This book hit on so many levels, and I LOVED it!! It was the best second chance romance I’ve read yet. Mainly, because the reason for the breakup was really good and didn’t rely on the typical tropes you often see.

Eva and Shane were magnetic, and their connection was raw and chemistry palpable from the very beginning. Their past was heart wrenching, and their brief time together was powerful. Their obstacles were realistic, and their communication and honesty with each other was beautiful.

The story was rich with representation and grounded in reality celebrating Black joy, culture, and art; highlighting the stark contrasts in our education system; and depicting what it’s like living with a chronic, invisible illness, and the emotional journey of sobriety. I loved the dual timelines, each taking place over seven days, and the way Tia wove them together was perfect.

All of the supporting characters—especially Eva’s daughter, Audre, and her best friend and editor, Cece—were colorful and a great comic relief for the heavier themes. Not to mention, they were integral to Eva and Shane’s story. I LOVED Audre so much, and I am making my plea right now for Tia to write her future story!!

This book was ALL THE FEELS! It was intense, heart wrenching, heartwarming, funny, romantic, sexy, and covered important themes. I didn’t want it to end! I HIGHLY recommend it, and I can’t wait to read more from Tia Williams!