When you love someone, they become a part of who you are. They're in everything you do. They're in the air you breathe and the water you drink and the blood in your veins. Their touch stays on your skin and their voice stays in your ears and their thoughts stay in your mind. (Photo: cassandra jean)

The story is lyrical, breathtaking, and moves through you like the ocean. This is not an easy book. This isn't fun and romantic and cliche. But, it is important. It is probably one of the most important books I've read this year - maybe in the past decade. It is one I won't forget for a long time.