"Thirteen Reasons Why" deserves all the hype. A young adult novel, it packs a mighty punch as it unravels the events leading up to the suicide of a high school girl. Hannah made a series of tapes prior to her suicide, naming names and letting people in her small town know exactly what part -- big or small -- they played in her ultimate decision and actions. 
 TRW is hard to put down, but hard to read as well. Most (but not all) of the thirteen reasons are seemingly small things: a rumor started, a mean-spirited list created, stealing a set of notes. But these events and small cruelties escalate until Hannah feels hopeless and beyond help. 
 I recommend this powerful book, and look forward to reading more by this author.