COMPLETELY ADDICTED!! Stayed up til 5am finishing this book! I needddddd 486 books. in this universe pronto💕 This is unequivocally my TOP favorite book of the year! I read it feverishly (as soon as i downloaded the copy on to my kindle) and I haven’t stopped thinking about ALL the characters since finishing the last page. Genius 10/10 NO NOTES! I ABSOLUTELY LOVE THIS AUTHOR’S VOICE AND WILL READ ANY AND EVERYTHING TO COME!

I can’t wait for other people to read this book. It’s so enjoyable. The pacing was good and so was the premise and I loved that there was bi representation and Black love in the same story. I was rooting for Stella & Max.

This book was such a bold, vibrant surprise. Stella is the kind of heroine I don’t see nearly enough. She’s smart, awkward, self-aware in the most endearing way, and watching her step into her own power was incredibly satisfying. Every fumbling, chaotic, vulnerable moment just made her feel that much more real. The romance had this amazing tension that never felt forced. Max is charming and intense in all the right ways, but what I loved most was the way they challenged each other. There’s undeniable chemistry, but also friction and vulnerability and that slow, hard-earned trust. I loved the way it explored intimacy and identity with so much nuance and heart. I loved it.

This book hit me in all the right places. Stella’s journey is raw, funny, and so refreshingly honest about finding yourself later than expected and daring to take chances on love and life. I loved how the author portrayed her hesitation and vulnerability without shying away from the humor and awkwardness that comes with those first big steps. It felt so real and human. The romance with Max is electric but also deeply grounded. Their chemistry sparked off every page, fueled by shared experiences and a genuine connection that went beyond surface attraction. I appreciated how their identities and shared cultural background added layers of depth and warmth to their relationship without ever feeling forced or tokenised. The writing is sharp, with a perfect mix of witty banter and tender moments that made me laugh, swoon, and even reflect.