are under the effects marijuana. Only once is birth control mentioned, and then only in passing as Leslie almost forgets to pack her birth-control pills for a trip. Sexually transmitted diseases are never mentioned. Both drink alcohol to excess several times and smoke marijuana. Peter must also deal with his stress-driven overeating. Leslie attends an all-girls' school and admires a teacher who actively promotes feminist ideals. The characters' behavior can be considered typical of most 17-year-olds with permissive parents largely concerned with their own lives. Although somewhat dated by current (2010) standards, the characters and situations are sharply drawn and the action moves quickly for those who are at a changing point in their lives. References 1985 American novels American young adult novels E. P. Dutton books