I feel conflicted in rating this book. In the first half of the book (describing her teens and early twenties), Dolly comes across as a nightmare of a friend, selfish, reckless, and a complete liability. Don’t get me wrong, it was fun to read but I found her strongly unlikeable. (On a format note, I also didn’t vibe with the letters and recipes throughout.)

At the same time, I respect her honesty, and her flaws allowed her to grow through her therapy and as she got older. By the end, I really enjoyed who she grew to be and the reflections she gave on love and friendships.