4.5 stars!! This was a wonderful story about how difficult it is to move forward and how, sometimes, you need someone who believes you can almost more than you believe it yourself. It's a book about healing and a book about love...and, honestly, you can't ask for more than that. I loved both of the main characters in this book. 
 Rowe had an inner strength that propelled her forward even after tragedy had taken over her life. She wants desperately to look to the future and, even in difficult times, keeps her focus. Nate is the perfect book boyfriend. He's patient, kind, committed and swoony. It's not often that we meet a guy who wants a relationship, not just a hookup, and who's willing to work hard for it. His kindness towards Rowe and his desire to be there for her melted my heart over and over again! 
 The secondary characters were great as well. I especially loved Ty, Nate's brother. His humor was infectious and the banter between the boys was great. I loved his strength and I'm happy that Ty will eventually have his own story. I know there will be lots to uncover about him and I'm pretty sure there will be some fussy-fuss involved (read the book and this will make sense)! :) I must admit that I was quite angry at Rowe's parents for putting Nate in a specific situation which I can't devuldge at this time and I know that you'll feel the same when you read it. I was so proud of Nate for doing what he felt was best for Rowe, even when it could cost him everything. Once again, he made me swoon! 
 This is a story filled with emotions that run the gambit from happiness to sadness, from frustration to joy, from heartbreak to passion...and back again. This was a quick read...or maybe I just read it quickly because I couldn't put it down. Either way, give it a try, I think you might enjoy it!