I've enjoyed all of the books I've read by Rainbow Rowell. Eleanor & Park tells the story of Eleanor, a new girl in school who is an outcast, and Park, a popular boy who befriends Eleanor on the bus. Eleanor comes from a bad family life and lives with her mother, 5 siblings, and an abusive stepdad. Park comes from a happy, loving family. What brings these two together? Comic books and a love of music!

I loved that this book was set in the 1980's. The references were great and the bands that were mentioned made me happy. You don't hear about The Smiths very often, and they're one of my all time favorite bands.

I wouldn't recommend this book if you're looking for a happy ending, but I do think the story of Eleanor and Parks' relationship is very sweet.