Reading Foolish Hearts by Emma Mills made me immensely happy. So many YA books, especially those set in high school, are stuck in the doldrums. Foolish Hearts lends vulnerability and nuances to the characters that could have been manipulated in a negative and depressing manner. Instead, each characters concerns and tribulations became platforms for growth.... Continue Reading →
Simon vs. The Homo Sapiens Agenda by Becky Albertalli
The first book I read by Becky Albertalli was The Upside of Unrequited Love. It was included in an OwlCrate and I didn't want to read it. I was coming out of a YA funk so I put it on my bookshelf and left it there for about six months. One night insomnia struck and I... Continue Reading →
