Somewhere Between Bitter and Sweet is a beautiful story. Yes, there is a romance storyline between a boy and a girl, but I would say the true love story is about the community in which they live. Set in a neighborhood of Austin, Texas, families from all ethnicities, citizenship statuses, and socioeconomic backgrounds come together to support one another when difficult circumstances arise. In addition to this, Kemp, the author, expertly highlights the importance of mental health and the stigmas it carries in different cultures through her story. The content of this title was really great and the quality of writing was even better. I would definitely pick up another piece by Kemp and encourage others to read this story.