Although I know it could never happen (too many parents wanting to shield their children), I think this book should be read by every teen out there. Yup, every single one.

With Clay as a guide, we find our way through Hannah's life and the reasons why she ultimately decided to end it all. Meeting Hannah through her cassette tapes was so heart wrenching. The raw emotion that emanates off these pages, both from Clay's point of view and Hannah's, is so beautiful and difficult at the same time.

I found myself so angry at Hannah for her choice, but also so angry at everyone else the story revolves around. It only takes one person, just one, to reach out. This story creates a need for each person who reads it to look deep down into their past and come to terms with what led you to this point. What has shaped you, to be you?

I'm sure this review is a bit broken and confusing, but only because that is how I feel after reading this book. Five stars without a doubt.