3.5 Stars... Definitely not the authors best work - I am a super fan of Ms. Walters, however for me this one lacked connection until the very end!! It kept me engrossed but I never really "felt" until the last 10% or so... I am most definitely looking forward to the sequel and I hope my connection with the characters will sustain through the next book. I want so badly to love it!! The story is one that I am certain will touch some sore spots and enlighten others so for that it's worth the read! Happy reading!! College student Aubrey Duncan is looking forward to beginning an internship as an addiction counselor. After losing her sister to a drug overdose, Aubrey hopes to be able to help others to overcome their addictions. However, at the first counseling session, Aubrey meets Maxx Demelo and feels a strong attraction to him. Their relationship could have disastrous consequences for Aubrey and all she has worked hard to accomplish.Author Meredith Walters vividly portrays the effects of addiction on the lives of addicts, their families and friends in this gritty, realistic novel. For me, it was hard to put down.Thank you to Net Galley and Gallery Books for the opportunity to read the advanced copy of this book.
