Overall Take:
Gorgeous special edition to match a wonderful story, buy yourself a copy
Star Rating:
4.5 Stars
Synopsis:
Eli has returned home to New Port Stephen as a new person. While he loves his family, they’re a lot to take in.
Just when he thinks things can’t get any more over the top, he bumps into his high school ex, Nick. Nick is not hotter than ever. Nick’s divorced and his world revolves around his daughter.
As the two start talking, they must decide if they want to leave the past in the past, or move on…together.
Thoughts:
This book did such a great job highlighting some very sexually diverse characters. I think that the issues highlighted were done tactfully and well. I loved that this was set around the holidays, and some real family issues were touched on and it made it feel real. It was nice to see how the characters dealt with some very real issues surrounding homophobia and transphobia. I find it sad that we are still struggling with issues like this as a society in the current day and age. Nick and Eli were a special couple, and I loved their journey. The way they listened and grew together was fabulous and real. Because they were willing to grow together the romance blossomed and grew into something amazing. The side characters were great, but Zoe was my favorite. I always get a kick out of fun side characters that help the main characters shine.
This was my first book by this author, but I can’t believe it! Where have I been? I can’t wait to read more.
I absolutely adored this book and hope you pick it up.
Thanks for my copy to:
The publisher @atriabook and @netgalley for the e-arc copy and @simon.audio for my audio copy. I had fun flipping back and forth.
My gorgeous special edition copy is from @afterlightbooks
Publication Date:
December 5, 2023
Page Length:
352 Pages
Availability:
Amazon Link: https://amzn.to/3tb4FXE
