I enjoyed this book, and especially loved that I did not predict the ending. But I also did not love the MC and got really annoyed with her over and over throughout the book. This made me really question my rating, but I ultimately went with 4 stars over 3.

The story is told from Lu’s POV as she navigates post-graduation summer. She has a lot going for her at the start of the summer, even after her boyfriend breaks up with her, but she sabotages all of it through the choices she makes. And she makes some really questionable choices.

We’ve all been through heartbreak, and can make some bad decisions as a result, but Lu’s obsession with Iris and Caleb is kind of weird. I also think it was kind of weird that they ended up befriending her. Especially based on her later actions.

Both Pete and Lu’s mom are incredibly supportive of her, but she continually pushes them away. She takes Pete for granted and basically ignores him most of the summer, even though he is going away to college soon. And then there’s Leo, who ultimately tries to give Lu what she wanted, but by that point she completely ignores him.

There is growth, and Lu does eventually get her act together, but it costs her a lot.

Disclaimer: I received an eARC of this book through Net Galley on behalf of the publisher for review consideration. All thoughts and opinions are my own.