I love that in LKJ's books the Chinese culture is so clearly represented. I wanted alllllll the chinese pastries since the first chapter! I think the setting/usage of the Chinese zodiacs and compatibility was cute and creative.
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“Maybe there is beauty in opening yourself up to the love you don't expect and traits that will keep you guessing. Because compatible or incompatible, we're all just trying to love and be loved, however that might look.” 

 “Remember, our greatest qualities can also be our most inhibiting.” 

 “All we can do is act on what we know in this moment in time.”