon.WRITE KATE WRITE!but not to fast id like a polished book not somthing hurried throug to please fans. whens the next book coming out? oh and P.S. i think upton pushed reed

Posted by Sarah on March 16, 2009 at 10:41 PM EDT #

im ment TO reed not FOR reed

Posted by Sarah on March 16, 2009 at 10:42 PM EDT #

omg, the end was amazing :) i think it was paiges mom who tried to drown her :) somethign abotu her. YOU DONT JUST AHET REED FOR NO GOOD REASON. and i think josh and reed are PERFECT FOR EACHOTHER. josh truly cares about her, and he loves her for the scholarship, small town girl she is. I love josh :)

Posted by CHRISTIE on March 16, 2009 at 11:43 PM EDT #

I'm not sure Josh is the one for Reed. He is a hypocrite and I don't love him. I still hold onto hope that something will happen and Thomas will return in the end.

Posted by Mattie on March 17, 2009 at 12:18 AM EDT #

Hii Kate ! I just finished Paradise Lost and I just had to check in on the site. Don't keep us hanging that long ! :)) Paradise Lost was an awesome book. It was more than I expected and I'm impressed. I like the whole Reed&Upton thing going on. I am totally for Team Upton. I really don't mind if Josh's heart gets crushed. Team Upton Forever ! They are just so perfect together. So, I'm really excited for your next book and the books to come. I really want to know what happens because the last chapter "Open Ocean" is just so exciting. So, thats all I have to say. And Thanks so Much ! :)

Posted by Gia on March 17, 2009 at 12:26 AM EDT #

I really must say that I am NOT a fan of Josh. Its not that I dislike the guy... I just am not huge on him being all "perfect" for Reed... I loved Thomas and then he was gone... and Josh was just there... and then there was Dash... and I actually was happy that he was taking up a residence in Reeds heart but then that was over before it could start... (I mean I felt for Reed when she had to go through losing Josh to Ivy...) BUT I dont think he's the right guy for her... in fact while I was reading Paradise Lost and she first saw and described Sawyer I was like THAT'S THE NEXT GUY FOR REED! I'm pretty positive his dad is going to be the next headmaster AND i'm pretty positive Sawyer is going to start attending Easton AND i'm pretty sure that Reed is going to totally fall for him, because I'm sure he's already on his way to falling for her! I mean no one can resist Reed... its like something about her! So yeah... Josh is out! (Always has been) and Sawyer is in!!! (In my book at least!)

Posted by Ally Jay on March 17, 2009 at 02:51 AM EDT #

Paradise lost was so amazing. Please tell me there is another one after this, I must know if Reed is alive. And I have to know what happend between the Upton/Poppy/Reed situation. I lovee Upton and would hate to have him end that way [[even though that was an amazing ending]]. These are my favorite books and I like to think I am your biggest fan.Someone I also love from this new book is Sawyer. Him and Reed would be adorable together too. So, please write another, I dont want Reed to die. Thanks for writing these books.

Posted by Shelby on March 17, 2009 at 05:00 PM EDT #

omg 'paradice lost' was so cool.But I still hope that josh and reed get back together.I mean he is just so perfect 4 her.They are so great together!!Plus I just don't think upton is worth it.For him to just leave her like that! I would have so dump him.She should go back to josh.I think reed and josh are meant for each other.

Posted by meagan on March 17, 2009 at 05:49 PM EDT #

I just bought, and finished Paradise Lost in a matter of hours. I remember when the bullet went off in Revelation, I thought Josh was going to take the bullet, and they'd get back together. I was so unbelievably happy ! He's just the sweetest guy, and totally true to himself and is perfect for Reed. When I found out Ivy had been hit with the bullet, my heart sank because Josh would be with Ivy. Josh & Reed forever ! Ivy can go with Gage !

Posted by ruby =) on March 17, 2009 at 05:53 PM EDT #

P.S.Kate,,,I gave a comment on your one blog... *Lights, Camers, Action!* The username is alyn?...yes with a question mark at the end... So post a comment or something on your next blog...please and thank you.... P.S.S. DO NOT EVER STOP WRITING THESE AMAAAAAZING BOOKS...PRIVATE SERIES, AND THE PRIVILEGE SERIES.....YOUR DA BOMB!!! and Paradise Lost was a TOTAL CLIFF HANGER....KEEP IT UP!

Posted by Alyn? on March 17, 2009 at 07:11 PM EDT #

First of all... Paradise Lost was simply amazing... but the cliffhanger is killing me!!! Anyway... I absolutely love Josh because he's different. He's nothing like Thomas or Upton... He stands out. He is also very supportive...He always wants Reed comfortable and safe. If he was a real person... girls would probably be fighting to be his girl. He would be the type of guy tho.... to find the one girl he likes the best and stick with her. That's why I absolutely positively love Josh. :]

Posted by Kelli on March 17, 2009 at 07:15 PM EDT #

Okay, first i'm going to say, that i don't like Josh anymore. call me crazy, but it think that it could have been Josh stalking Reed at the Ocean, and Josh who pushed her off. it makes sense to me!! i mean come on?? he could have gotten jealous, and snapped. really?? so just to inform you, i am officially OVER Josh Hollis.

Posted by Rebecca on March 17, 2009 at 08:01 PM EDT #

josh and reed are perfect for each other! josh has always been there for reed, and obiovusly they still love each other, even after all the things that happened. sabine said it herself, that josh and reed loved each other too much, that no matter what she tried to pull them apart it didnt work! please let them get back together!

Posted by sheila on March 17, 2009 at 08:14 PM EDT #

hey kate u made THE most perfect boy in the bookwhich is...Josh Hollis!u make him sound so adorable loving and romantic and very cute and it makes me just want 2 snatch him out of the book and hug him!lol hes like a cute teddy bear always there 2 squeeze and hug.i really hope u make reed and josh back 2gether kate!!!

Posted by Billing's Private girl on March 17, 2009 at 08:23 PM EDT #

hey kate...i just wanted to say wow! i just finished paradise lost and in your typical style you finished with a cliffhanger. i am a big fan of josh hollis but don't get them back together, not yet. josh is amazing and probably what every girl wishes her boyfriend would be, but reed took him for granted and i'm not sure she's deserves to have him back right away. i think you should make her work for it a bit. im glad reed and noelle are friends again, it was interesting without her. keep up with the craziness of this series, you can't even predict where it's going.

Posted by gulity pleasure on March 17, 2009 at 10:27 PM EDT #

P.S.Kate,,,I gave a comment on your one blog... *Lights, Camers, Action!* The username is alyn?...yes with a question mark at the end... So post a comment or something on your next blog...please and thank you.... P.S.S. DO NOT EVER STOP WRITING THESE AMAAAAAZING BOOKS...PRIVATE SERIES, AND THE PRIVILEGE SERIES.....YOUR DA BOMB!!! and Paradise Lost was a TOTAL CLIFF HANGER....KEEP IT UP!

Posted by Alyn? on March 17, 2009 at 11:51 PM EDT #

Alright Kate~ I like your books a lot and have been a avid reader since the beggining, but I waited like alomost 8 months for Paradise Lost to come out... And dont get me wrong I liked the book and everything... but... Well might as well just come on out and say it ABSOLUTELY NOTHING HAPPENED IN PARADISE LOST!!! Well except for the fact that Reed got pushed over board in the last chapter, but other than that it was almost as if nothing had ever happened to her before hand. But I amnot trying to be mean or anything.. I love your books! They are ahh-mazing! And all of my friends are now reading them... So anyway thought I would just leave a comment to basically say.. I have no problem with Upton pushing her over board and then josh and reed getting back together (hint, hint, hint) and have something HUGE happen in Suspicion!!!

