I don't know if I view this as a serious read or just one of those books you read to fill time because you don't actually have the time to read something more intellectual or emotionally heavy. 
 I don't typically read very many contemporary novels but this one wasn't bad. It had a decent story even if at times predictable. The writing was good. The characters were likeable. 
 I can't say I devoted much emotionally to the characters or the book but I did enjoy that the ending wasn't exactly what I expected. Nice change of pace. 
 While I can't sing this books praises persay it wasn't a bad read. For the type of story it is, it is actually pretty good and I will be continuing on with the series.