I’ve read a handful of Ashley’s books and they are always 1) romantic and 2) ANGSTY. I cry, every single time, and this book was no exception.

The character arc for Sam was SO moving. I loved the way Nova loved him, from childhood, and how he in turn accepted her just as she was. I think I wanted more evidence on the page for their romance—like, the link was this shared past, but I wish there was more talk and connection in their present. And more kissing! The angst was the best part. I love semi-sad kissing books.


Thank you Netgalley and the publisher for an eARC of this delightful novel. Opinions are my own.