librarianryan 's review for:

4.5
emotional funny hopeful lighthearted fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus: No

 If you are a fan of Jenny Han, the Kissing Booth books, then you will love this book.  Alison Greene has always dreamed of being valedictorian of her school.  She is so close, but it is a tight race.  She will do anything for extra brownie points or consideration.  Even produce the schools annual play.  This year is Shakespear, and it may just kill her.  The book is all about Alison growing into a person and learning that there is more to school experiences than good grades.  There is a sapphic romance between Allison and an actor, but it is not the main point.  I love how this book shows off how confused someone can be.  Allison has never made a big deal about being gay.  To her, she is out, but only family and her best friend know, so is she really out?  And why does she have to be out?  She doesn’t need the big scene, or so she thinks.  This book is charming.  Allison may be the main character and most things revolve around her, but it has a great secondary cast that will keep a smile on the reader's face and maybe even laugh out loud.  This book is Netflix ready and is awaiting it’s curtain call.