Paper Towns by John Green

Margo Roth Spiegelman was everything Quentin could hope for: beautiful, clever, and always looking for adventure. Add that to the fact that she lived right next to him, and it's no wonder Quentin fell head over heels for her. Or so he thought. But now, after one last adventure with him, Margo has run away. Everyone says that it's just another of her crazy adventures, but Quentin think this one is different. This time, she's left behind clues for him alone to find--clues to her location. Following the clues and talking to Margo's friends leads Quentin to see the girl he thought he knew, and even himself, from a whole new angle.

Paper Towns is similar to John Green's other books in that it's about a nerdy boy who develops an obsession with a nearly unattainable, amazing girl. This one, however, delves deeper into the nature of knowing people, and society in general. I really love the symbolism used in this book, especially that of mirrors. It's thought-provoking and relatable. The reason, however, that I was interested at first, was just because of the witty dialogue John Green always has in his books. It's something I always love in a book or movie, and one of my favorite parts of this one. I've also always loved his love interests, and I think Margo is my favorite of them all. She's gorgeous and strong, and yet she still needs support, when all is said and done. All in all, I think it might be John Green's best work, and definitely one of my favorites. As a warning to readers, though--this book can be depressing at points, but there's a potentially happy ending.