This story seemed forced. Which is ironic considering the subject matter. What, is that callous? I don't really think so.... 
 I understood the situation that the author wanted to presented; peer pressure and trying to fit in so badly that your judgment is clouded, even the idea that it can be taken as far as Arthur took it. This is all very serious subject matter that, despite my bad joke, should not be taken lightly. What bothered me more about this book were the reactions that the characters seem to have to these serious situations. 
 Was Ahhhnee's (ugh with the over pronunciation of the name already) fiance so elitist that he couldn't be there for his soon to be wife. And yes I understand that Ani was using him as a facade of what a perfect life she has now. 
 Why did Ani's parents seem to hate her so much? Especially her father? 
 Ani's relationship with Andrew, her former teacher, seemed completely contrived. Did the author simply want there to be love triangle (if you would even call it that) when he was reintroduced as an adult figure. 
 What was the reason for having Ani wanting to have an affair with him? I didn't see its purpose. 
 I will say I was surprised at the turn that this book took when Arthur decided to take things to the extreme. It was intriguing, but it didn't seem to fit with the story she was telling. For some reason, after this big event was revealed, I still wanted and thought there would be another twist that never occurred. If I missed something please comment and let me know because despite my unfavorable review I would like to know. If your answer is that she would have taken care of Dean before Arthur, I don't really see that as a big twist. 
 It seems that people are trying to stand on the shoulders of other authors and use a template of craziness instead of coming up with their own ideas. I did enjoy Gone Girl and I am sick of being swindled into thinking that I am going to find the next big thing. It seems that I have run into some bad luck with my novel choices of late and maybe I should be pointing the finger at my own selections rather than what I am reading.