Posted by Jenna on March 18, 2009 at 12:30 PM EDT #

i just started reading these books last week. i finished the first one wednesday and started the 2nd one on saturday. it took me four days to read the next seven books in the series. i am truelly addicted to them. they are a great series with a huge amount of crime and love. its just wonderful, i think. but i love josh to death. he was the sweetest thing on earth if you asked me. he loved reed and im pretty sure still does even though i have not read "Paradise Lost" im planning on going to get it at my local library today. there is no way i could last a day without reading these books. last night i finished the 8th one at 2 in the morning and could not go to sleep because i wanted to know what happened too reed. but ill find out later today, thanks for making these books.! love, Hannah

Posted by Hannah on March 18, 2009 at 01:58 PM EDT #

hey kate! i absolutely love your books:) Josh is so perfect for Reed because they make such a cute couple and he makes Reed grounded in everything she does.... It also keeps Reed to be herself all the time and he's always there for her no matter what.. He's such a good guy and very sweet and loving towards Reed..I hope you get them back together but I guess you wouldnt put them back together just yet, because it keeps the readers so interested and curious about what's coming next. And, it leaves us wanting for more. But I really do hope that you put them back together soon ! I wanted Upton but then, he's better off with Poppy:)LOL. as for Ivy, i kno she loves Josh but then, she has to realize that Reed and Josh will always belong with each other no matter what:) Keep up the good work,Kate! Your the best writer for teens like me!

Posted by chloe on March 18, 2009 at 02:34 PM EDT #

P.S.Kate,,,I gave a comment on your one blog... *Lights, Camers, Action!* The username is alyn?...yes with a question mark at the end... So post a comment or something on your next blog...please and thank you.... P.S.S. DO NOT EVER STOP WRITING THESE AMAAAAAZING BOOKS...PRIVATE SERIES, AND THE PRIVILEGE SERIES.....YOUR DA BOMB!!! and Paradise Lost was a TOTAL CLIFF HANGER....KEEP IT UP!

Posted by Alyn? on March 18, 2009 at 05:54 PM EDT #

first of all, i love this series. literally i don't understand how you write so well. i personally think that this is way better than twilight AND harry potter. i think Reed and Josh should get back together because he always is there for her. even when she has panic attacks and stuff, he is there for her. when reed messes up, josh is there to make her feel better. josh and ivy just don't fit together like reed and josh do. upton is a great guy for a summer fling because at the end of the summer, he will have already moved on. hence the "summer fling" name. i think that is the first time i have ever used the word hence. but anyways josh and reed should DEFINATELY get back together. and whoever pushed reed over the rail really has no heart at all. i would be so scared if it was ariana or sabine..haha. but WHEN IS THE NEXT BOOK COMING OUT?! please notify us as soon as you know. thanks :)

Posted by maggie on March 18, 2009 at 06:16 PM EDT #

AHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!! so i was literally at barnes and noble yesterday found the book (bought the obviously hahah) and i recently just finished it in literally 5 hours!!!! and now i am in suspense i NEEEEDDD TO KNOW WHAT HAPPPENSSSS next it's killing me!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Posted by Sarah on March 18, 2009 at 06:22 PM EDT #

Paradise Lost was definitely a great book! I cant wait for Suspicion, this cliff hanger is killing me! Josh and Reed definitely need to get back together, he was the best guy for her. The suspence is killing all of us Kate!

Posted by Amy on March 18, 2009 at 06:40 PM EDT #

i think that Upton is grest for reed and that he can help her get over josh.but i really think she should have to choose between josh and upton!!

Posted by kylie waters on March 18, 2009 at 07:55 PM EDT #

p.s got to give you THESE BOOKS ARE AMAZING!!!!please make another one

Posted by kylie waters on March 18, 2009 at 07:58 PM EDT #

Becuase Josh is a total hotty with his cute blonde curls. He and Reed look so good together. Plus, he loves her so much. His artistic spirit is so adorable and he is easy to love. Reed loves him too, but shes just busy flirting with Upton right now. By the way, the suspense is killing me. Reed can't die because then whose point of veiw would the story be from. And the last book had a cliff-hanging death ending. Its kind of repetative. Reed also has had so much happen to her, this is un fair. I can't wait for the next book. The only way i've been able to stop thinking about the series is by reading other books. Do u any of u guys read vampire books? Like say......... TWILIGHT!!!!!!!!!!

Posted by Miranda on March 18, 2009 at 08:44 PM EDT #

I am a die hard fan of this series, it has every girls dream of suspence, romance and reality.The Josh topic, i think that they have an understanding for eachother, but obviously the timing is wrong. But after reading ths last part of the series i felt a connection( on a deeper level than reed and upton, and a differnt level then reed and josh) with sawyer, reed seems to understand him. i think that he would be an interesting additon to reeds life.

Posted by Laura on March 19, 2009 at 11:46 AM EDT #

i like josh because hes so sweet. like how he wanted her to cover up whenever she was changing for the legacy because he didnt want anyone to see her but him:)

Posted by miranda on March 19, 2009 at 04:25 PM EDT #

I honestly can't remember why I used to like Josh. All I remember is that I did used to, but lately I haven't. I think he's such a good guy but sometimes too good of one...like you can tell how he likes Reed better than Ivy but he stays with her because it's the right thing to do. I think that's pretty lame and unfair to both Reed and Ivy. I understand that it most definitely is the most gentlemanly thing to do but it brings him down a few notches in my book for not fighting for anyone.

Posted by Nicole on March 19, 2009 at 10:33 PM EDT #

Apparently I write too much for your website...woops! Well I know I talk too much. Sorry, but I have to finish my thoughts hahaha. Here's the rest: I also think a reason I don't even seem to care anymore is that I think I got caught up in all the Reed-Josh problems. The Cheyenne thing...clearly not his fault...the Dash thing...clearly not her fault. All that stuff they couldn't help but it still happened and I can't just forget about it. I don't think realistically their relationship would ever be the same after all that stuff. I'm just not sure anymore! The only thing I do know is that Upton is no Thomas Pearson, Dash Montgomery or Josh Hollis. (And same goes for Hudson! Ariana can do better!) Love your books!

Posted by Nicole on March 19, 2009 at 10:34 PM EDT #

I love josh because he is so sweet and would never do anything to hurt reed. Upton left reed to go help another girl. He basically left her there to be pushed over the edge. What kind of boyfriend is that?! Josh is perfect and keeps reed stable. Josh is my favorite character in the whole series. I love him and i think he should get back together with reed. I think sawyer should go to easton and go out with ivy so that josh and reed can get back together. I love josh so much and i really want them to get back together. He is perfect for reed. By the way love your books!!

Posted by Ann on March 19, 2009 at 11:03 PM EDT #

ahhhhh, your books are amazing but they make me so mad! i love them sooo much though and you have to keep writing. i need to know if reed is ok after paradise lost. can not wait.

Posted by Leah Stout on March 19, 2009 at 11:12 PM EDT #

Please Please Please let Reed and Hollis get back together, they were PERFECT! and sure Reed and Ivy maybe friends now, but if my memory serves me right it's against the "Girl Code" to date your friends ex. so there Ivy is in the wrong and so now Reed and Hollis can hook up again!! please let them go out again!!!!!! P.S. your books are so good That It's taken me about 2 weeks to read them all. Heck I even ditched my "Twilight" obsession for these books! your such an amazing writer :)

Posted by Victoria on March 20, 2009 at 10:39 AM EDT #

I love your books! I used to hate reading but when I started to read your books I fell in love with reading :) haha. Paradise Lost was amazing except for the end. I think that Mrs. Ryan tried to kill Reed because she hates her and she found Reed and Upton together so it makes perfect sense. Oh and I hate Poppy. Why did she have to come back? I mean seriously. Poppy makes everything so complicated for Reed and Upton, but I guess its okay because I like Josh so much more! I hope in the next book that Reed and Josh get back together because they are the perfect couple and they really love each other. Josh is just the perfect guy and cares so much for Reed. I love your books and please bring Reed and Josh back together! :)

Posted by Rachel on March 20, 2009 at 02:09 PM EDT #

I think Josh Hollis is perfect for Reed. They compliment each other well. He is the artsy, quite guy who keeps her grounded with the drama of Billings House. And Reed is a new to the party-scene type of person. Josh keeps her in line. I think they should be together in the end. If Reed already lost Thomas(I really liked him)I think she should at least get Josh. Ivy and him are not a good match. She is to rude, evil and conniving for sweet innocent Josh.

