Iris St. Clair

Ellen isn't your normal 15 year old girl, her Mom abandoned her for drugs after her father died. Leaving her to be raised by her brother who is only twenty, putting his college education on hold, causing Ellen to feel responsible for what her brother has stepped up to do for her.

She meets a new boy, Rex who lives pretty close to her, and even donates his time during the summer before senior year where Ellen donates her time. Together they work with children, providing childcare for those who cannot afford it. Even though she may have a crush on him, he's got eyes for every girl out there. Some might say he's a player.

Ellen's confused on what boys/men want since her first encounter with the opposite sex was traumatic and upsetting. It's something she thinks about way too often, and it changes how she thinks about everyday things.

Things only get worse when she starts her senior year. Things are bouncing back and forth between promising and less promising with Rex as the school year continues. It isn't until she decides to open her mouth about a certain situation that she has kept hidden for almost a year, that she becomes the least popular student in school.

This book is so well written. I love the way she explains things and the ingenuity to her words. It was a book I carried with me everywhere because I just couldn't put it down. Although there isn't much drama with Ellen, I was dying to know where the story was headed at all times. I really enjoyed Ellen's character and how strong she is during all that she has to go through at such an early age. I highly recommend to all high school aged readers. I give this book a 5/5.… (meer)