I must say in a way I was expecting much more out of this book. So many people have read it and said it is so good, I had to wait 3 weeks to get it from the school library. I mean it was a good book, but still something was missing. Don't get me wrong I liked it, this book showed me the harsh reality of what happens when someone takes a worng turn and heads down the totally wrong path of partying, doing drugs, and thinking nothing of the future. I recommend this book only if you don't mind waiting for a couple of weeks to get it. lol.