Posted by Jessica A. on March 20, 2009 at 08:38 PM EDT #

Hi kate! It's me again, haha. I just saw your blog about why we all love josh. I think It hit me when it was a whole new semster, and Josh had tackled reed. and through the whole first part of the book, he said he wanted to kiss her whole body! It was adorable, and it put butterflies in my stomache! The next thing, when Reed was going over to Josh's dorm to tell him that she loves him. I read that part OVER AND OVER. I love it. with Opton, I did get some butterflies, but with Josh I got lots more! keep up the good work <3 I love how you read these posts. you are an amazing person.

Posted by Madison on March 20, 2009 at 09:15 PM EDT #

IO read Paradise Lost and loved it. I think the person tht tried to kill read might of been Sawyer or however you spell it. I thnk he liked reeed but she was too busy with Upton

Posted by Emily on March 21, 2009 at 10:58 AM EDT #

i love ur series it is one of the best i have ever read! josh and reed have to get back together!!!!! well i think that danial (pagies bro) pushed reed into the ocean cuz she is the one that sent ariana to jail and he mite have still had feelings for her than and reed hurt poppys feelings and danial also has feelings for her so i think that he pushed her in and i think that the kid that reads alot is going to save her cuz he is kinda liken her now i think...well thats my prediction!

Posted by Taylor on March 21, 2009 at 12:29 PM EDT #

i think that well u might call me crazy because part of me wants her back with josh and part doesn't... the part that does is saying well screaming (haha jk) that josh has been through so much with her reed keeps falling for losers! and josh isn't one.... the other part says josh had his chance and he chose ivy (yes she was in the hospital passed out but come on!) reed should not want someone's afterthoughts! she should and deserves to be someone's one and only thought! maybe i'm just crazy which is all thanks to u kate! (love you for it)

Posted by unameable on March 21, 2009 at 06:52 PM EDT #

You know how everyone loves Edward Cullen? Well, I personally think that Josh is even better than him. Josh has his flaws, hes overbearing and hes moody. But, that is what makes him so perfect, he is not completely perfect but pretty darn close. I love how we always forgives Reed and always apologizes for everything. (Personally, I dont think Reed deserves him, but I want him back in the series so bad, that I want them to get back together.) He is always there for her, like in Inner Circle when Cheyenne dies, they are fighting but hes still there for her to cry on his shoulder. And, one last thing. I do not like Upton, I want him gone. I desperately want Josh back!

Posted by rachel on March 21, 2009 at 07:26 PM EDT #

The reason you should put Reed and Joss together... Two words: He's perfect!!!!!!!!! They are just so adorable and when there not together I'm depressed!!!!!!!!!!!!!! When they are I'm happy! Also he doesn't like Ivy like he does Reed so they should be together because it would be so cute! But if that doesn't work out Upton seems like a valid second option

Posted by Lucy on March 21, 2009 at 08:32 PM EDT #

Josh is just so much sweeter than Thomas & Upton, he doesn't act like is better than everyone else and he helps ground Reed. He understands her and loves her for who she is; they may disagree a good amount of times, but they are always there for each other in the end.

Posted by Corrie on March 22, 2009 at 02:11 AM EDT #

i pretty much loved thomas cuz i could relate him to someone. (and he just sounded drop dead gorgous) but josh is just like a cutie, they do the typical 'ahwww' couple stuff together and its perfect. but i like upton too (lol!) hes a sweetie even though obviously a player. i just wish thomas wasnt dead, i think he was the best (:

Posted by kaceeeeeeeeee on March 22, 2009 at 12:57 PM EDT #

hey katee!! i'm totally hooked on the series and i loveee joshh. i sware if he was real we'd get marriedd. hahaha i think he's totally perfect for reed cuz he's not a player and he loves herr!!! i think upton might have been using her???! but he seems like amazingg. reed cant die!!!! butttt... i wanna know more about sawyer! he seems rly cool and down to earth. i think reed could use someone like that. but she still needs josh:D

Posted by megan on March 22, 2009 at 08:32 PM EDT #

1. is because there not the perfect couple ,they get in fights over the billings stuff and they get mad at each other...im tiered of the books with the typical perfect couple. 2. is the cute things they say to each other when there saying im sorry and they work everything out it shows they really get each other. 3. isnt really why i love them but why i fell in the with them as a couple. it is because the struggle and secrecy they had at 1st.b/c he was thomas friend and she was his girlfriend. like the lead up to them getting together was like my fav. part cause i just couldnt wait for them to be together or see what would happen with them once they were together. like with Uppton was like i could really take it or leave it if they were together, but in the "Legacy" i cryed when she hooked up with dash. and they broke up. thats what made me so upset about "Paradise Lost" because he didnt call or text or show up at all. that is why i think they should be together.

Posted by riley on March 23, 2009 at 11:26 PM EDT #

Josh and Reed are the perfect couple because they have their problems but they always end up making up... except for this last time. Reed really loves Josh and Josh really loves Reed. The look on his face when she told him she loved him... priceless. They deserve to be together because they were so cute and I looked forward to the chapters where they were together. So PLEASE bring then back together!

Posted by Melanie on March 24, 2009 at 08:06 PM EDT #

kateee- icould write a million pages (not exagerating) about how josh and reed NEED to get back togeather.. im going to save you your time by making this comment short (your welcome)! first of all, these books are my life and ten seconds can not go by without me thinking about josh. I loved paradise lost, but not as good as the other ones for one reason only NO JOSH. Josh is cute, nice, caring, loving. truthful, and respectful WHAT ELSE COULD U WANT? Reed needs him. Reed has a lot going on with her life.. she needs someone she can open up to, fool around with and more.. and josh is the perfect guy. FINALLY, if josh and reed dont get back togeather i may have to stop reading these books. no joke josh is the most intresting guy to read about and i never want to stop. i would be so disapointed if they dont get back togeather i dont know what i would do. So please-save me the anger and fustration!!

Posted by Rachel on March 24, 2009 at 09:39 PM EDT #

I really love your books.There so nice .I wish there will be amovie of your book series .I wish SUSPICION will be out earlier so that I could read it.Private Novel is the best book Id ever read.

Posted by Tiffany Rodriguez on March 25, 2009 at 04:48 AM EDT #

omg, i love Josh. he keeps Reed grounded and always helps her out. They NEED to get back together. or i'll be soooooooooooooo upset! he is one of the main reasons why i love Private so much! please make Reed and Josh get back together. who cares about Ivy?! josh and Reed were made for each other! please please please make them get back together Kate! I LOVEE JOSH!

Posted by Sami on March 25, 2009 at 03:40 PM EDT #

I love Joshh, If he was real, i'd marry him. hha. But I seriously think that Reed&&Josh should get back together... But not right aways. I think that it would be more complicated for their relationship if she stays with Upton, Therefore causing it so they cant get together because they'll both have someone else that they love. Kate, You're my all time favorite author and you always find a way to keep me on the edge of my seat while reading your books. Please keep up the amazing work and you will always be my favorite! hugs and kisses, Brittany.

