This was one of those books. You know, the ones that cause you to chose reading over responsibilities. I had a plan Saturday morning and that plan did not include this book, but I got up too early and didn't feel like getting out of bed, and this book was in reach... next thing you know it's 9:30 and I haven't gotten anything done. 
 Lola and Cricket were quirky and fun. I also really liked the fact that they were normal. Not normal, normal, because Lola is anything but, but normal as in this story could happen anywhere, anytime, and nothing special is required (except a cute boy of course). Lola has these outrageous outfits that sound fun (though I'm definitely not brave enough to any of wear them) and cool wigs. She is a very confused girl, but really, who isn't at 17? 
 As much as I love the bad boys in books I really like the good boys as well and Cricket is the perfect example. He is sweet and funny and makes mistakes (and he blushes). He truly is the boy next door. 
 I really liked Max, her boyfriend in the beginning. Obviously since book wasn't about Max it was necessary for him to get all jerkish but I liked him anyway. Lola's two dad's were pretty cool, alternating freaking out about different things that Lola does. I even liked Norah, her "real" mom. 
 Overall I really enjoyed all the characters and Lola's journey of finding true love. I'm very much looking forward to reading Anna and the French Kiss. (I know that I'm doing this backwards, but they're companion novels, so it's ok.)