Because that's the thing about change. It's so painfully normal. It's the most basic of all tragedies[...] And it's weird how I can know this, but it doesn't make it hurt less." 
 I read this book in a day. And it was delightful. I partially knew what was going to happen but I was thrilled to read it unfold regardless. 
 Molly's twin sister is falling in love for the first time. And all Molly has had are crushes and not even reciprocated crushes (that she knows of). Not even a single kiss. She feels like everyone is moving on without her and how can she possibly have crushes on two boys at once when one of them wears bright white sneakers (THE HORROR). But Molly realizes that what she thinks she wants isn't really what her hearts wants. And her sister may be spending a lot of time with her girlfriend but it doesn't mean the transition isn't weird for her either. Filled with witty moments, lots of heart, laughter, and family moments, this novel will sweep you away. 
 Albertalli's writing is wonderful. I honestly felt like I WAS Molly at times because the writing really got inside her head. Also, as a curvy girl, I totally relate HARDCORE to all of Molly's doubts & fears when they relate to dating and her body. 
 Molly's crushes were a bit over the top but that's probably the only bad thing I can say about this book. But you know what, I'm sure some people are going to relate hardcore to Molly's multiple crushes. 
 Albertalli perfectly describes those wonderful moments of liking someone but having the feelings come out of nowhere. 
 "And I don't know why I'm suddenly so breathless. I guess lungs are giant traitors. As are stomachs. As are heartbeats." 
 And she's just writes feelings that are SO INCREDIBLY RELATABLE. Like, I could BE Molly at times. Seriously. 
 "And oh. There's a lump in my throat. That's another thing about me. If someone says I'm sad, or asks me what's wrong, or tells me not to cry, it's like my body hears: NOW CRY. Like a command, even if I'm not actually sad. But maybe there are always tiny sad pieces inside me, waiting to be recognized and named. Maybe it's like that for everyone." 
 Everything does feel like the end of the world... or the beginning of the world when you're seventeen and I think Albertalli describes that perfectly. She writes teenagers how they really all. Flaws, obsessions, and all. 
 The character diversity was topnotch. And I enjoyed everyone's quirky personalities. There was really a great cast of characters. I'd love to read more about them. *hint hint nudge nudge* 
 I loved the pop culture references. To Lin. To Kimmy Schmidt. They made me smile. 
 "Maybe my company is even better than making out--which is pretty much my goal as a human being, honestly." 
 Is it sad that I haven't read Simon Vs. The Homo Sapiens Agenda yet? Probably. (But don't worry, I totally caught his cameo). It's on my list guys, I swear! 
 Anyway, read this book. Do it.