A wonderful coming-of-age story of self-acceptance and understanding the definition of love, Renee Watson delivered another young adult novel featuring Black teens navigating the world and exploring their dreams.

I admit that I had a hard time liking the main character, Nala Robertson, especially since her arc is based on her making lies about herself by saying things she knows Tye, the love interest, wants to hear.

But overall, the story was wrapped up decently and it focused in showing the reality about family and friendship.

RATING: 3stars