As a one time high school teacher, you give me some messed up kids trying to overcome a horrible situation and I'm going to just fall right down on my knees and let my heart bleed! I do read quite a bit of YA and I have to say I love this book because it took hardship to a whole new level. It wasn't typical YA, although it did remind me of another one of my favorite books (which I read a few times a year) and that is part of what made me love it I think.

It's usually the girl that I end up really endearing myself to and pulling for so much. Not this book. I felt for Echo, but she had resources and help. I loved her personality, but her man was my hero on so many levels in this book. Noah is the one that truly ripped my heart out. Of course, the manner in which the bad boy stoner deals with everyone and everything, including falling in love for the first time, is what sealed the deal on this one.

I will for sure read this book again!