may i just say: this book was AMAZING. i was really really excited for it to come out, and it exceeded all expectations almost immediately. tashie bhuiyan has created characters that are so lovable and lifelike, i genuinely felt every moment of their happiness, anxiety, pain or love as my own. karina is such a lovely MC—she’s anxious, a people pleaser, a book nerd, but she’s also a fighter and can handle her banter. i love her and her counting. ace was a perfect love interest, especially for a YA novel. it was so nice to see him be a supportive, understanding and respectful person no matter what (i am tired of toxic male characters now and forever). from the premise to the characters to the tiny little details, this book was perfect. please read it and then talk to me about it.