Vibes by Amy Kathleen Ryan

     About the book: Nothing is beyond Kristi Carmichael's disdain--her hippie high school, her friend Jacob, her workaholic mom. Yet for all her attitude and her mind-reading abilities, Kristi has a vulnerable side. She can hear the thoughts of her fellow students, calling her fat and gross. She's hot for Gusty Peterson, one of the most popular guys in school, but of course, she's sure he thinks she is disgusting. And she's still mad at her father, who walked out on them two years ago. Soon, a school project brings her together with Gusty, her father comes home and drops a bombshell, and a friend comes out of the closet, and suddenly she is left doubting that she can read people at all. 
     Bitingly funny but ultimately poignant and positive, this YA novel is completely on the mark.

     Quote of the Book: “It's not fair that the gorgeous get more gorgeous when they're pissed, while the ugly only get more hideous. ” -Kristi Carmichael

     My thoughts and opinion: This was definitely one of those books I devoured through and wanted seconds. The characters, the events, the conflicts were all so great! I even like the cover! 
     I thought it was sarcastically funny and painfully annoying and joyfully happy. I loved Kristi's sarcasm and awesome ability to read minds, but I hated her stubbornness and her oblivion. She really made me laugh at some parts; it was great to read such a funny character. However, all throughout the book, whenever there was Gusty, I kept thinking, "SICK MEANS COOL!" 
     Speaking of, Gusty is now added on my favorite guy book characters list! Awkward and cowardly but gorgeous made both Kristi and me frustrated! I forgave him for being such a coward at the end of the book though. It was such a shame that it took that long for that to happen. Hahaha I'm being so vague. Also, I was really fond of the fact that he knew how to skate. 
     Poor Mallory. As I was reading, I understood how Mallory felt and it was heartbreaking to read about his pain and why did Kristi have to lead him on? 
     I disliked Kristi's father though. He is the worst father I have ever read. (That might change, but for now, yes.) I don't like it when people break promises and Kristi felt the same about her dad's promise to fix the special container. Her father was really conceited as well; I almost threw the book at the wall when he admitted that he was in love and he was meant to be a doctor. He's supposed to be Kristi's father. There's NOTHING more important than that. I guess he obviously couldn't do that so he ran away to Africa. On the other hand, Kristi's mom was the best mom ever! I loved her concern for Kristi and how she was so strong willed even though Kristi's father practically abandoned them. Kristi's mom was a good example of a strong, tough woman. 
     Overall, I think this book was amazing and I'm so glad my friend recommended it. You guys really need to read this book. I mean how could you not? There's also this surprise near the end of the book that I thought was a major bombshell. And who doesn't love bombshells?