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When Ruby starts having panic attacks, she sees a shrink who has her compile a list of her boyfriends, possible boyfriends, and crushes. Each boy is accorded a chapter, and the reason why Ruby is having panic attacks slowly unfolds. While some aspects of the story don't ring true, Ruby is an entertaining character and her musings will resonate with readers.