Bittersweet. Its different in the sense that its written from the guys POV. From tragedy to happiness to tragedy yet again, a lot gets covered in the 25 odd chapters. Chase's transformation from the derailed lifestyle of booze and drugs to the quarterback of the team happens fast. The falling-in-love part is also almost immediate. The whole thing seemed a little rushed for me. 
 You can still identify with the pain he is going through. Nikki too is a likeable character. 
 The main reason this book does not get half a star more (possibly even one) is cos it made me cry. I do not like books to make me sad. Having said that, am still glad I picked this up.