I enjoyed this book more than I thought I would. At first I had the impression that it would be super gimmicky, given the premise, and only something cheesy. It was, a bit, and I don't think much was developed in the characters more than I anticipated- the expected self-discovery and attempts to right one's self with the world. But the interactions between characters were interesting and fun.
The television reality show the characters were on sounds totally absurd, but I think the unrealistic nature of it is tempered by the characters understanding that it is totally unreasonable and stupid.
I liked the inclusion of the gay characters. I predictably disliked the hypocritical ones (as I am intended to do), but I appreciated Abby's redemption.

I am still processing. All I can say now is that this book packs a big punch and that reading it at this point in my life proves my point that there is a Book God who gives you the books you need when you need them.