Normally I tend to enjoy books because of how relatable the characters are, but this one's different. I find this book powerful.
Personally, I think we shouldn't romanticize this book because yes, there is romance but there is more depth to the story. There is violence, …more domestic abuse, and attempted rape. These sound horrible and they are. They happen to a lot of people, so romanticizing this book means romanticizing abuse and that's very very alarming.

On another note, I find the characters in this book really interesting. Like Lily is one of the best characters I have ever read about. I loved the way how imperfect, independent, strong, and emotional she is. Also loved Allysa and the friendship between Lily and Alyssa. The romance part in the book was good and Atlas is where I fell for this book. The diary entries about the love they shared when they were young are impeccable.

I know the book ended how it should have ended, but I was hoping that Ryle would too get a happy ending. I know he was at fault but there is still a part of me that longs for a happy ending for him. But overall I loved this book and I can say that this book is by far my favourite book of Colleen Hoover. (less)