Several chapters provide flashbacks of defining moments in Sloane and Lucian’s teenage years. How do the dual timelines impact the story, and how would the tone and structure of the novel be altered if flashbacks weren’t employed?

List three common romance tropes that Score uses. How are these tropes designed to develop the plot? Does the predictability of these frequently used patterns hinder the story in any way, or do they deepen reading enjoyment? Use specific examples from the text to support your analysis.

Compare and contrast Sloane and Kayla and hypothesize why Lucian decides to be with Sloane despite feeling the same pressure to protect her as he once did to protect his mother.