I loved curling up with this over the Holidays. Belle and Rafe are so cute together. They are a believable couple with all the family "drama" wrapped up in the story. It had great character development. I think many women her age will see themselves in Belle. We all worked too much out of college and found it difficult to put family "first" when we were starting out in our careers. Where was Rafe when I needed him?!?!? I also enjoyed an insight into the Portugese culture, especially around the holidays. I wish more authors would incorporate different cultures into their books. Love comes in many colors and cultures.