This book is part romance, part finding yourself, and I really enjoyed it.

I related to Grace in a lot of ways, from not knowing how to go after what she really wanted to feeling like a failure because things in life didn’t line up quite the way they were supposed to, to feeling out of touch with her family. Watching her navigate through the ups and downs, mistakes and all, helped me provide myself with some grace and acceptance as well.

Grace has not always had the most supportive people in her life. Her mother seems a bit flighty and was not around as much when Grace was younger. Her two best friends are immensely supportive, but also have a lot of their own baggage and can’t always be what she needs. And her dad, well I have a lot of issues with her dad.

I’ve known a lot of career military men in my life and none of them have ever called their daughters by their last names, yes, many of them were strict and had high expectations, but none ever walked out of their daughter’s graduation ceremony. His behavior contributes so much to Grace’s insecurities, that even though there is some resolution between them in the end, I’m still angry about it.

Ultimately, Grace’s mom is there for her and they do build a stronger relationship between them. I am more forgiving of her, because she was there when Grace needed her.

And then there’s Yuki. I think she was perfect for Grace, no matter how crazy their meeting and wedding were. I’m glad that Grace went to her when she needed to get away and I really liked the relationship they were building together before Grace felt the need to run again. I think Yuki accepted Grace the way she was, but Grace just couldn’t accept herself.

Through a lot of hurt and uncertainty, Grace is able to come to terms with her relationships with her parents, mend fences, and accept a future that was different from the one she expected. And I’m happy that she got to keep all of the people she loved to help her do it.

Disclaimer: I received an eARC for review consideration though NetGalley, on behalf of the publisher. All thoughts and opinions are my own.