I know that there are quite a few people that didn’t feel this book because of the triangle between Jase, Becca, and Hannah. But it really felt pretty true to life to me. It’s so easy to understand why Jase and Hannah kept moving along in a kind of limbo, especially when everyone seems to expect them to be a couple at some point. Plus those old habits and feelings are pretty hard to turn off. It does seem like Hannah takes advantage of him but part of that are her issues just as much his. With his abusive background it’s easy to imagine why he would be drawn to someone that he can take care of and protect.

Poor Becca never had a chance while the two of them are dancing around the what-could-be’s of their relationship. Especially once we find out some of the tricks Hannah used to keep him as hers. There’s a lot of hurts and history and hang-ups at play but it is satisfying when they finally get things figured out. Unfortunately the timing is pretty darn bad. Or good depending on how you look at it :) I’m curious to see Hannah’s story because she definitely didn’t play well here, but we also get glimpses of some issues that explain things some. Not that it excuses her actions but it at least shows a reason for the things she does.

There’s a decent amount of drama with all of the misunderstandings and miscommunication, but it helps to deliver an enjoyable secret crush/friends (kinda) to lovers romance. I was so pleased when Jase and Becca finally figure things out and some decades old feelings finally get their chance to shine.

*** I voluntarily read a Review Copy of this book. All opinions stated are solely my own and no one else’s. ***