Posted by Brittany on March 25, 2009 at 08:33 PM EDT #

josh and reed are PERRRFECTTT for each other. maybe ivy and upton could get together and leave josh and reed to get back together.

Posted by becca on March 26, 2009 at 06:09 PM EDT #

*a response to the very first comment, wayyy up there* I actually think it may have been Upton who pushed Reed overboard! Seriously people, think. He runs off after Poppy and leaves Reed there to fend for herself. Not to mention he was probably so MORTIFIED over Mrs. Ryan and Poppy seeing them "do their thing" that he had to take it out on SOMEONE. He's a player. Maybe he'll hook up with Taylor. Anywho, I think Josh is the best for Reed because he always had the right thing to say, and if she just wanted to be alone, it would happen. He didn't pressure her into sex like Thomas did way back in Private. He really, truly, loved Reed. I can just imagine what was going through his head when he saw Reed with Dash. Crazy, crazy stuff. Thanks, Kate. You're a great writer and a fantastic inspiration. Love always, Maddie.

Posted by Maddie on March 26, 2009 at 06:38 PM EDT #

Joshua Hollis is just like the perfect boyfriend. If he was not a fictional character I would date him, haha. I think I fell in love with him because he is the cute artistic boy, and actually cares for Reed, and doesn't love her or want her because of a sexual relationship. I seriously was about to cry when Reed and Josh broke up; to me they were meant to be :] Okay now for the reason why they should get back together. Obviously Josh still has feelings for Reed and Reed defintely has feelings for Josh. Their relationship was so strong and it hurt both of them to break up. I don't know but they are just meant to be. what do you think?

Posted by michelab on March 28, 2009 at 12:36 AM EDT #

Keep Writing. like foreverrrr. ilove theses bookss sooo much. BEST BOOKS I HAVE EVER READ! You are such an amazing author. I hope there are many more Private books to come after Suspicison because I will keep reading. You are an AMAZING author. Good Job && Keep Writing! (:

Posted by allison on March 28, 2009 at 08:44 PM EDT #

Kate, First of all i have to say I LOVE YOUR BOOKS!!!!!!! They are amazing. I have never been so pulled in by a book befor. I mean i can't even put the book down 10 mintues. I just love them so much! One of the reasons i love them probably is because of Josh. Josh is such a sweet and loving guy. I know I want i guy just like him. Josh and Reed are meant to be together. He comforts her whenever she is haveing a bad time. Will apologize intill she excepts it. They had a really STRONG relationship. In Lost Paradise she may be head over heels with Upton but she still loves Josh with all her heart. I can't blame her though. Ivy makes me sick though. I can't believe she and Josh are dating. Ga he diserves so much better! I really wish Reed and Josh could work it out, but I'm not going to push you. Your work is Faboulous and i know whatever you do is going to be AWESOME Thanks for listening and keep writing DEFINENTLY!!!

Posted by Letticia on March 29, 2009 at 02:28 PM EDT #

molly ann, you shouldnt be on here if your going to say that! i lovee these books!

Posted by katherine on March 30, 2009 at 10:20 AM EDT #

molly ann get off this site if you dont like the books!!!! we love them!!!

Posted by Emily on March 30, 2009 at 10:24 AM EDT #

WOW!!! These books are crazy!!! (in a gud way) Reed needs to stay with Josh. He's artistic, sweet, nice, and he'll always be there with her. I don't really like upton. Reed's to OMG! over him, if that makes sense. She gets butterflies over josh. and she gets into an "wow, Upton really likes a girl like me. wow this is all i ever wanted" mood. And Upton is way to much of a player. He's been with countless girls. I don't think reed would last to long with a guy like him. Josh is way better for reed and u can tell he still has feelings for her. All they have to do is get ivy outta the way and they can live happily ever after, but of course that never happens lolz!!! :-) Great Job Kate! Your a great writer!! P.S. i am so anxious to read Beautiful Disaster and Suspicion its crazy!!!!!!!!

Posted by Lauren L. on March 30, 2009 at 08:54 PM EDT #

Josh is the perfect guy for Reed because...well Josh is the perfect guy. Even if he IS on pills and all. He loves Reed. We all know he does. And he is so patient. Reed doesn't deserve it.

Posted by Tabitha F. on March 31, 2009 at 03:20 PM EDT #

Am I the only one who does not like Josh?

Posted by Em on March 31, 2009 at 09:49 PM EDT #

OH MY GOSH!!!! I love these books they are so amazing! great job kate! so i just want to say that i love josh and reed! my all time favorite part in all of the books has to be when she goes and tells josh she loves him for the first time my heart just melts! i want to find my own josh! but i think that josh and reed should get back together b/c he keeps her grounded! please have reed and josh back together b/c my heart broke for reed when they broke up! and keep up the good work!

Posted by kayla on March 31, 2009 at 11:12 PM EDT #

Ilove Josh, he is the best. Reed and Josh were meant to be! <3

Posted by KBG on April 01, 2009 at 08:31 PM EDT #

Ilove Josh, he is the best. Reed and Josh were meant to be! <3

Posted by KBG on April 01, 2009 at 08:33 PM EDT #

Josh hollis doesw not compare to any boy on this planet- not edward cullen not anyone. these books are SO much better then twilight and the fans that posted comments regarding twilight are not true fans. ESPECIALLY the 'die hard' fans who sya they love josh and say the ALMOST cry when josh and reed broke up.. well try this: i mourned; im not kidding. i didnt eat for 2 days and i cryed non stop was moppy, and was mean to everyone. if they dont get back togeather i dont know what i will do!!!!

Posted by Rachel on April 02, 2009 at 12:04 AM EDT #

Ok. sooo OMG!!! i LOVE this book series... you never know what will be coming next. I can't believe that i have to wait all the way until September to read he next book. I tried to make Paridice Lost last but i couldnt make it last that long... I LOVE Josh. He is my favorite. He is so sweet and sensitive. If i were to have to choose a charactor to be with from any book is would choose Josh. I would even choose Josh over Edward from Twilight. I cried alot when Josh and Reed broke up... I hope they get back together. And PLEASE don't let Reed die. that would stop the series and ruin everything... anyway I LOVE the books and make sure you never stop writing.... Keep up the good work!!!! <3 Courtney <3

Posted by Courtney on April 03, 2009 at 06:29 PM EDT #

First of all, there is no doubt in my mind thatit was Daniel. Just look at the facts; his obsesive relationship with Ariana, how much he liked Poppy, the horse flipping out at HIS family's estate, the crazy jetski was his, he needs anger management, and finally the musky with obviosly belonged to a guy. On the Josh front they have to get back together or i think i may DIE!!! He is absolutely perfect for Reed in everyway. Also, I think Ivy sort-of seduced him, because she hated Billing and knew it would get to Reed. Josh was just miserable and lonely, and i don't think ever really fell in love with Ivy.But, I think it is totally obvious he is in love with Reed and wants her back, but is to nice to break-up with Ivy after she just got shot. Plus Upton is NOT right for Reed; do you think Josh would leave her at that time like he was a stranger to her? I don't. So, PLEASE bring Reed and Josh back together because they are SOULMATES!!!!!!!!!!

Posted by Brooke on April 04, 2009 at 06:34 PM EDT #

Paradise lost was insane! I loved every page of it, except for the huge cliffhanger ending! I was suprised how little i missed Josh, all the other guys have so much drama that they almost make Josh look dull. I love Dash, please let him and Noelle get back together, they are the best couple ever!! I think Reed and Upton are NAWT right together though, that was the good thing about she and Josh, he kept her sane. Kate you are a GENIUS.

Posted by Talia on April 05, 2009 at 02:09 PM EDT #

im so popular im so cool, everyone CHASES me they chase me aftah school!!!! i <3 being the evah FABULOUS MOI!!!

