‘Maybe loving somebody means simply that they bring out the best in you, and you bring out the best in them — so that together, you are always the best possible versions of yourselves.’

Okay, so, I have some conflicting thoughts on this book.

Let’s start with the good, because it’s always easier to focus on the bad. I loved the way this book ended, not many books that are marketed with such a cover end this way. (Sorry, I’m trying to be vague, so as not to spoil anyone.) We also do not see many characters such as Arden, who are ‘recklessly loyal’ — at least not many main characters. That’s a phrase that most often would suit the side kick who’s death is used to fuel the hero’s anger. So it was nice to see that portrayed in a main character. I also loved that the chapters had names instead of just numbers.

However, you see, the main plot, the plot that is described on the back cover? The one where she goes to find this boy? That doesn’t happen until around 60% through the book. Everything before that is just dramatic build up, I guess. I did not really care about the main drama part of the story and Arden was an annoying and stalkery character for most of the book. The dude characters were there to serve a purpose and disappear ; not very well developed.


It’s a pretty okay book, but you should read it for the ending, because that’s the part that makes this book worth it.