Readers generally praise the book for its emotional depth, though some found technical flaws.
True to her reputation as the "Queen of Angst," Robinson focuses on heartbreak and the struggle for redemption. Critical Perspectives
The plot centers on , a businessman, and Paige Summers , his executive assistant. Their history is deeply complicated: ten years prior, they had a forbidden year-long affair that devastated Adrian’s brother, Cade—who was also Paige's best friend.
Paige is noted for her feistiness and for making Adrian work for her forgiveness.
The story uses dual first-person perspectives and frequently jumps between the present and flashbacks to their college years to explain their deep-seated hurt. Key Highlights & Tropes