4.5 stars

Who knew such a short book could be so impactful?

I can usually fly through books under 300 pages, and this was no exception. But at the same time, it was different. The chapters were short, and there were many instances where I thought I’d read 20 pages, when really I’d read over 50.

This book discusses racism, poverty, classism, friendship, art, and more. Even better, it has absolutely no romance. The story focuses on Jade’s character development, struggles, acceptance, and self-confidence. It’s a story about defying stereotypes and setting your own boundaries.

In addition to being black, Jade is also fat, and she’s not ashamed of that. I can’t speak personally on the rep, but based on conversations I’ve seen on Twitter, I believe this is a good thing. Body positivity is important for people of color, too.

All in all, I’d highly recommend this read. It’s not quite a favorite, but it was a relevant book that I flew through. Don’t sleep on this.