I don’t even know how to put into words how much I loved this book. Ricki was such a relatable, funny, and vibrant main character—I was completely drawn into her world. The writing was just so witty, descriptive, and fun, even with all the heartbreak and tension woven into the plot. I wish I could reread it again for the first time because it was that beautiful and tragic. The minor characters all had such rich, compelling backstories. Ezra, Ms. Della, and Tuesday especially stood out, and the past/present descriptions of Harlem added so much depth. This book was magic. I only removed a half star because the ending was predictable, but still satisfying.