Maybe I picked this up because I've been reading teen books centred about being gay and / or being bullied, but whatever the reason, I'm so glad I did... I'll be putting a proper recommendation in the next Teen UBG, but I have to mention it here, as it is a book that needs to be read. Yes, there are flaws, and yes, some of the emotions arc is simplistic, but it is still overwhelmingly powerful, with characters you love and situations you recognise. I can't remember when I last read a teen book I didn't want to end, and this one I didn't. In fact I'd happily read a sequel...
The one thing I'm curious about is whether B R Collins cut her writing teeth online, as there are elements in it that are closer to fanfiction than professional fiction - and this is in no way a criticism!
I have to go write the recommendation now. Hmm, maybe I'll need to re-read too...
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