This was a super fun read that tugged at my heartstrings several times. I enjoyed the plot and really loved the characters!

Darcy thinks she knows exactly what she wants and believes that she is comfortable in her skin, but she is forced to really question her identity, as well, as her choices, as the story progresses. In the whole, Darcy is a likeable character and has good intentions, but she tends to make snap judgements about people (especially Brougham and Ray) and doesn’t always take other people’s feelings into account.

At first glance, Brougham appears to be egotistical, aloof and rather conceited. But as you dig deeper, there is a whole lot more to Alexander Brougham than meets the eye. He is incredibly loyal to his friends, open-minded, supportive, and really sweet. And he’s been hurt a lot by those that are supposed to care for him, so he hides behind walls you have to scale to find the real Brougham.

Brooke is Darcy’s best friend, she is sweet and flirty, super smart, but also a little shy. Until she learns something that Darcy has done behind her back that could ruin their friendship forever.

Darcy’s sister Ainsley always has her back and is really there for her no matter what. That have an exceptionally close sister-bond that I really almost envied. Ainsley is quirky and sweet and would really do just about anything for Darcy.

While Finn isn’t a main character, I decided to include him here because I felt he played a big role in both Darcy & Brougham’s lives. He’s Brougham’s best friend, but also moves in Darcy’s world as a friend as well. And he is incredibly supportive to both of them. When Darcy’s world collapses, he is one of the people who is there for her.

Ray, aka Reina, is somewhat Darcy’s nemesis, and through Darcy’s actions, she becomes more of a nemesis. On the surface she appears conceited, brash, and as though she thinks she’s better than everyone else. But, like everyone, Ray has her own insecurities and soft spots too.

This book covers some important LGBTQ issues, including Bi-erasure. All of the lead characters listed above, except for Brougham, are queer, and that plays a big role in the story line. I liked how the storyline progressed, touching on issues without making it feel like the author was trying to highlight it with big neon lights. That is to say, it fit the story perfectly.

I loved, loved, loved this story and can’t wait for the next Sophie Gonzales book!

Disclaimer: I received an eARC of this book through NetGalley and the publisher {St. Martin’s Press} in exchange for an honest review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.