We continue to follow Johnny and Shannon as they navigate their relationship and life. 

Much like the first book, this one completely broke my heart but it put it back together. This book was gut-wrenchingly sad but filled with hope and possibility. 

Shannon's life is finally looking up, but her Father is on the run and that is always on the back of her mind. Her family is so broken and traumatized. The absolute unthinkable happens

when her father returns. Shannon and the children are justifiably terrified. Her psychopathic father has douced the house is gasoline and alcohol, even soaking her baby brother in it. His plan is to kill his entire family, but thanks for Johnny's quick thinking, all the children escape safely. Unfortunately, her mom perishes in the fire along with her dad.

The scene of the children and Shannon finding out about the fire and seeing Joey's reaction at the house absolutely crushed me. Absolutely devastating. 

Johnny's parents are the true heros of this book, they do not hesitate for a second to

take those children in to their home and hearts.  I loved seeing how much all the children changed and grew under with their love and attention. We got to see their personalities start to shine through.

Johnny and Shannon are so cute together, I absolutely adore them. They are from completely opposite worlds, but just click together perfectly. 

The friendships and side characters of this continued to be the star of the show. I am so excited to read Gibsie and Claire's book. I can't wait to see what will come of their relationship. 

I am also really excited to read Joey's books. He is so broken after having raise and protect his siblings, and mother really, from his abusive father. I was so happy to get that little glimpse of him

at Tommen at the end of the book.

Tropes: sports romance, found family, opposites attract