The way I’m obsessed with Zack & Emilie…oh they’re just so good. These two are made for each other and have such chemistry from the beginning. I’m a sucker for some fake dating, especially if there’s a chance at an “it’s never been fake” moment. Cue the swooning. There’s such an ease between these two because they started out as such good friends, and their relationship progression felt so natural. Zack is v much a golden retriever boyfriend, and I’m here for it. I loved that he became such a safe space for Emilie. He shows up for her and is clearly down bad for her, even before he admits it. I adore Emilie and how sweet she is. My heart broke for what she’s been through with her family, and she felt so much more real with her mental health struggles. I fall more and more in love with Rachel’s work with each book, and this one was so sweet and captivating and I just loved it all. I absolutely devoured this one and couldn’t put it down. So good.

[ARC from Rachel in exchange for an honest review]