I received an eARC of this book from NetGalley and the publisher in exchange for an honest review.

This worked better for me than The Trouble with Hating You, likely because it feels more personal. I also loved the madcap adventures of Isha and her younger cousin, Rohan; their bond is a highlight of the book, though it makes it feel less like a romance than some readers may expect. Isha's drunken behavior is mildly annoying but hilarious, and I appreciate that she learns from/deals with the consequences of her mistakes. Her flirtation with Thirst-Trap (aka, Tarik) is bumbling and funny--though, again, it features less heavily in the story than a typical romance.

If you're open to a coming-of-age story with an imperfect character and romantic elements, try this. If you're looking for a straight-up romance, skip it.