This was my first Sarah Dessen book. I wasn't sure where to start, because she has many and they all seem to be good, so I just googled "Best Sarah Dessen book" and went from there! 
 I really loved this book. I felt so bad for Macy in the beginning. To have shouldered her burden alone... I couldn't have imagined it. But she grew, she changed and I loved it. Her new crew of friends were eclectic and quirky and fun. Kristy was wise, Bert was a little eccentric but awesome, Monica, even though she didn't say much was still a good friend, and Delia who was like the awesome aunt everyone should have. 
 And Wes. Oh Wes, you were simply extraordinary. I loved you and your few words. 
 If you haven't read Sarah Dessen before, this is a great one to start on. It's sweet and fun with just the right amount of sadness. You'll love getting to know Macy and the Wish Catering crew, along with Macy's sister Caroline.