All Ali Hazelwood book reviews should be read with the caveat that I think she is a queen and can do no wrong.

I absolutely loved this book - and I only had good times reading it. As a woman in STEM,

someone whose life crashed down all in one swoop

, former swimmer, and current control freak/perfectionist I felt seen by Scarlett. Her thoughts and actions (and some of Lukas's digging questions) just felt like I was being called out by my own therapist - but in the best way because you get to see her flight like hell to come out on the other side... better ❤️  

I thought the way they met through Pen, and that whole situation was the only weird part. Like good for them - but could NOT be me. I did love Scarlett's and Pen's friendship - and

although I hated that the "third act break-up" was between them, I'm also really glad it wasn't between her and Lukas. That epilogue scene between Pen and Lukas healed my soul - so all was forgiven.

 

Last but not least - Lukas. I loved him. His patience and understanding with Scarlett, their banter, and he was OBSESSED. Just too good 😍 Honestly - I expected it to be spicier/kinkier

after they went over the limits list together, but I'm not mad about the smut we got.