I was a big fan of the first book with these characters, Out on a Limb, so I decided to give this book a try too! It was very cute, and I loved seeing these characters again but in a more vulnerable and real light. I think the book adequately captures the ebbs and flows of misunderstandings in relationships and does a good job highlighting the struggle of looking inward and being honest with oneself. I feel that this book focuses more on Sarah's reflection on the expectations she had for herself, and does not necessarily feel like two people 'falling back in love'. The entire story you could feel the love the two characters had for each other, and it truly felt like the book was about them learning to communicate better and realize they did not need to follow the same routine (and fill roles) they did when they first started dating as teenagers. It was sweet, thought provoking, and a joy to see some wonderful characters again in a new story.

this was a very interesting book! I really loved how fast paced it was and how quickly I became invested in what was going to happen to these two sisters. Their strong bond was very fascinating and continuously challenges the reader to really think about the length one would go to support a sibling. it was even frustrating at times. I feel that the story intentionally does not answer every question in the end and leaves it open ended for how consequences sometimes show up in different ways for different people. I overall loved the writing and found it difficult to put down but would not recommend it to mystery readers who enjoy many twists.

what a beautiful book! this story felt both healing and exciting to read. I loved the dual perspectives and the depth of the characters as they grew and found love within themselves and with others. this book felt like a giant hug. anyone who has felt grief and loss will appreciate this story that both honors grieving but also shows how well people can heal, keep moving, and find ways to feel love again. I will recommend it to other readers always. a book that I feel will be a classic one day. my only wish was that there were more Marcellus chapters. if you like to read, you will like this book. :)