How to Measure Your Life in Men

After her love life hits an all-time low, a motivated college freshman can't stop herself from slipping into a dreadful slump of despair and stagnation. With all her energy devoted to boy-think, she sees her grades decline and her friendships deteriorate. But a semester abroad in Costa Rica begins to change things. The heat and carefree energy of tropical Costa Rica and new friends allow her to power through her dark thoughts and put her worries aside. Eventually she decides to give romance another try and finds herself in a series of emotionally turbulent, sometimes weird and often hilarious relationships. Realizing she’s placing too much importance on male companionship and approval, Abby vows to make a change. She heads abroad again and ends up in Morocco, where she discovers a powerful remedy to heal her painful past.
Alternately funny, insightful and touching, Abby’s tumultuous quest to quell her loneliness and realign her priorities is relatable and inspiring. It’s a story that will instantly hit home with many young women and anyone who has witnessed a life measured in men.