Thank you so much to Simon Teen for the complimentary copy of this!

This book will be out July 8th.

The good: I really liked how the author brought to light endangered animals and just the protection of animals. I love how she wrote these two characters who have this strong connection to animals.

The mid: I'm not sure if this is because of it being written in verse but things just sort of happened. Like when it's written in a regular format, there is more opportunity for the development of the characters and the relationship. Because one minute it would be one thing and then next they were together and it's like oh where is the in between.

The good: Even with the above, I did feel like I could get a sense of the relationship between Vida and Adan. I love that they had a relationship when they were young and were able to reconnect as teens.

"We're only human but animals deserve so much more kindness."

The mid: I didn't quite understand why the grandfather hated Vida's grandmother so much so that he had to put his hands on her! We do learn why he hated her but it the hatred didn't justify the reaction. And then for him to give his grandson an ultimatum (which let me tell you, I think that is one of my least favorite tropes or themes in a book) after just getting Vida back in his life. Oh I was not happy! And THEN he didn't even explain to her why he stopped talking.

The good: Going back to the animals, the way the author spoke about animals was just so beautiful. And then when the hurricane came through, my heart broke for everyone involved! I always think about hospitals and nursing homes but I never thought about zoos and what procedures they have to do to ensure their safety.

Because of it being told in verse, it was super quick to read and pacing was fast. Overall I am happy that I read this and it enlightened me on zoos and endangered animals all while still having a romance on page.