Hello. You don't know me, but you may know me under some other names I've left reviews under, first as "Guest" and later as "A loyal reader". I made this account just to make this review so that you could reply to it if you read it. Please do, even if it's just acknowledgement of having read my review, because just knowing that you know how much I loved this story would make my day.

What an absolute journey this has been. It feels weird having finally finished this story after - literally - all these years. Looking back at my previous reviews tells me I first started reading this story almost 6 years ago, in January 2017. I restarted reading from the beginning twice, first in 2020 and then again this year, and every time I reread those first chapters I appreciated it even more. But now, I've finally finished it, and it fills me with so many feelings. I'm sad that there isn't more, but what an amazing ending. I almost teared up a bit. Everything felt earned, not some cheap happy ending that goes against the rest of the story. Everything in this story fits together so perfectly. The characters are so enticing, it took me too long to realize just how interesting of a protagonist Liam actually is. So deeply flawed, but so understandable and, in indirect ways, relatable. I love what a beautiful way with words you have, without it feeling out of character for a drunk college student. I loved small things, like the use of colors to describe kisses, or how every character has a signature style of texting. I loved the funny beats, the fits of despair, the intoxicated ramblings, the joy of those final chapters. I have been through an emotional journey with these characters.

I don't want to sound dramatic, but this story has changed me in multiple ways, as a writer and as a person. I guess that's what happens when you start reading a story as a 15 year old and only finish it when you're 21. As someone who doesn't actually read for leisure that much, I can't recall the last time I got as invested in a book as I got in this story. I will absolutely be reading your other story, Broken Carts, at some point, because I really love your writing style and if it's even half as good as this story it's going to be a great read. How else am I going to fill the void finishing this story has left? What else am I going to do on my weekly train rides if I can't read this anymore?

Wow! The whole time I was reading this story, I felt like I was re-experiencing my life in college, except in some alternate parallel universe. Thanks so much for seeing this through to the end. I really enjoyed it. You are a very talented writer.

Ouch. This hits way too close to home. I may not have much experience when it comes to excessive alcohol and drug use, but the struggles of crushing on your (probably straight) friend and grasping onto every little thing that gives you hope despite the fact that you know it's wishful thinking and that it will destroy you if you keep going like this... Yeah, I'm all too familiar with that. Once again, the way you wrote it out is just perfect. It felt like it was happening to me.

Oh man I can't get over how amazingly this story is written. Like honestly, I know the general subject matter of your stories isn't the most suitable for "real books" but you should really consider releasing something professionally.

By the way I love what you did with Ava. She could easily have been written as "Good riddance, now Finn is single and available" but she's a great character.

Man, I remember reading this years ago until you stopped updating and now I return to see you have completed it. I'm now going to reread it completely and honestly I forgot how well-written this was. Hats off to you.

I remember reading this months ago. And still, as I reread it again, I can't help refalling in love with the story.

Thank you for finishing this story. I got so invested in it would've died if you had left it unfinished. It was amazing from start to end. The character development was so on point. There wasn't a single character that I hated. Anyways, thanks for this story and keep writing. xox

What a truly fantastic story. It’s obvious how long these characters have been hanging out in your head, because they’re each so beautifully flawed and infuriating and relatable. The pacing is what really got me- I have no idea how you’re able to pull that off so exceptionally in a serialized work. Really, really amazing I never take comments too seriously if they don’t try to give some feedback (and I want you to believe me when I say that this is the most captivating college-snapshot piece I’ve read in a really long time, if ever), so if anything seemed a bit forced it might have been some moments with Adelis- he was such a wonderful comic-relief most of the time, and just sometimes seemed slightly hammy, such as in the lockdown scene. And that’s the only thing I could possibly comment on, because everything else just left me smiling stupidly or wondering how the hell you did what you did or crying over these characters as if they were my own stupid college friends.
Thanks for the wonderful read! I’m on to read your other works now :) keep up the wonderful work!

Oh my God, this chapter broke my fucking heart. I can't express how much I adore Hadds and I'm praying it's him in the end. Liam needs to realize what's right there in front of him, what he has that makes him feel. He's yearning for something obscure. He's never even been with Finn, not really, and he's so focused on the soulmate thing that he never even gave Hadds a chance with emotion. Hadds is, one hundred and fifty percent, my favorite character. And all I want is for him to be happy. Thanks so much for sharing this beautiful story! I'm gonna keep on hoping it's Liam and Harrison in the end.

It was so bittersweet but I’m glad this story had a conclusion. I know I’m going to miss these characters. I wish we could see Liam and Finn together as a couple but it feels right to end it where you did. Looking forward to catching up on Broken Carts and reading your future works.

I suddenly realized... Do these guys ever do something that is remotely related to studying or attending classes? Or do they just get kissed, drunk and laid all the time?
Anyway, more important stuff is going on. Did Marcello really lie just to sleep with Liam? Will Adelis find out? (Let's hope he doesn't for Liam's sake)
I look forward to the next one!

You know, Liam and Marcello would probably make a good couple, but I refuse to give up on Liam and Finn. I mean, finally there are some signs that there might be hope.

Ohhhhhh shiiiiit. Damn, I knew that was coming. I hope for Liams sake though that adelis is playing some prank on him., damn, unlikely tho. Well can't wait to read the fallout. hope you update soon.

Pleasepleaseplease be a little quicker with the updates

So happy to see an update! The plot thickens! I feel kind of sad that Liam slept with Mar, it kind of cheapens him I think? He's character is becoming a little wishy washy even with his feelings for Finn. There's something budding between the clearly but he doesn't have the balls to address it.

I look forward to more!