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Mari’s father is a Latinx Senator running for president and it’s brought to Mari’s attention that her father’s political positions aren’t what she thought they were. With everyone watching, she begins to question her own beliefs and has to grapple with standing behind her father or standing up to him.��
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The heroine in this story is everything I hope for in a book. Mari has her faults, which made her coming of age story feel so incredibly real - and that’s exactly why I loved her so much. At a time when political tensions are high, this book gave me something to cheer about. I finished and immediately wanted to reread it, which I never do!��
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I love that the author explores the relationship between children and parents, specifically when a child begins making decisions for themselves - even if those decisions may not align with what their parents want. It’s always hard to stand up for yourself, particularly to your own parents, but I also feel like that’s exacerbated in Latinx families. Respecting authority is instilled in us, and that typically means doing what your parents say....when they say.��
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This is a YA book that packs a serious punch. I’ve waited moooonths to post this review and I still feel like I can’t do this book justice. My pre-order is on its way home to me and I can’t wait to reread it. I hope you will, too! And if you haven’t picked up Everyone Knows You Go Home by Natalia Sylvester - do it! 💕��