This book was effing beautiful. That is all.

Well, not all exactly. I'll admit I went in determined to like this book because of the discourse around it. But, honestly, I believe I would feel this way about this book even if I hadn't gone in with that mindset. This was one of the most realistic depictions of a relationship that I feel I have seen in a while.

I loved this book. I really did. I enjoyed how the relationship was built between Anna and Quan. I loved how they both came with baggage and learned how to work through it with each other. They gave the same amount of grace and consideration they were given and it was beautiful.

I know there has been a difference in opinions over the genre of this book and I respect that. But, as for me and my house, this is a romance novel. Because it also touches. albeit briefly, on the moments where it's difficult to stay in love. The moments where you have to be the pillar for your partner, when you may be getting the bare minimum or nothing in support. Which isn't to say it should always be this way. But sometimes it will be unbalanced and you push through realizing that when you're that down, they will happily take those reins.

I want a story about Faith. No effs given about Priscilla. At all.

I don't give recaps because I worry too much about spoilers but just...give this one a chance. Don't let the negative reviews dissuade. Give it a shot for yourself to determine your take on it.