Going into Hopeless, I didn't think it would be as deep and emotional as it really was, and I think that's what I loved about it. That aspect sets Hopeless apart from all the others nowadays that share the same plot line. As I read, I connected deeply with the characters and even though I knew what was going to happen, seeing it all play out brought up powerful emotions. Colleen created such a great story about two long-lost friends with troubled pasts who learn to heal and come to terms with their issues together, all while falling in love in the purest of ways. 
 Sky is an interesting and fun character. I loved the banter and interactions between her and Holder. You could tell they clicked easily and the attraction was sizzling right from the start. I really liked all of the characters, actually. Six and Breckin, Sky's best friends, were hilarious and great sources of lightness and humor in an otherwise serious and emotional read. When you learn exactly why Sky seems to be so numb to everything, it really breaks your heart. Sky's past is pretty crazy, all things considered, and as the story unravels, I got a lot more than I expected, which is pretty amazing because it just made me love this story more. I swear, when I read glimpses of her past and what really happened to her, it stirred some serious emotions in me and I was riveted. 
 Hopeless will have you feeling a ton of emotions and get you seriously invested in these memorable characters. It will surprise you with its gripping tale of family, love, and trust and have you glued to the pages until the bittersweet end. I loved the way Colleen told the story, too, inserting bits of the character's past as Sky & Holder's relationship develops, so that the reader can learn and discover things as the characters do and get a better understanding of exactly what they went through. Hopeless was very well-written and I would highly recommend this to all readers.