I picked this book up because of the title. Isn't it just the greatest title ever?!? Anyways, Cricket is an orphan who basically thinks life sucks. He's very angry and sometimes thinks it would be better if he just ended it all and be done with it. However, he also sticks up for the little guys, takes care of them so that they don't get bullied, falls in "love" with a girl, and has some life transforming moments. Who wouldn't see life a little sweeter when Wynona is around?

I laughed, grumbled, and cried within this novel. It sucks you in almost immediately. Cricket is blunt and raw and open. The voice is tremendous. The coming of age theme is strong. The ending is well worth getting through some of the language and vulgarity from Cricket. He is a love me or hate me character. I just happen to love him!

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