While I may have had problems with Collide, I absolutely LOVED Spiral. We were introduced to Eli in Collide, so we already knew about his caring yet standoffish behavior. What Bal did right in this one was showing that, like Summer, he had been burned by his past and was overprotective because of the hoops and drama the media put him through. Unlike Summer, he was mindful of his actions and quick to correct a callous statement. He took Sage’s feelings into account and, even while keeping himself guarded, was exactly what she needed him to be. That man deserves a gold medal for restraint – I mean, a standing ovation for self-control!

The story itself was a page-turner. Sage was relatable, funny, quick-witted, and an absolute joy to read. You could see her heart at all times, caring for those around her whether they wanted her to or not. BUT she also knew her worth and would put you in your place in a second. I loved that Eli and Aiden lived together because that meant we got a little more of Aiden Crawford (who I absolutely adored from Collide) and the rest of the gang when they texted or dropped by for a visit.

I was pleasantly surprised by how many layers this story had and just how deep it went. I finished before I knew it! At this point, I am on pins and needles waiting for Revolve (book three in the series).