I don't think I can write a proper review, no matter how much I wish I could, because this book deserves everything and more- just so I can be able to give back some of the happiness it gave me.
This was way too adorable for me to handle. I literally had to put the thing down a few times to be able to calm myself down and focus enough to continue reading.
I really loved book 1- it was such a pleasant surprise cause it exceeded my expectations. But this one, given how closer to my heart it felt (because, duh, it's about Alec!) this one was on a whole different level. I deeply enjoyed getting into Alec's head (along with Felicity, because this was in her pov, obviously). He was my favorite in book 1 as well and I was over the damn moon when I found that book 2 would have him in focus. I loved getting to know him better, to get a glimpse both into his personality and into the intricate ways of his life (I found the bits about his relationship with his father super interesting, I wish there could have been a bit more depth to it, but I get that it wasn't possible, since this, again, was from Felicity's pov so I'm not going to complain anyway).
Felicity's character was really amazing as well, and she had a whole mess of family drama of her own, and I enjoyed seeing her deal with all the situations thrown her way- both with her family, and her group of friends- in a graceful, but still realistic manner. She was a character I definitely enjoyed reading about. Also, Asha and Boomer were entertaining side characters (although Asha was a bit annoying sometimes).
I'm constantly in awe of Ali Novak's way of writing all kinds of complex relationships and family dynamics. That's one of the aspects that makes this reading experience the richer for me. Also her characters are incredibly relatable, no matter how "distant" they feel from one's reality.
I just love, love, loooooooooooooved this so damn much. Honestly can't wait to read more.