This is such a hard book to review because it is based on a true story and on a real person who died. I will be upfront and say I did not like this book.Unfortunately, I found Alicia to be too perfect. To me, this did not ring true. No one is that perfect or without flaws. I understand that perhaps we remember the dead with more gentleness and more favor than we did when they were alive. That's great, however, if you want to really reach teens, there should be some authenticity.I felt the writing style was too juvenile for me, although the afterword specifically states this book is aimed at teens. I honestly think the reading level is better fit for an elementary school. However, I do think this could be beneficial for low performing readers who are reluctant. I just do not see the writing as stacking up with other YA I have read.Ultimately, I believe this woulod be a great book to give to people who are greiving. But it's not a fun or a leisure read. ( )

Personal Response: This story is very touching as it is not a story of grieving but of how one girl affected so many people, young and old.

Curricular or Programming Connection: Excellent curriculum for grief and driver safety. ( )