This book is exactly what I have always wanted! It’s my favourite kind of book with every single element I adore and thoroughly enjoy. This is my go-to genre, and typically the genre I can always rely on. I was a little, tiny bit worried when I started reading this one because I adored the synopsis and I didn’t want to be disappointed (which is a common feeling when we read new books, right?) but I absolutely fell in love with it. The characters, the plot, everything. It was a brilliant read with a lot of heartfelt moments, a dose of heartbreak, steam, and adorable hilarity.

This book is the perfect mix of light and fluffy with dramatic and heart wrenching in just the right doses. It does deal with some serious issues (gambling addiction, mental illnesses, alcoholism) but they’re done so delicately and with thought - they don’t feel like they’ve been added for no reason or to make the plot seem dramatic. They were well entwined with the plot and the characters stories, and they really made me fall in love with the characters and the story even more. I nearly cried at a couple of points, and I definitely had tears welling up!

I also absolutely ADORED JJ and Bruce! Who doesn’t need gay dads in a story?!?!?! They were a fantastically fun addition to the story and showed the true power of love, acceptance, trust and honesty. They made the story feel utterly real, powerful, gorgeous and a lot of fun. Sassy characters are a must in stories like these. I loved the family theme throughout and felt it massively important to the story.

Here are some more small pointers of what I love:
- the romance. Slow burning, passionate, real, trusting, honest and so utterly sweet!
- the writing. The writing was brilliant. Straight to the point, fast paced, interesting, inspiring, funny, moving... I loved the way the author crafted this novel; it didn’t once feel heavy on filler content and the story kept itself moving at a really fantastic pace which I thoroughly loved.
- plot. Definitely, definitely a fantastic plot!

I just absolutely adored this. Definitely one of my favourites of 2018 without a doubt. It’s such a fantastic rom-com with characters that are brilliantly developed, excellently crafted, a romance that is out of this world, and a plot which keeps the reader on their toes. Ahhhh! It was wonderful.

Though the premise can seem like something you’ve read, I definitely found it unique, different and an endless bundle of fun! I enjoyed every moment and every page, and I really want a physical copy of it.

Thank you to NetGalley for providing me with an ARC in exchange for an honest review!