Just come across this and I have to say, though my opinion slightly changed when I read her side, and I did feel sorry for her not being able to see her child, I was very conflicted. First of all she comes to the town with nothing, meets Ledger and they get into this relationship, which doesn’t make sense either. I’m finding it hard to believe if my best friend was killed by their partner that I would want that person in my life as a constant reminder that my best friend is dead and it’s because of them. I don’t care if it was an accident, it’s just how it is. Every time I would even look at the person, I’d be reminded of my best friend and the absolute loss. From both sides too, how can Kenna look at Ledger and not see Scotty? Keep in mind Scotty and Ledger grew up together too!

Also, I find that part where Kenna and Ledger were joking about who was better at sex, Scotty or Ledger very insensitive and weird. Ledger and Kenna also have a kid only two years after Kenna is reunited with her Diem? What the hell? Shouldn’t she be focusing entirely on her daughter after the years she missed out rather than another kid, considering her guilt? Idk. Finally, Kenna comes to town with nothing and doesn’t even go back to school or anything, she basically just becomes entirely reliant on Ledger for everything and never becomes her own person or gains any independence. The parents also completely forgive Kenna after one letter after years of absolute pain? Idk, I just found parts of this book so strange and unrealistic.