4.5 stars.

I really enjoyed this book! It was a big boy too, but it certainly didn’t feel like it.
This is a tough subject matter, but I think it was handled well, and really made you think.
I also loved Dani and sage’s relationship. I wish we had seen more of his growth and acceptance, but I did enjoy the dynamic.
I also really loved Ansel and want to see more of his story. His and Dani’s friendship was really beautiful.
I have to admit I was reluctant to read this book because of the student/teacher thing, but Lachlan and Dani’s relationship was so much more than that, I really loved how he helped her heal. I do think, however that this book could’ve greatly benefited from some bits in Lachlan’s POV, just to see what he was thinking and feeling. This was what was really missing for me.
This is a great book and I enjoyed it immensely. Definitely recommend giving it a go!