Noelle is no stranger to a tough life. She's neglected by her single mother, she's bullied a lot at school, and she has few friends. But with the help of a few newfound friends, and possibly even a friend who is something more, maybe Noelle can find the strength to keep holding on and stand up for herself. 
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 Soooooo this one was kinda complicated. I liked it... but at the same time I didn't. Some of it was really touching and emotional but other parts were flat and fake. Also. I found Noelle to be kind whiny and annoying and she made such stupid decisions. I get that what she was going through was really tough, but really? For example, she often complained that she was malnourished and never had enough to eat. She had a card that she could use to get cafeteria food for free, and yet she didn't use it because she didn't want to get teased. Instead she ate lettuce and mayo sandwiches, which she wad teased for. At least she could have gotten a good meal in, and she wouldn't have been teased anymore than she already was. And then she'd go waste money on the most unneccassary things like ice cream at the mall. 
 Another issue I had was Julian. He just wasn't... I don't know, interesting? Realistic? Going into the book I kind of expected him to always be there for Noelle and help het get through, but to me, he really didn't. This was more of Simon, whom I really wish was the love interest. He was so much fun, and he actually knew when Noelle needed someone and was always there for her. Julian was just...there. He didn't really help her, but them he kind of acted like he was all that and was always there for her. But he wasn't there when she needed him most. But do you know who was? Simon. I just didn't like Julian and I feel like I may have enjoyed the book more if he wasn't in it. 
 This book had a lot of potential, but I think it fell short. I feel like there are a lot of much better books out there with relatively similar storylines. I know that this author has a ton of books, but I'm honestly not sure if I have any interest in reading them. 
 In conclusion, this book was just okay, and I wouldn't necessarily recommend it.