Received a copy from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
This stunningly written book captured me from the first sentence. Our author has always done a beautiful job of giving us relatable characters and stories that stay in our heads even after we've closed the book. I was definitely honored to receive this e-arc. So our main character Imogen (Obviously, duh) has always been a dedicated ally and friend to all those around her, especially her queer-identifying friends.

Every step of the way she's been there, ready to support them and fight anyone who says otherwise. Her two best friends Gretchen and Lili are polar opposites and she's torn between the two on multiple occasions. Which one needs her support the most? Staying with Lili on campus, she meets Tessa. Mysteriously gorgeous and consumes her mind from the very start. All she can focus on is this girl she meets and the fact she meets her under false pretenses.

Because right now, everyone thinks she's Bi, thanks to Lili's out-of-control lie. Something that should be easy to handle but it starts to stir up emotions in Imogen she's long since buried. She's in a place where everyone is themselves, easily. They aren't worried if they're not queer presenting enough or stuck in their own mind micro-analyzing their every move. They're just - being. Something she so desperately wants.

It was so refreshing to read every thought I have had at least once in my life, even before coming out. Thoughts I even have to this day. It can feel so intimidating and it's hard to be bold and brave when you don't even know how. It does a fantastic job of showing imposter syndrome and how intensely it can affect the lgbtq+ community. Even after you've allowed yourself to be true in your mind, there's always something to prove. Sometimes even to your closest friends and family. This will be a book I recommend for years to come. It finally gave word to feelings so easily forgotten.