Approval of 2nd Quarter Outside Reading

I would like to read Just Listen by Sarah Dessen.
It was published in 2006 by Penguin Group.
This book is a work of fiction.
It is 371 pages long.
This book is sufficiently challenging for a sophomore as it deals with self-actualization, a complex subject. Also, within the first few pages, vocabulary words include encompass, verdict, and encroaching. On top of that, it was referred to me by my older cousin, who read it as a senior in high school. I chose this book mainly because I heard it was a good read through both amazon.com reviews and personal reviews. Also, the plot sounds interesting- a lot like the novel Speak, a book I read last year that I really liked. At last, I’ve read other books by Sarah Dessen that I enjoyed, so I believe I will enjoy this one.