this was cringe, but in a cute way. annie and will – who never reveals what “will” is short for, damn him! – were perfect for each other. they were two complete opposite people who were wholesome together, had no drama, and communicated maturely. all while finding their true, authentic selves while also taking a risk at love.

also, this is unrelated to the couple in this book but the way james looks at maddie and how annie basically described it as longing? and of course maddie is oblivious to how he looks at her! what’s the story there? it’ll be a perfect reverse grumpy-sunshine best friend’s sister story in the making like hello??? i need their book now.

overall, i had a really good time reading and loved being back in rome, kentucky, seeing old and new faces. i love this small odd town. hopefully i’ll be back soon.