Posted by Massie Block on April 05, 2009 at 02:50 PM EDT #

Down with Josh! I love Upton. British men make me crazy. I miss Thomas so much,it's ridic! I really wish you could somehow bring him back. I'm sure thousands of readers would be satisfied with that! As for Josh...no thanks. Most boring character ever. Then again, maybe he evens Redd out. You know, since she's the most dramatic person in the series. Girl needs some prozac. I say you off Reed, switch the POV to Noelle and make something up about Thomas not really being dead. Also, when do we find out about Noelle's scar?! Thanks Kate,keep up the good work.

Posted by Allison on April 05, 2009 at 03:13 PM EDT #

I have read all of your private books in less then two months. I have loved all of them . I love the way you write, you have a lot of talent . You are probably the reason I am doing so well in reading class. I like josh because he is so sweet to reed and really cares about her which is rare to find in a guy. It makes me mad how he and ivy are dating. I hope everything ends up okay. I just finished privilage in less then one day. Sooo good!

Posted by Tara on April 05, 2009 at 03:58 PM EDT #

IM SO FAB!!! i <3 being moi!!! YAY ME! im bettah than YOU, THATS LIFE!! get over it

Posted by Massie Block on April 05, 2009 at 05:54 PM EDT #

I don't like Josh. He'sn too perfect and boring. Him and Reed seem to be the "perfect couple" but really, they're just dull. I think Reed needs a guy with more of an edgy side. Like Thomas. Too bad he's dead. Well anyways, i love all of your books Kate and i cannot wait for the next one to come out. luhvee always -j.l

Posted by Janie(: on April 05, 2009 at 10:31 PM EDT #

my friend kirsten recommended the private books to me about 2 weeks ago, and i just finished paradise lost. i think they're reallly good! you are the numero uno in surprise endings!! i had noooooooo idea that it was sabine! number one on my suspect list was josh... joshua hollis.... wow. i think we all like him so much because he's serious about his relationship with Reed, and hes not a jerkwad. i dont know why everyone loved thomas so much, i hated him. josh has always been there for reed, even as just a friend. he helped her get over thomas, and he was really understanding. he's also really sturdy, like you can always count on him. whenever reed needs help he'll be there, you know? but i think the NUMBER ONE REASON people LOVE josh, is his freakin BLOND CURLS! hahaha.. i wanna know who pushed reed off the yacht though!! they said the person smelled musky (like josh), and that they pulled off her necklace. i have a few theories, but i think they're wrong. im just trying to pry out the weird random facts that kate puts in there for no apparent reason, because those are most likely the foreshadowing bits and pieces that will pull this mystery together!

Posted by Gracie on April 06, 2009 at 04:56 PM EDT #

For a while I thouht I was the only person who didn't like Josh, but there are a few wonderful readers who see Josh like I see him BORING lol Anyway, I got so caught up in my Josh explaination that I didn't get to comment on that cliff hanger and how completely I didn't see it coming. I wasn't sure who I could be but I'm convinced it is Daniel now thanks to a few of the other comments. Also I cant wait to see if when Private and Privileged are on the same time line if they cross over at all. Plus June is much closer than September so at least I'll get to enjoy some of your write soon! :]] Cant wait!

Posted by Ally Jay on April 06, 2009 at 08:13 PM EDT #

Wow. I love this. Completely perfect. While at first all I wanted to see was Josh come to Reed, I really loved how you set up Upton and Reed. While Reed and Josh are perfect, Upton spices it up, gives something new. He seems to truly be falling for Reed, something she really needs, a supportive guy after dealing with Thomas, Dash, and then Josh. Upton is the player turned to a one-woman-man, showing just how great of a catch Reed can be. Sometimes it seems like Reed is a little down and out when standing beside all of these powerful girls, but you make her stand out by having Upton fall for her. I cant wait to see what you will do with Upton and Reed in the future, their story was perfect in Paradise Lost.

Posted by Sydney on April 07, 2009 at 03:06 AM EDT #

Josh and Reed are just too perfect. Of course the fact that he doesn't like the Billing's girls could pose a problem, it's obvious him and Reed really love eachother. I mean she's been through hell and Josh has always been there for her even though he was dating Ivy. It's not that i don't like Ivy it's just...i like Josh better when he's with Reed.

Posted by Ashes on April 07, 2009 at 10:45 AM EDT #

Josh and Reed are perfect for each other i love all of your books but idk why but Upton just isn't growing on me and Ivy isn't either what i think should hapen is Upton and Ivy get together and Josh and Reed should get together it adds a bit of twist to the series which you tend to do :)and i am dieing for josh and reed to be together they love each other and you can tell just by the way they look at each other and talk and think about each other! so please let them be together and when are we going to find out what caused that mysterious scar on Noelle's stomach??? please consider my thoughts thanks! -Mackenzie

Posted by Mackenzie on April 07, 2009 at 02:23 PM EDT #

I love you books. I own the whole Private series and I also own the Last Christmas and for the new ones I have Privilege. These books are my favorite, when I started to read your books I had to do it for a class this year and im so glad I took this class beacuse all we do is read and your books keep me awake and wanting more and more and now im so mad cause im done with them and I so want more. Also i hope you come out with a book for after Paradise Lost beacuse I need to know if Reed is dead or not and if she gets back with Josh Hollis. I know she was with Upton that whole book, but i think he was really still a player role and Poppy still thinks hes hers. I think your books are amazing and you are now one of my top favorite authors of all time. I plan on reading all your other books until you come out with a new book for the Private series or when Beautiful Disaster comes out in June this year. I can't wait, keep the books coming. :)

Posted by Amber on April 07, 2009 at 08:10 PM EDT #

I actually preferred Upton over Josh. I don't know why, I just think that he and Reed made a better match.

Posted by Lileana on April 07, 2009 at 09:34 PM EDT #

I don't really want Josh and Reed to get back together. I don't really know why, but Josh just gets on my nerves. He hates Billings and Noelle and Reed loves them. I think he's sweet, but not right for Reed. Plus, he and Ivy make a great match.

Posted by Natalie on April 10, 2009 at 03:57 PM EDT #

Josh and Reed are perfect for each other i love all of your books but idk why but Upton just isn't growing on me and Ivy isn't either what i think should hapen is Upton and Ivy get together and Josh and Reed should get together it adds a bit of twist to the series which you tend to do :)and i am dieing for josh and reed to be together they love each other and you can tell just by the way they look at each other and talk and think about each other! so please let them be together and when are we going to find out what caused that mysterious scar on Noelle's stomach??? please consider my thoughts thanks! -Mackenzie

Posted by Mackenzie on April 10, 2009 at 07:27 PM EDT #

okay, so josh just "Clicks" when he is with reed. He is so true and real, no fake like thomas or upton. i felt no chemistry with them, only josh and that is how it SHOULD be =) i just think reed needs someone like josh in her crazy life, he just is always there and is so loving and beautiful and undescribable! if thats a word haha, so anyway, never stop writing, i hated reading more than anything until i read ur books. i love reading now, i read all your books in 5 months lol its crazy but.. ur great =) and u need to write another megan mead book =) loved it!!

