I am a sucker for an redemption arc and boy did we get one. 

This book is heavy and absolutely not for everyone. It's a though read but if you take it for what it is, an story about bullying gone wrong but also about actually growing up and learning and forgiving. Then you will enjoy this book. 

Both Charlie and Justin are broken but not broken beyond repair and that is why I felt like this could work. Even if thier past is heavy and dark the light both carry within themselves makes the journey easier. 

I could sit here and say why should Charlie forgive Justin for his harsh words, that nearly took Charlie's life? But than again who am I to decide how a person should or shouldn't react 10-15 odd years later when both of them have been through the wringer. I condemn bullying to the highest degree but I am also human enough to see when forgiveness should be given. And I think this is exactly what Charlie does. And I am happy he gave Justin a chance to better himself. Not just for his peace of mind but also for Justin's peace. Because man has he struggled, as we have seen in the Rebel Sky series. 

I am invested in Wild Heart Ranch now and I will need to read the rest of them soon.