This was my second Colleen Hoover book, and it was insanely better than the first one I picked up ( Hopeless ). 
 The two main characters, Owen and Auburn, were definitely a much better pair to root for than Sky and Holder from Hopeless. The supporting characters were surprisingly well-thought-out, particularly Trey, Auburn's "brother-in-law." The writing style was definitely a bit more fluid, which was a plus. I had some issues with it, particularly this instance of slut shaming at the beginning of the novel: 
 What the hell am I doing? I don't do this kind of thing. I don't invite guys into my home. Texas is turning me into a whore. 
 What time period is this supposed to take place in? I didn't know that, in 2015, people are supposed to think single females who invite single males into their homes are dirty whores. Good to know. 
 After reading (and HATING) Hopeless, I wasn't planning on reading more of Hoover's work. However, Confess changed that opinion, and I'll eventually try to find more Hoover books at my local used bookstores and library!