Posted by Lauren on April 11, 2009 at 12:35 PM EDT #

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Posted by hotgossip on April 11, 2009 at 04:04 PM EDT #

okay...i know i'm late in all but yEWr series r soo kewl!Josh and Reed should get back together because if anyone is to blame is Sabine.She drugged Josh to do what he did w/ Cheyenne Martin when she was alive and hurt Reed,So Reed and Josh broke up.BUT Reed forgave him and they got back together.And at the Legacy when Reed did what she did w/ Dash, SABINE put ectasy in her drink,therefore making her do things i know she wouldn't do if she wasn't as drunk as she was.I know two wrongs don't make a right but if Reed DID forgive Josh for what happened...shouldn't Josh do the same?I know Josh still loves Reed and Reed loves Josh so why not get back together?To me,Thomas wasn't really there for Reed.He was in and he was O-U-T OUT!Maybe Reed will get w/ Saywer but in my opinion Josh is the one for Reed.He was there for her when Thomas died,When Cheyenne died,and at the legacy (train ride and back) maybe...idk but somthing about Josh just makes me want to read the books even more.I read all the the parts when Josh and Reed are talking or just doing there thing. like in untouchable the chapter TRUE COLORS when josh said that thing about Reed moving on th OVER when they break up.To me they BELONG TOGETHER!J.H.+R.B.

Posted by Tyra on April 11, 2009 at 05:39 PM EDT #

They belong 2gether bcuz if it wasn't 4 SABINE.Josh wouldn't have hooked up w/ Cheyenne and Reed wouldn't have cheated w/ Dash.Josh was drugged and Reed had ectasy in her drink.Reed DID 4give Josh so y shouldn't Josh 4give Reed?Reed loves Josh and Josh STILL loves Reed although he is w/ Ivy.R.B.+J.H.

Posted by Tyra on April 11, 2009 at 05:45 PM EDT #

Josh and Reed should get back together because they said they loved each other! they wouldn't say that if they didn't truly mean it. reed obviously wants to be with him forever. and wasn't there one instance when josh ran outside when reed was flirting with hunter??? that shows that he definitely still loves her. josh is the sweetest guy ever, i would totally marry him if he existed in real life. also, josh treasures reed and protects her. in the forest before the legacy he didn't want anybody to see her. he saved her life, he forgives her when she messes up, and he apologized at the legacy even though i don't think it was entirely his fault. to me they are perfect for each other, and they deeply care for each other. reed knows exactly what josh needs ( with the paint brushes) and josh knows how to make reed feel better (paint splattering in his room) i really really want josh and reed to get back together!

Posted by Andie on April 11, 2009 at 05:50 PM EDT #

well i think that josh and reed should get back togther becuase they have been through a lot. i know that josh still loves her or he wouldnt have tried to take a bullet for her. josh is just the perfect guy for reed. he's too sweet :) honestly i wished i had a guy like josh. though i did like thomas better, i think josh should end up with reed at the end. and upton... well thats just a big NO. in fact i think upton is a bigger player then thomas. so he shouldnt even be with reed.

Posted by ruby on April 12, 2009 at 07:12 PM EDT #

I love Josh because he actually seems to care for Reed, He is not a player, He is sweet, he is pretty much the perf boyfriend

Posted by Iris on April 12, 2009 at 07:41 PM EDT #

I honestly can say the Josh Hollis is right for Reed Brennan.He knows how to treat a lady.He was very kind to Reed.They are perfect for each other..they love and respect each other.Josh is as sweet as can be. Josh was in the same situation as Reed was the night of the legacy and he should have forgiven her the way she forgave him.He took the bullet for her..that DEFINETLY proves he still cares for her.Reed loves and cares for him too.She knows him very well[when she gave him the paintbrushes at the holiday dinner].They are meant to be together.You could tell the way he is towards Reed is extremely different with Ivy.When Josh is with Reed you could tell the attraction between them..like there chemistry or something there..But,when he is with Ivy it just looks like any other typical boyfriend/girlfriend. Anyway,that is why i think they should be together.I hope you continue writing THE PRIVATE SERIES until its Reed's last day at Easton as a senior.cant wait for SUSPICION!Josh and Reed!

Posted by tory on April 12, 2009 at 10:28 PM EDT #

First of all Kate your like the best writer ever and you makes the best books ever,anywho Paridise Lost was amazing and i wonder who did that at the ending of the book i think it might be a guy since everybody assume its a girl unless its Mrs.Ryan?? lol back to the main question,Thomas was a good boyfriend for Reed at the time cause they had stuff in common but eventully they would of broken up!,i like thomas untill i read last christmas, now i think of him as a player,even though i know he REALLY loved Reed,and made Arinana go crazy.but know im fallen for Josh.I think he still loves her,after what she did at the Legacy,But now all the things have been solved and Ivy and Reed are friends i think Ivy (when she heals will understand Josh still loves Reed and that Josh and Reed will go back together,and for Upton I think he is still has feelings for Poppy in a way i dont know why?? Overall Josh is the right one for Reed point blank!! Keep the books going i love them !! :) thanks for reading my comment!!

Posted by mikaila on April 13, 2009 at 05:22 PM EDT #

Paridise Lost was amazing and i wonder who did that at the ending of the book i think it might be a guy since everybody assume its a girl unless its Mrs.Ryan?? lol back to the main question,Thomas was a good boyfriend for Reed at the time cause they had stuff in common but eventully they would of broken up!,i like thomas untill i read last christmas, now i think of him as a player,even though i know he REALLY loved Reed,and made Arinana go crazy.but know im fallen for Josh.and yeah Josh had the right to brake up with Reed for what Dash and her did and I think he still loves her,But now all the things have been solved and Ivy and Reed are friends i think Ivy (when she heals will understand Josh still loves Reed and that Josh and Reed will go back together,and for Upton I think he is still has feelings for Poppy in a way i dont know why?? Overall Josh is the right one for Reed point blank!! Keep the books going i love them !! :) thanks for reading my comment!!

Posted by mikaila on April 13, 2009 at 05:26 PM EDT #

Oh my gosh so wrong! Upton and Thomas being players sooooo makes a girl fall in love with them! They are(were) so irresistible. If Thomas was real oh my gosh can we say chaos? But Josh is too sweet and not bad enough. He needs like a major backbone and tad bit attitude and maybe some spice! But Upton and Thomas right on! and i so cant believe Upton and i'd have to say worst cliffhanger! i'm on the edge and i have to wait 10 yrs for suspicion! i'm gonna have a heart attack. Maybe Reed and Dash should go for round 2! Yummy DASH. (Dashalicious) (I'm on ecstasy for Dash <3) But I'm still up with Upton (hahah)

Posted by zachari on April 13, 2009 at 11:34 PM EDT #

Josh is perfect for Reed because he's the perfect image of a boyfriend in your reader's eyes. I cried when Reed and him broke up and when he kept saying I love you to her. Seriously, Reed slipped up and Josh is a gentleman who should know how to forgive and forget. Ivy sooooo does not deserve him. Josh and Reed Forever!!

Posted by Kirsten on April 14, 2009 at 12:57 PM EDT #

Josh and Reed are perfect for each other i love all of your books but idk why but Upton just isn't growing on me and Ivy isn't either what i think should happen is Upton and Ivy get together and Josh and Reed should get together it adds a bit of twist to the series which you tend to do :)and i am dieing for josh and reed to be together they love each other and you can tell just by the way they look at each other and talk and think about each other! so please let them be together and when are we going to find out what caused that mysterious scar on Noelle's stomach??? please consider my thoughts thanks! -Mackenzie

Posted by mackenzie on April 14, 2009 at 05:05 PM EDT #

I want josh hollis hes so hottttttttttttttttttt. reed and josh 4 ever !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Posted by kassandra on April 15, 2009 at 02:26 PM EDT #

i am CONVINCED that UPTON IS THE GUY WHO PULLED REED INTO THE OCEAN AND TRIED TO KILL HER!!!!!!! although i wish he wasnt i actually hate josh he is too sappy and bipolar helloo he has meds to prove his moodiness and i loved upton he was a player who kinda settled for reed and made her an assertive confident women and he is also honest with his weaknesses and willing to work with her!!! too bad he is a creepy killer:(

Posted by sammy sams on April 16, 2009 at 02:18 AM EDT #

Hey so i love upton so much he truley loves Reed. Yea and i f u can, Kate, can please release suspscion any earlier!!! ugh i have nothing to read:). Loved paradise lost<3 xoxoo erin

Posted by erin on April 16, 2009 at 11:42 AM EDT #

o and josh is amazaing because he is so protective over reed. And as much as upton is romantic (and a player) josh i s still better for reed.

