The Pace is appropriately titled, except the pacing of the book really lacked, well, much of anything. It was dull and boring and I struggled to continue reading. I could not like either character; they had no flaws whatsoever, besides Wes being that "over protective" boyfriend (read: controlling boyfriend). The plot, while intriguing and full of medical interests, was not engaging. I understood the plot, and knew exactly what the deal was between Sophie and Wes, within fifty pages or so. I believe the last ten pages were thrown in just because it was so predictable. Instead of the ending coming out of left field, it would have made the book more interesting if hints had been dropped throughout. It would have given that sense of danger looming instead of Sophie having a perfect life immediately. 
 Also, am I the only one who noticed: Shelena Shorts, Sophie Slone. Not saying it means anything, but it's a pet peeve of mine when authors and characters are similar. 
 There were many typos. I believe The Pace could've used another month or two with an editor. 
 And one major thing that bothered me about the book: toward the end, Wes mentions a habit of Sophie's. "Biting your lip, as you often do." Excuse me? When did she start this? We never saw that in the book. Although Sophie did more telling than she did showing. 
 I hate to make the comparison, but I felt like I was reading a duller version of Twilight. Despite being her debut novel (and, who knows, the series might get better as it goes along), I'm pretty sure I won't be reading The Broken Lake anytime soon.