I love free verse books and Love and Leftovers is no exception. I was pleasantly surprised that another favorite of mine, which happens to be THE book that got me into verse novels, One of Those Hideous Books Where the Mother Dies, was listed as an inspiration for Love and Leftovers. 
 The words flowed really easily and it's a lighthearted, charming read. At first, I thought it'd be one of those chick lit books with no substance but our heroine, Marcie, learns a few tough lessons on love, family and friends. The book may have gone by quickly but the emotions were lasting. The feelings of loneliness, sadness and the moments of joy and freedom that Marcie felt, we all felt it too. 
 One particular reason I love this book so much is that it doesn't try to set up a love triangle. For a moment, it certainly does look like Marcie would be torn between 2 boys but I love how the writer works it around to have Marcie learning a thing or two about love. It was painful, realistic but at the same time, comforting and inspiring and I love it so much! 
 Definitely worth checking out!