This. Freaking. Book. I knew as soon as I read the first sentence that this book would break my heart. But don’t all the best books do that? Don’t let that deter you from reading about Dave and Julia, two best friends who have started a list for high school about what never to do. But Dave has broken one of the nevers- Never fall in love with your best friend. When he and Julia decide to do the rest of the nevers on their list, including never dye your hair a bright color and never hook up with a teacher, they start to find out that maybe hiding away in high school wasn’t the right answer. During their senior year, they find themselves and each other, making you root for them the entire time. Whether you’re a fan of Alsaid’s work, a senior in high school yourself, or 25 years old, this book will resonate with you entirely. I read this book at a time in my life when I didn’t know I needed it, and was lucky enough to find some wisdom in its words. This is hands down one of the most realistic books about life I’ve ever read, and you just need to read it. The first third of the book is written in Dave’s perspective, the middle third is written in Julia’s, and the last third alternates between the two. I loved Julia’s sarcasm and her fierce independence, and I loved Dave’s humor and his loyalty. This book will make you cry, laugh, and FEEL. ALL. THE. FEELS, which in my opinion, is exactly what makes up every well written book. I know I say to read the books every time, but if you haven’t been following my advice, make this the one book that you do take away from my blog. Alsaid has also written Let’s Get Lost, and has a book coming out in April called North of Happy. Happy reading!
