I really connected to Maisy as a heroine. Her quiet strength, her protectiveness over her son, and the way she rebuilt her life piece by piece felt grounded and real. The inn itself felt symbolic of that rebuilding, and I loved how much care and identity she poured into it. Reading her moments of softness and hesitation made me slow down and really sit with her emotions.
Hunter worked for me emotionally, even when I struggled with some of his choices. I appreciated that he wasn’t written as overly smooth or perfect. His hesitation, his guilt, and the weight he carried added to the tension of the story, though there were moments where I wished certain conversations had happened sooner. Still, when they did come, they landed with impact and made the emotional payoff feel earned rather than rushed.
What held this back from being a full five stars for me was the suspense element. While it added tension, parts of it felt a little predictable, and I was more invested in the emotional journey than the mystery itself. That said, the heart of the story, healing from trauma, choosing trust again, and building something lasting, was strong enough that I genuinely enjoyed the experience and closed the book feeling satisfied, reflective, and a little tender.
★★★★
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