Overall, I enjoyed this book. The characters were likable and felt real. Some things did feel slightly exaggerated, like Emerson's extreme independence and determination not to rely on anyone else. It also felt slightly preachy at times with regards to feminism and women's empowerment. There were also some questionable language choices ("awkward AF"? really?). However, I did enjoy the story nd the world the authors built. I plan on continuing to read this series.