Patrick Jones does a great job of making Bret feel like a real person—he’s terribly annoying at times, and somewhat full of himself. This makes the lessons he learns ring more truly, and while things feel predictable, they also feel possible. The writing is reminiscent of Chris Crutcher.

This book was nominated for YALSA’s 2006 Teens Top Ten as well as the 2007 Quick Picks and Best Books for Young Adults.