Oh, I loved this so much 🥺 I’ve had this book on my shelf since the day it was released and just kept putting it off (as I seem to do a lot 😅) and I have no idea why because this was the easiest 5 stars I’ve given in awhile! I loved Karina, I loved getting to see her slowly start believing in herself and living for herself instead of living for everyone else’s approval! I also really loved how realistic that journey was too and how it didn’t end up with everything being tied together with a neat bow because it felt real and messy and she was just really brave for even being able to do any of the things she wanted. I adored Ace, he was so sweet and just exactly what Karina needed! I loved that he always respected her boundaries, especially because he didn’t fully understand her family dynamic and all the things she was struggling with. I loved that he was there when she needed him but also knew when she needed space. I also loved how Karina’s other relationships were portrayed as well especially how supportive her grandmother was and how she was able to work on her relationship with her brother! Just overall, really really loved this one!!