Written from Rae and Davis’s point of view, this small-town romance tugged at my heart-strings. We learn Rae had a thing for Davis as a teen and was crushed by an incident that happened. She fled Oregon for New York, and has recently returned to help her parents.

Davis is five years older than Rae and is troubled by things from his past. Including the look on a young teen’s face when she caught him in the library with another girl. When Rae returns home, she discovers her parents have befriended Davis, and he doesn’t even recognize her.

The tale that unfolds was filled with banter, undeniable heat and secrets. I loved learning about both Davis and Rae as they navigated a romance that ran hot and cold, but never once did I doubt their feelings and emotions were genuine. Of course, a little communication would have gone a long way, but both have to experience growth and confront their own demons. Can they find their way, come to terms with the past and find happily ever after?

The tale touches on teenage crushes, depression, family dysfunction and healing. Through secondary characters, we get hints about the next story and I look forward to listening.

The narration was ok. Each read their point of view chapters. Alex narrated Davis’s chapters and Faith did Rae’s. Sometimes the voice sounded too similar. This was a dual narration and not my favorite. I prefer duet or full cast. This review was originally posted at Caffeinated Reviewer