I've not read the first two books of this series but the last one, I thoroughly enjoyed. This fourth book tho, is perhaps my favorite between the two because I'm just full-on in love with the characters onset of the story. 
 I love Levi! I mean, I love everything about his character! He's funny and just about the most adorable ever! I also felt his sadness over his loss. I feel all of the swirling emotions inside of him while he was traversing the Appalachian Trail with Thad. 
 Thad is a bit of a mystery at first. I loved the broody, big, badass image. He's the best book boyfriend ever. Add the fact that he's practically celibate. Hah! I think that made him even hotter in my head. Say, search demisexual. I'm not exactly sure about it yet but let's just say that he's the kind of boyfriend you'd want to introduce to your mama. 
 Both characters, Levi and Thad have experienced great loss. The pain is bleeding from them and when they found each other while hiking the Appalachian trail, the two found solace. Thad tho, is keeping a secret that may break the bond they have formed while on the trail. Will Levi be able to get over it? Will their love be able to heal the overexposed wounds in their hearts? 
 The story definitely has more angst than the other three books I've read from the author and definitely more mature than the third book off the series. Perhaps, because the characters are older and has more worldly experiences. I loved that their baggage didn't drag the story. It was a steady story with a very steady conflict. Reading was continuous, a bit fast in the end but nevertheless very satisfying. It looks like this is the last from the series which is a shame really because I would love to see Matty's redemption. In any case, this book is definitely a must-read for everyone who loves a good angsty romance. It being a gay one is a bonus, methinks. :) 
 Rating: 5 out of 5 stars