Posted by erin on April 16, 2009 at 11:44 AM EDT #

Omg Paradise Lost was unbeleiveable. I love reed so much but the only thing that is missing from her is JOSH HOLLIS! He is amazing and even though she did do bad things to him they are so ment to be. I know that ivy is in a coma but i bet that deep down she knows that Josh wasnt for her he was always supposed to be with reed and that she will be able to accept the truth. Kate all your readers especially Me want reed and josh to get back together so please!!!!!!! can you make our wish come true. Also i just cant wait for suspicion. Ahhhhhhhh so excited

Posted by Gaby on April 17, 2009 at 01:35 AM EDT #

kate u are the best writer ever all i have is the first to the sixth book but i just finished reading legacy and i think reed and josh belong together because he was so sweet and he sounded cute and she was just happy to have him around.I also have Privlidged and i can't wait to get beautiful disaster but please let them be together and i can't wait to get ambition,revelation,and paradise lost and suspsion later kate yor my fave author Jada

Posted by Jada on April 18, 2009 at 05:24 PM EDT #

Hey Kate, I don't think there is enough space to say all the reasons why Josh and Reed should get back together! So here are the important one....first of all, they love eachother! Love is a really strong thing so if they really did love eachother they would get back together, but thats up to u. Second, they went through soo much together, Thomas's murder, Cheyenne's murder, and Reed almost being killed, twice! Josh always apologized to Reed even when she was the one who was wrong. He never wanted to be in a fued with her because he loved her to much. They were together for almost a year, and Reed only knew Upton for like a week and a half. If you, as the author feel that Josh and Reed should stay seperated, then that's your call because i know you'll have good reasons. Also I feel that Josh and Ivy should break up so that Gage can be with Ivy because I believe that Gage really cares for Ivy. So, I would love it soooo much if Josh and Reed get back together. Please let them get back together! Anyway, If you read my comment way down here, then you are a supercalifagilisticexpialidocious person! (im not sure how to properly spell it!) Anyway, u kno the characters more than we do , so i cant wait to see what happens! Keep writing, cuz u r Spectacular! XOXO

Posted by izzy on April 18, 2009 at 07:37 PM EDT #

Kate, your books are soooo good!!! Josh and Reed should stay together because deep down they both still love each other and always will.

Posted by N :) on April 19, 2009 at 10:57 AM EDT #

i love josh and miss him so much in tha stories but im really liking this new guy ,Upton in Paradise Lost . Reed goes through guys kinda fast though doesn't she ?

Posted by Casey on April 19, 2009 at 06:44 PM EDT #

Ok for one Upton was a total loser I dont care how hot the guy is if hes that big of a playa hes not going to actually fall for you! Also reed should go for josh because he was actually cute and not a total playa plus then maybe he could stop all the stockers getting a little annoying not that many people can actually hate one person that much.

Posted by Loveyall on April 22, 2009 at 09:15 PM EDT #

ohkay; kate, i love your books! it's one of the best series i've ever read=] seriously, reed and josh need to get back together for so many reasons that have already been stated; but he truly does care about her &nd loves her ! they've completed each other since day one - and they have had ups and downs in their relationship but its only normal ; i'm not a big fan of ivy- but i know you put her and josh tohether for a reason =/ reed just needs some support and love and i believe (just like everyone else) that josh is the perfect person to give it to her... please =0 -josh and reed holis <3 it just sounds right ;]

Posted by Cantrell on April 22, 2009 at 09:32 PM EDT #

Wow. These books are amazing. My Friend recommended them to me and i have finished all the privates out so far and last Chrsitmas in 3 weeks. They're the best. You probably have been hearing this alot but...I really miss Josh Hollis. And i can't wait any longer for another book after Paradise Lost... :] I really hope that wasn't the last one or else i don;t know what i'd spend my time doing :] YOUR AMAZING!

Posted by Hannah on April 26, 2009 at 06:49 PM EDT #

omg.... kate i absolutely adore your books. they are actually pieces of art. i love noelle, she is definatley my favourite character by far, except i am wondering why she is still at Easton? wasnt she a senior in the first four books? i know the she came back to convince Yale that she would do the work but isnt it time for her to leave? dont get me wrong she is an awesome character... but i just wonder why she is still at school. anyway josh hollis adn reed are perfect for eachother adn i think upton should be with kiran... they are very well suited. i love all the original four billings girls including ariana but she went deranged.... she is still quite cool though. keep writing if you ever stop i will be a sad person. lol xxx

Posted by cecelia on April 29, 2009 at 05:09 AM EDT #

Okay, first of all, all of you people who are saying that Thomas was a player are kind of wrong because he was a player before Reed came along. But then he realized how great Reed truly is, until Ariana had to ruin it and kill him!! You really need to read the first chapter of Last Christmas!! Next, Reed and Josh totally belong together because they are like two halves of each other and when they're together they become whole. Josh may seem kind of crazy and stuff and he may be a little rude and stuff to Reed, but it's only because he truly truly cares about her and loves her a lot!! They are like the best couple ever. And you can totally tell that Josh doesn't care about Ivy because as soon as he finds out the truth about how Sabine drugged Reed at the Legacy, he totally has Reed's back and he jumps in front of a bullet for her. I mean, seriously, tell me that's not love right there. Anyways, Reed and Josh are made for each other, and this Upton dude totally won't last because he didn't even stay with Reed after what happened at the end of Paradise Lost. He's too wishy-washy. Reed + Josh 4eva!!! :]

Posted by Rochelle on May 01, 2009 at 05:24 PM EDT #

JOSH HOLLIS IS THE BEST!! You need to have him and Reed get back together or I would totally cry!! In my opinion, he is the best guy in all of the books he is so sweet, the only thing that is annoying about him is his problem with Billings but I am soooo willing to get over that if him and Reed get back together! I feel bad for Ivy, I don't hate her, but at the same time she shouldn't have Josh. The only one who should have Josh is REED. :)

Posted by Shayna on May 03, 2009 at 07:06 PM EDT #

josh is the perfect bf for reed. thomas lied to her, dealt drugs and never told her. and while i dont question that he CARED for her, i wouldnt say he loved her. they hadnt been together all that long when he died and i think they would not have lasted much longer if he hadnt died. josh liked her from the very beginning- and he doesnt lie to her. he keeps her grounded, like many people have said. he cares about her SO much and both upton and thomas did not love her, especially not upton. in my personal opinion, i think upton had an affair with mrs. ryan at some point, maybe even one that is still going on. she hated reed to much for them never to have hooked up.

Posted by cassie on May 10, 2009 at 01:33 PM EDT #

i also think that while josh wasnt calling reed, it wasnt because he didnt like her anymore. heres my theory: josh was going to call reed eventually, but was in touch with gage and gage informed him of reed-upton. then josh was to upset to contact reed but gage gave him updates. then gage tells him about reed in hospital after they find her, josh comes out, never leaves her side. then they get together=) i also think josh broke up with ivy before she was in the hospital- after he got the present from reed, realizing she still cared, and was going to talk to her about that but then he jumped in front of the gun for her! but these are all just theories..!

