The first sentence of this book had me laughing since it implied that the main character's eyes detached from her head and somehow made their way to another building. The beginning of the book seemed slower and plodding. The last half of the book seemed more interesting and active.

I admire the main character for persevering to get her college degree and being willing to do anything legal in order to stay in school. She's got a level head on her shoulders and realizes that if she's to have any chance of providing a life for her daughter, she needs a degree to get a good job. She also takes charge and finds herself a job just before graduation. ( )