Scan barcode
bookwormingh's review
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Cress & Elias’ love story is an example of what it means to love someone for better or for worse. KC Mills did an amazing job showing how mental illness can be misunderstood and how people dealing with it can be loved and given a chance at living a beautiful life.
Overall this story had me emotional with how beautiful it was
Overall this story had me emotional with how beautiful it was
Content Warnings
Moderate: Cursing, Emotional abuse, Mental illness, Abandonment, Death, and Violence
Minor: Abortion and Miscarriage
dawnstrickland's review
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Trust, Loyalty, Respect, and Communication
I can't stop thinking about these characters! I absolutely loved the energy and determination from both Cress and Elias. This is a modern day marriage of convenience done right. Ms. Mills did a great job featuring a main character with a mental illness. The fact that Elias made his mental health a priority and was intentional in maintaining a strict regimen only endeared him to me on a deeper level. The loyalty and love that developed between Cress and Elias was a thing of beauty. The family business and drama heightened the stakes. I am already planning a re-read. This will definitely be one of my top reads of 2023!
I can't stop thinking about these characters! I absolutely loved the energy and determination from both Cress and Elias. This is a modern day marriage of convenience done right. Ms. Mills did a great job featuring a main character with a mental illness. The fact that Elias made his mental health a priority and was intentional in maintaining a strict regimen only endeared him to me on a deeper level. The loyalty and love that developed between Cress and Elias was a thing of beauty. The family business and drama heightened the stakes. I am already planning a re-read. This will definitely be one of my top reads of 2023!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Mental illness
Moderate: Emotional abuse, Gaslighting, Toxic relationship, and Medical trauma
Minor: Death and Suicidal thoughts
More...