Waffling between a three and a four here... I loved it, I really did. But the author is also an internet friend of mine. :D Maybe I'm biased? Here's the thing. The writing could certainly be improved. There were times where I was a little confused as to what was happening or why a character was reacting a certain way (although to be honest, that might be in part to my bad habit of skimming/reading way too fast). Still, I absolutely adore the characters. My main problem was that we didn't get enough. AGH. More Tinsley PLEASE!!!! D: I was hooked the entire time, which doesn't always happen. That's good. I guess in summary, you should absolutely go and read it, this is Nicole's first book and I'm super proud of what she made! But, don't expect perfection. Do, however, expect to love the characters and cry. A lot. ;)