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 I think I missed something based on all of the amazing reviews and hype this book has. I am so conflicted about this book. It is beautifully written so I was frequently reading wayyy past my bedtime. The plot itself is very interesting- sort of like "Eternal Sunshine" (awesome movie) but with more diversity and teens. The idea of erasing memories is really interesting and I really dug the concept. But that's where I start to have major issues. Aaron was, frankly, kind of a dick. He came across as rather selfish and inconsiderate. There were times he would think mean/hurtful things but never feel any remorse for it; I think most people think an awful thought and then sort of apologize for thinking it (ie 'I feel bad thinking this but he's an idiot.') And the whole reaction to Thomas not being gay bothered me so much. Aaron has a hunch his friend is gay, he has a crush on the guy, they get along great. Thomas says multiple times "nope, I'm straight," but Aaron always is convinced that he doesn't know what he's saying or that he'll eventually realize that he's gay and wants to date Aaron. Hmmm, maybe not and try to move on? Aaron goes on to semi-blame Thomas for his second depressive state, which is awful and also unrealistic as heck. Actually, a lot of the issues with mental illness were unrealistic or handled poorly. 
 So 3 stars because I read through it fairly quickly and thought it was pretty good but I had issues with the story so I didn't love this book. Not sure I would recommend this title.