3.5 stars

I enjoyed this book a lot more toward the end than the beginning. I wasn't clicking with either of the main characters, Pablo was giving me secondhand anxiety, and there didn't seem to be enough actually happening in the plot. That being said, I liked the vibe of the book, the writing style, Pablo's character arc, and the secondary characters. Pablo's relationships were great to see develop but I never really got a good grasp on how I feel about Lee. All things considered Permanent Record is a good story about growing up, facing reality, and exploring relationships.

Leanna and Pablo's relationship evolves in such a natural and realistic way and it's the heart of the novel, really. I really enjoyed getting to know these very different yet fascinating characters. Recommended for those that like character driven novels.