Posted by cassie on May 10, 2009 at 01:33 PM EDT #

Ok....first off...Paradise Lost. AH-MAZING!!! I swore I wouldn't read it in one day...well...i read it in 1 hour!!! I could not put it down! But ugh! WORAT CLIFF HANGER EVER!! Not only may she be dead, but there are soo many people!who could have pushedd her! This is the second cliff hanger in a row where she may be dead! I was hoping that the whole "every one kill reed" would end with her almost being shot! =) oh well keeps it interesting. Now..Josh. He is perfect for Reed! They went through everything together! He stood bye her during all the crap she was put through. She loved him even though he was accused of murdering Thomas! How much more can you love a person?! Ivy and Josh just don't make sense! they're like polar opposites, hes so sweet, and caring. Ivy is stubborn, and somewhat mean. I know i know. Reed and Ivy are friends now, but that just makes it easier for them to get back together. Upton just doesn't seem like he truely loves Reed like Josh does. Im guessing he sees her as just a "summer fling". Josh and Reed are perfect for eahother. p.s. I cannot wait until Suspicion comes out!! I have been counting down ever since I finished Paradise Lost!

Posted by Caitlin Rowell on May 16, 2009 at 10:44 PM EDT #

First off...Paradise Lost! Ah-MAZING!! I swore I would.t read it in one day, but ended up reading it in an hour!! I could not put it down!! Josh. He is perfect for Reed! They continued to love eachother after EVERYTHING they went through! He loved her through...well basically everything that ever happedned at Easton. She loved him though he was accused of murdering Thomas, and cheating in her with Chyanne! They made it through all of that! Then they just... It isn't right! Ivy and Josh are not meant to be together like her and Josh! I don't think Upton actually loves her. But Josh does. He was just hurt, and thats the only reason he fell for Ivy. I think he cares for Ivy more as a sister. Not loves her like he does Reed.

Posted by Caitlin Rowell on May 16, 2009 at 10:50 PM EDT #

Wow, can I just say that I LOVE these books and it is killing me to wait for Suspicion?! Please please please get Josh and Reed back together! Josh is still in love with her, you could tell by the way he acted at the beginning of Paradise Lost. I think he was just with Ivy as a rebound girl and he would've felt guilty leaving her after she got hurt by Sabine. If they could just talk about what happened at the Legacy everything would be fine! Reed is still in love with Josh, she needs him to keep her grounded and not play her like the other guys! Please get them back together!!! I don't like Upton!!!

Posted by carli on May 18, 2009 at 10:25 AM EDT #

well.....i hate cliff hangers and series that go on for EVER but i dont really see the big deal because Josh never even asked Reed what really happened that night and why she did it. He didnt even text her merry Christmas. JERK. But i gotta say that you cant take him out of the picture because hes been in it for too long and he saved Reed from the shot and they said that they loved each other. So yeah.....just plz dont make this series like more than 20 book PLZ.

Posted by alize on May 29, 2009 at 08:43 PM EDT #

I think Upton tried to kill Reed. He was there when everything happened with the horse and jet ski. For sure...Upton did it.

Posted by Alison on June 02, 2009 at 09:27 PM EDT #

Josh was Reed's rock-- he was so down to earth and he kept her from ever getting way too caught up in Billing's drama. He cares for her and warns her of dangers but he never CONTROLS her. He makes sure she always has someone. Without Josh, Reed has no one. Nobody in Billings has her best interests at heart even if they are fun girls who make Easton bearable and interesting to read about.

Posted by Taylor on June 09, 2009 at 10:16 PM EDT #

Yeah! i mean...didnt any of you read the 1st chapter of last x-mas? i'm not trying to b mean but, thomas never had a chance to show how he REALLLYY feels (or felt) 4 Reed because Ariana kills him. :*( He tells Ariana that Reed is EVERYTHING and Ariana is not. He Also spits in her face. I LOVE Josh w/ my heart. But if Josh moved on, shouldnt Reed? DONT GET ME WRONG!! i want then to get back together, i just have a strong feeling.... that Josh and Ivy will return to Easton w/ news, something about ivy or idk Next paragraph

Posted by Tyra Samone' on June 20, 2009 at 01:02 PM EDT #

Yeah! i mean...didnt any of you read the 1st chapter of last x-mas? i'm not trying to b mean but, thomas never had a chance to show how he REALLLYY feels (or felt) 4 Reed because Ariana kills him. :*( He tells Ariana that Reed is EVERYTHING and Ariana is not. He Also spits in her face. I LOVE Josh w/ my heart. But if Josh moved on, shouldnt Reed? DONT GET ME WRONG!! i want then to get back together, i just have a strong feeling.... that Josh and Ivy will return to Easton w/ news, something about ivy or idk Next paragraph

Posted by Tyra Samone' on June 20, 2009 at 01:03 PM EDT #

. Just a feeling! i think Sawyer, no doubt. OR Poppy really did do it! i also suspect Noelle's mom and the Ryan twins' mom. Bcuz, hey, y would Noelle's Dad give Reed a purse?Cheyenne and Amberly's dad! HELLO! WAKE UP! i think he kinda has a thing for Reed and Mrs.Lange knows! and Calista, what's her deal? i blame SABINE DULAC! She broke them up once and she did it again FOR GOOD (or not hee hee) Upton Can Kiss My hiny wet and SHINY!I HATE HIM> He has no clue what LOVE means! Reed is right, She'll never live up to them, its hardwired into his brain to take care of them, BUT POPPY IS JUST>>>UGH!!! Whatever.i wouldnt be surpised if Reed tried to commit...well...you know, it wont jinx it. I will KILL MYSELF! waiting for suspicsion, it killing n=me, any then SCANDAL (next book). Private is awesome! i found at least two mistakes in the Books!

Posted by Tyra Samone' on June 20, 2009 at 01:16 PM EDT #

okay, so first off kate -- love the series,josh was not only what reed wanted but they balanced each other out .he's sweet, compassionate and he was always there for reed.even though she couldnt see it, he was just looking out for her . i loved him and i think ivy isn't compatible for him. since sabine confessed to most of their problems they should try to rekindle their flame =] im starting to love ariana's story as well, but i kate i think the story line with reed is getting a little too familiar ! someone always seems to be wanting to hurt her or they actually succeed . upton- never perfect for reed. he may want to end his "player" ways but i don't think its possible. he should just stick to what he does best- flirt. cliff hanger- good. i'm anxious for the next book.. sorry for the long comment- love the private series =]

Posted by cantrell on July 02, 2009 at 12:47 PM EDT #

okay, first off- i loveeeeee josh =] now, (with reading all the other comments) im qonna qive my theory of what happened in paradise lost; okay- so evryone knows that daniel was ariana's first boyfriend & he loves poppy yata yata yata-- so , like someone said gage informed josh of reed's fling- he's upset because he in fact did break-up with ivy before she was shot, after he received reed's xmas gift and he needs time to clear his head. thats his reason for not texting her. daniel pushed reed because. . 1 he thought by killing reed it would hurt upton. 2 he saw poppy crying and was tired of his love being hurt & 3 all the other mishaps happened either on his property or with his property .. & 4 evryone is aware of his temper & 5 upton ran out not to deal with poppy but with mrs.ryan because her and upton had and affair and daniel wanted to solve the problems the only he knew how.. and it was his musky scent !ooh, and ivy and gage are getting back together . &thats my theory =]

Posted by cantrell on July 02, 2009 at 01:21 PM EDT #

okay josh and reed BELONG together it's kind of obvious. and ivy just needs to get out of the way i really don't think ivy deserves josh. cause she's kinda mean. and reed loves josh and deep down she really is miserable without him. I mean come on! hasn't she been through enough misery already?! with thinking sabine was her best friend and then she tried to kill her. Plus adrianna tried to kill her. That's TWO people wanting (and almost succeding) to kill her!!! that's traumatic. Oh! and then her first "love" thomas was killed!!! so please please please!!!! let reed and josh get back together becuase she needs at least one secure thing in her life. :))

Posted by fmiav on August 20, 2009 at 11:38 AM EDT #

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