this was my 2nd jodi picoult. i hadn't been so thoroughly engrossed in a book in quite some time. its a quick and enjoyable read that will make you laugh, cry, and keep you on the edge of your seat the whole time. i love the way picoult questions morally complicated situations. the plot was one of the most interesting ideas i have every read and i found myself emotionally, intellectually, and morally challenged throughout my reading.

i have heard complaints about the way jodi picoult does not make clear who is right and who is wrong and that she doesn't answer all the questions posed by her works, but that is what i love about her. that is life. things aren't black and white, situations are messy and muddled and well-meaning people may do bad things.