Kristis eccentric habit of crafting her wardrobe from found objects, the content of her psychic visions, and the mismanagement of the relationships in her life add personality, and the result is a sweet, undemanding, yet consistently entertaining read with a good deal of insight into the way slightly off-center teenage girls construct their manic inner worlds.-The Bulletin Ryans novel humorously explores the mind of a teenager grappling with issues of self-esteem, creativity, and self-worth. the surprising details make this a worthwhile addition to a teen romance collection. Funny, fresh, and heartfelt, Vibes zigs when you expect it to zag, and will have you laughing out loud.-Barry Lyga, author of The Astonishing Adventures of Fanboy and Goth Girl and Boy Toy. Review Quotes If you ever thought reading peoples minds would make it easier to understand other people, Amy Kathleen Ryan is here to tell you that youre dead wrong. Bitingly funny but ultimately poignant and positive, this YA novel is completely on the mark. Soon, a school project brings her together with Gusty, her father comes home and drops a bombshell, and a friend comes out of the closet, and suddenly she is left doubting that she can read people at all. And shes still mad at her father, who walked out on them two years ago. Shes hot for Gusty Peterson, one of the most popular guys in school, but of course, shes sure he thinks she is disgusting. She can hear the thoughts of her fellow students, calling her fat and gross. Yet for all her attitude and her mind-reading abilities, Kristi has a vulnerable side. Book Synopsis Nothing is beyond Kristi Carmichaels disdain-her hippie high school, her friend Jacob, her workaholic mom. And shes still mad at her father, who walked out on the family two years ago. Shes hot for popular Gusty Peterson, but of course shes sure he thinks she is disgusting. About the Book Nothing is beyond Kristi Carmichaels disdain.

Vibes by Amy Kathleen Ryan