A compelling romantic/drama that reveals a deep understanding of human nature. The desire to love and be loved sometimes clashes with the reality of a world that doesn't operate according to script. The characters are so real you will think you know them. Their ups and downs, triumphs and failures will ring true in a way that you can't help but relate. This book is anything but a tired re-telling of boy meets girl and lives happily ever after. While it has the sensitivity of deep love and true feelings, it does not shy away from the difficulties all relationships face. By doing that, the story rings true. You can't help but root for the protagonist, while also seeing the reality of flawed and sometimes evil people. Once you are into the arc of the story, you will not want to stop reading until you see how it all ends.