What I Liked:
I appreciate the author’s choice to present Henry as neurodivergent character without a formal diagnosis. I think a lot of people will be able to relate to his struggles to pay attention, getting overwhelmed by sensory inputs, and mirroring others to try to appear normal. Regardless of whether he has a specific diagnosis, Henry is still a deeply complex character that was a joy to get to know in Daydream. Likewise, I think many readers will be able to Halle and her role as the family manager trying to keep things together and never rock the boat.
What Bothered Me:
I didn’t love the way things turned out with Halle’s family, but I am glad things got better for her.
Overall:
If you enjoyed Icebreaker and Wildfire, you should grab a copy of Daydream to continue on with the series. For others not familiar with the Maple Hills series, you should check it out if you like angsty new adult contemporary sport romance.
