If there's one thing I absolutely adore in a book, as I've said before, it's a smart main character. Smart supporting characters too, but especially the main one, and Marisa fits the bill pretty well, as do her friends. She makes mistakes, sure, but isn't made out to be an idiot because of them. In some situations, she brinks on obliviousness, but never stupidity. She handles things well, but not unrealistically well, and it all turns out in the end. She's strong, whatever she may think, and she knows what she wants. Her relationship with her best friend is sweet, and realistic, which makes a nice combo. And don't let the seeming theme fool you. The cover and the info on the back and in the panel make it seem as though it should be Sarah Dessen. Wether you like her or not, know Susane Colasanti is a totally different author.
Plus, Marisa has stuff going on. She's not shallow, like so many heroins.(Fear not, I didn't see this problem in anything I've given a good review)
it's 300 pages, but an easy read.
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