Wow. Seriously. Wow. This one was monumental. It is incredibly honest and raw, addressing a very troublesome issue in current events and culture. Thomas does not shy away from realism. It makes for some occasionally uncomfortable reading, but it is oh so worth it. I was hesitant at first and it took me a few pages to really be okay with what I was reading...this one definitely fits the diverse reads category for me. However, once I got over my own issues, I could NOT put this down. This book is a very powerful narrative on a sensitive topic and I think that Thomas handles it fantastically. She doesn't make things overly pretty...doesn't make it some sort of fantasy outcome. She treats it as you would expect things to happen in real life. I can't say enough good about this book. Everyone should read this one.