The publisher’s book description, jacket flap, and title would lead a reader to believe that The Statistical Probability of Love at First Sight is a young adult romance novel.  However, this introspective book is primarily about a father-daughter relationship and the ramifications and realities of divorce; the romance is actually more of a sub-plot and catalyst.  This book is solid from every angle–prose, voice, and characters.  It is refreshing to have some genuine characters. Hadley is charming and real; Oliver is chivalrous and mature; the romance element is sweet and inspires possibilities.  Although the story only covers 24 hours, this young adult read is moderately paced and for a thoughtful reader.  Eloquently ended–well done Jennifer Smith!   

Content Analysis:

Profanity/Language:  4 mild obscenities; 1 anatomical term.

Violence/Gore:  None

Sex/Nudity:  Characters kiss; a character is reported to have had extra-marital affairs (no details).

Mature Subject Matter:

Divorce, Marriage Infidelity, Death

Alcohol / Drug Use:

Teenaged characters swipe and drink some whiskey from cart during airplane flight.  Characters, including a teenager, drink champagne at a wedding.