Stop what you're doing right now because you need to read this book. Colleen Hoover's Hopeless will leave you feeling so many things by the time you're done reading: raw, speechless, breathless, and addicted. I had no idea what to expect when I started reading this novel, but it utterly blew me away. There are only a select few books that make me speechless, but this is one of them. It is so beautifully written that no words will do Ms. Hoover justice. You simply need to read the gorgeous words yourself. 
 Now anyone who knows me knows that I am a quote freak. I find quotes anywhere and everywhere, especially books. And honestly, this book is never-ending in the quote department. You could literally use every single word in this novel, and it fits perfectly into something in your life. One of my favorites is this because of how truly perfect and accurate it is. 
 "And while I could sit here and feel sorry for myself, wondering why all of this happened to me..I'm not going to do it. I'm not going to wish for a perfect life. The things that knock you down in life are tests, forcing you to make a choice between giving in and remaining on the ground or wiping the dirt off and standing up even taller than you did before you were knocked down. I'm choosing to stand taller. I'll probably get kicked down a few more times before this life is through with me, but I can guarantee you I'll never stay on the ground." 
 Tell me that's not perfect! I mean, how do you even write something better than that! 
 One of my favorite aspects of this novel was the characters. They are incredibly real and relatable, never once feeling fake or boring. I was glued to the page, waiting and longing to find out what both Sky and Holder's backstory was. I tried putting things together, and even though I had it somewhat figured out, I never could have guessed the huge twist that Ms. Hoover threw at us. Sky, who was hilarious and new to technology had me crying and laughing throughout the entire story. I loved her introduction and confusion over technology, but I loved how strong she was even if she didn't think it herself. She was brave, and most importantly she was different. I honestly have never read a character like her. Holder, is quite simply amazing! I fell in love with him after his introduction, and he stays in your heart. Holder is charismatic, sexy, intense, the list goes on and on. What was even better is that as you read the story, you experience the same emotions that each of the characters deals with. You experience the ups and the downs, the terrible, terrible truths that are revealed, and the love that blossoms between them. However, even though Sky falls for Holder right away, it's not insta-love. And can I get an AMEN for that!!! Their relationship takes place over several months, growing like a typical whirlwind romance. And when you find out just how far back their relationship actually goes, well you start sobbing your heart out. Finally, I loved loved loved Breckin and Six. They were great additions that added humor and friendship to the story, and every single person should have friends like these in their life. 
 Another thing that I absolutely adored about this book was that it reminded me of some very important things. This is a story about loss, love, tragedy, and hope. It reminded me that we have to go through these things to experience these things to live. Contrary to the title, this book doesn't leave you hopeless. It gives you hope that things in your life will get better because if you have faith and hope, and believe in yourself, then the world will open up before your eyes. You'll start seeing the beauty in the things around you, and you'll realize that certain people in your life will always help and pick you up when you fall, when you can't get up yourself. This book reminds you of the importance of feeling. Feeling every emotion that makes us human is okay, and should never be pushed down. And when life is coming too fast, as it so often does, well it's okay to take a chapter break. Because who among us doesn't need one now and then. This novel reminds us all to slow down, and not rush through life. And then there's that magical moment when the title makes sense, and tears stream down your face, and things fall into place. 
 Take my advice, read this novel now. You won't regret a single minute of it. By the time you're done reading, you take away so much more than a story. These characters penetrate your soul, and the lessons you learn stick with you for a long time. Besides everything I mentioned above, you learn that sometimes all we need to do is let things out, or just listen to someone who needs to talk. Finally, we learn that sometimes even the simplest questions, have the hardest answers, and that's okay because eventually, somehow, some way, we'll find those answers. Savor this novel, take the time to read it, and think about it afterward. You won't be disappointed by this novel, and after your done, you'll long to read it all over again. 
 And that last chapter...let's just say that if you think you're done crying, like I thought I was, those tears will spring right back up when you read that last line. Happy reading :) 
 5 bajillon stars!