This is one of the best romances that I have ever read. At first, I admit I was skeptical because the story seemed to be an "instalove" scenario, which I tend to loathe. However, if this is instalove, it was done right. Everything ends up making complete sense, including them being obsessed enough to write to each other for years after.

I loved how neatly the author was able to tie together their stories with their life. It was so satisfying to find out why Shane named his character Eight, or why Eva's characters had jagged G's and S's as their signatures.

I also really loved the disability representation in this book. While I don't have Eva's particular affliction, I do have an autoimmune disease, so I know how hard it is to live with an invisible disability like that. It made me feel really seen.

I was so happy when Eva decided not hide her disability and opened up to her friends. I know how hard that is.

 

I don't know how, but Tia Williams made everything feel so real. The premise of authors writing to each other in their books seems fantastical, but she made it grounded. I will definitely pick up any future books from her. What a beautiful story.