This book was definitely a different pace from the type of books that I was essentially accustomed to reading. It's definitely slower, but the pace that Lisa Wingate has set the book in is perfect as you're virtually able to enjoy the finer details in the setting; almost like watching a work of art being done in slow motion and you're able to see the entire thing unfold before your own eyes. I adored the book! The letters being woven throughout the pages was powerful; as was the story that they revealed behind each word. The characters were believable, relatable, and more often than not, you were able to sympathize with them despite whatever situation they're in. I absolutely adored Joel; I wanted to snug him up in a blanket and keep him safe forever - same for the dog that Whitney's father had taken in! All in all, this book was a fantastic read and I'm only sorry that I'd only read the third one because now I have to go hunt down the first two!