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My Last Innocent Year by Daisy Alpert Florin
4.25
challenging inspiring reflective slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

 Probably one of the best coming of age stories I've ever read. Highlighting the dubiousness of the transcendence from childhood to adulthood, how our choices in the past resonate into the future in both obvious and unpredictable ways. Felt the end to the side-plot was a little underwhelming, but overall the themes of growing up, feminism, and consent were strong throughout the entire book.

Also I loved Debra but damn, am I glad I don't know anyone in my life like her lol.