This book had a bit of a slow start but a strong finish. I became easily invested in the women who each have a POV. I wish the two men had been given one too since their stories were a little thin. There were a few flashback chapters that took me out of the story, and sometimes I had trouble following the timeline- especially with Andrew whose love felt a little too insta and intense- but I guess sometimes that does happen. I really enjoyed Halsey’s plot line though sometimes it was difficult to read. None of the characters are particularly likeable, but I thought Liz Parker did a good job showing their backstories, the challenges they face, and how they overcome them. On the whole, I thought this was a great look at family dynamics and I definitely wanted to know what would happen.

Note: I couldn’t quite figure this out before reading so let me say clearly here: there IS a queer storyline.

Short summary: Five cousins are left 150 acres in Stowe, VT and must figure out whether to sell the land or keep it and how to do so.

Thanks to Netgalley and Lake Union Publishing. ARC exchanged for an honest review.

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