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Words on Bathroom Walls by Julia Walton
4.0

I ended up liking this book a lot more than I initially thought I would. I think the movie adaptation did this book very dirty. The portrayal of Adam's mental illness is really well done: and feels a lot more realistic than what the movie tried to do. But this is a book review; and therefore I will shut up about the movie now.

I loved Adam's character. I loved how Maya was written. I actually really liked stepfather Paul and how his relationship with Adam evolved. It was cool to read Adam's diary entries; as if I, the reader, was also his therapist. That added a nice touch.

If you're looking for an easy book that deals with serious topics, that also doesn't shy away from the occasional humor and wit; look no further. You'd probably adore Words on Bathroom Walls.