I didn't want to start this series, so it's possible that my reluctance shows bias in my rating. There was so much to like in this book, to dads, tragic backstory, triumph over adversity, and a sexy Italian who wants to feed you. But I struggled reading this period I've read 10 other books by this author and was consumed with the storyline and characters, Sadly I did not have that experience with this story. It was just too messy, to rushed, Maybe if it had been longer I would have enjoyed it more. I am a serial series series Reader. So I will likely read the next 4 books but not anytime soon. And if asked, I would recommend a different series by this author.