***ARC generously provided by Southern Belles Book Blog

You can notice the time an effort that was put into this book. Natalie's story is unlike any of Kandi's previous novels. Dare I say, I quite like this style of writing.

Natalie Poxton is a strong character hidden under her insecurity. She is the step-daughter of the man who owns Poxton Beach, Dale Poxton. She's a little on the big side, but doesn't let that stop her from eating and doing the things she loves. But when her boyfriend, Mason Carter breaks up with her, and exchanges her for a more skinnier, prettier girl, Natalie falls into a deep dark place where she starts doubting herself.

During a party that she goes to with her best friend Willow, Natalie meets Mason's new girlfriend, Shay, who verbally assaults her, thus causing Natalie to run away from the party. She's not over Mason and is determined to get him back, since Shay is a horrible person and Mason has to see that. Natalie decided to take her mom and stepdad's request to visit the gym.

Enter Rhodes

My trainer was none other than Rhodes―Poxton Beach's closest thing to a bad boy. It was like reading a DANGER sign lighting up over and over again as I watched him closely, that same fear I'd felt toward him in school creeping up.

Rhodes is 3-4 years Natalie's senior and he is a pile of broody nature. He doesn't talk much, and simply tells Natalie her goal and meal plans of the day. But there's something about him that makes Natalie curious.

Rhodes' never met a woman like Natalie before when she enters the gym. He questions her on her reason being here, and confirms that she isn't getting healthier for herself, but her ex. Not pleased, Rhodes continues to help her work towards her goal while getting to know her a little bit more each time.

That's the premise of the story, but let me tell you, I've leaving a lot of juicy details from this book. Those of you who are used to Kandi's humor "party-like" novels, this isn't like that. Weightless is more deeper, more emotional, and tears may just escape.

This isn't a tale of how Natalie gets her ex back. This is a story of how two distraught people find themselves in each other, and discover how light and dark need balance. It's about strength, beauty, and love in the most unexpected way.

This book made me feel, as many fantastic books do, but it also had me gasping. I loved the different themes and plots introduced in the book and I also loved that it was a standalone. A very high rating goes to this book. I'd probably rate it 6 stars if I could!

You're not, Natalie. You...you're weightless. The world hasn't touched you yet. You're not heavy with the weight of pain, and guilt, and selfishness. You're light. Don't ever lose that. Don't let the world weigh you down like them.