This book was given to me as a birthday gift. Started to read a few days later when the light went out. Read it in probably less than 4 hours , I was so into the story I cried a little when I finished. The situations felt so relatable, what they were feeling I was feeling it too. It made me think back to the time where Connor and I had sort of the same experience, in a different way that also felt the same. The whole story hooks you, if you went through the same or if you haven't , it'll just make you go back to your own memories. One of my favorite books ever. The movie was also just as precious. I'd absolutely recommend that you give this story a chance, it's wonderful and beautiful.