Let’s process. Did I enjoy this book, yes I did! Did I see myself in each of the characters, yes i did. I also enjoyed the pace, the writing for the most part, and the storyline development. What I think could have been done better was the on page cultivation of Frankie and Cash’s relationship. I would have also loved to have seen Glory seek counseling because she had just as much trauma to unpack as Frankie did. And I wish the smex even in its frequency would have been more consistent in attention and detail. Not every scene needed to be but the first few set a precedent that wasn’t followed through on in a way that was as satisfying. Now do I think this story is for everyone?? No! Glory is a very special FMC and a lot of things about her especially in the beginning of this story is going to make a lot of readers uncomfortable. Also this is a little more women’s fiction than romance.  Because the story is about the trails and tribulations, the process, the starts and stops of people learning and growing through love. So there isn’t the same tension and build up to the HEA, not in the typical romance formula. But for me the way everyone was loved on, validated, and cared for was amazing to read. So much about this story spoke to the things many of us, self included want for ourselves. But I enjoyed the sort of in-depth look at the relationship and personal growth. The preview at the end makes me glad I picked this book right as Burry The Hatchette (cute and creative title btw) is releasing!