I guess it is true that the books are always better than the movies based of of them. 
 I loved this book. Honestly, Charlie is such a legend. Even though I could not relate to him in many ways, I could totally see the world from his eyes. Kudos to the author for creating a brilliantly realistic character. 
 Now over to SAM and Patrick..... Where do I start with these two?? They are so awesome, its funny. From their cigarrete breaks - to Sam giving Charlie his first kiss - to Patrick getting beaten up by Brad and his friends, and Charlie coming to his rescue - it was all a very nice experience as we saw how seniors and freshmen can actually be friends, while not giving a fuck about what others think. 
 I could talk a lot more about this book, but I feel like you have to read it to feel it. The story is wonderfully laid out and you will buzz through the pages like I did, and afterwards you will regret reading it all in one night because you would want this story to go on forever. 
 Thanks, Stephen Chbosky for an awesome read.