I really really enjoyed this story. The only down side? I really really want to take a road trip to see these places that were mentioned in the book. We went on a road trip when I was either 9 or 10 years old and our destination was Minnesota from California. So of course, my trek was different than Amy's and Morgan Matson's trip. But I seriously recommend this. 
 (view spoiler)[ Amy Curry and her family are moving to Connecticut from California. A tragic event occurred and one of the family members is no longer with them. For reasons, you read about her mother is in Connecticut already and her brother is also not in California. Amy's mother comes up with a plan that Amy and her childhood friend Roger will carpool so he can spend time with his father and she can make the journey to Connecticut. The duo encounter bears, lawn animals, parties, a love story and more and learn about themselves on the way. I really really liked this story and the five stars is so deserved that's it is unbelievable. (hide spoiler)] 
 Yes to the first book read for #monthofmatson2016.