I can tell from this story that the author is talented, good at writing, and an enjoyable read. I’m looking forward to reading Queenie (which I’ll start after this review is posted!)
However I think this was the wrong story to write for a quick read. I was really invested in the characters but I only got told a tiny snippet of their story within the 100 pages. I was invested into the history and development of the two rival gangs (this is after all West side story/Romeo and Juliet retelling) ans again only got such small details about them.
The falling instantly in love that occurred is too far fetched for me - but then I always hated Romeo and Juliet for the same reason.
I did love thay this book had a happy ending but again the character arcs felt hardly started let alone complete.
I did enjoy this quick read, and it served its purpose, but I do feel as if the story could be told in a whole novel (