Kristi has a secret almost no one knows: she can hear thoughts. As she uses this ability to get through the day, she struggles with a variety of issues related to her self-image, her absentee father and workaholic mother, her lack of a love life, and the alternative high school she’s forced to attend. Unfortunately, just because she knows what people are thinking doesn’t mean she understands them, or herself, leading to confrontations with a number of people. A quirky book with a decidedly memorable heroine, Vibes is a quick read with a pleasant, if sometimes awkward voice. It feels real, and the characters are believably layered and flawed, making for a fun read.