I really enjoyed the gentle love that was showcased between Angel and Iris. There was an understanding of sorts from their start that what they both needed was something unconditional, kind and meaningful, all things they both brought to the table during this book. Angel was in from the first moment he saw Iris and I was completely here for that. The book lost me a bit with the "forbiddenness" of it all, it just felt like there was not this simmering need between them that caused the tension to explode but instead, a couple of people who have been through a lot looking for solace in each other. In my opinion, the grief journey and the family matters of this book was done very well and my desire for more regarding tension did not pull me out of the story. I still was able to enjoy the love between these two and I was overjoyed to see them together, living their best life in the epilogue. I really enjoyed this series and I am excited to see what Kristina Forest brings next for her readers. She has a big fan in me!

Thank you to Netgalley and Berkey for an advanced copy of this story in exchange for my honest review!