5++ mega stars for a beautiful author and a heart shattering, gut wrenching, soul consuming story 
 I wish there was a way to adequately explain how much I adored this book. Never in my life have I cried so much over a book, movie or anything that wasn't real life and happening to me or someone I loved. Tillie Cole, I truly, from the bottom of my heart, want to thank you for sharing this story with us. 
 If you read the beginning of the book before Cole starts the story of Austin and Lexi, she explains that she shared the same demons Lexi faces. I don't know if that's what made this so much harder to get through or not but I broke down so many times that I considered not finishing it. Maybe I'm super emotional right now or something, I just don't know, but I am so, so glad I pushed through. This is a story that was meant to be told. 
 I've read a few negative reviews about how depressing this was, but it's real. Even Austin broke my heart multiple times! Wow, this couple! They were everything and more in my eyes. 
 I wish this book was G rated so young teens could read it and draw strength from this author. Good grief, I drew strength from it! 
 I recommend this to everyone. It's tough and gritty but it's so real. Doomed love being redeemed at it's finest. These are a few of the quotes that left me with tears running down my face. There are probably better quotes but these are what meant something to me. 
 "Closing my eyes I let the voice's words seep into my mind. It was always there for me. Always making me feel wanted, giving me a purpose." Lexi 
 "I ran my hands through my hair in a panic, and as I pulled my hand down, a clump of hair came out in my hand. When this first happened, I recoiled in shock. Now it made me happy. 
 I was so close to perfection." Lexi 
 "It's already done with. It was the moment I walked into this place and saw my soul mate laying on that hospital bed." Austin 
 "All of this started with the rejection of a boy I liked... I want it to end with the acceptance of the boy I love." Lexi