This was a beautiful, inclusive yet heartbreaking story of first love, coming out and finding a sense of self in a continuously cruel world, especially in certain latinx and chicanx communities and families as explored by the writer here.

This novel explores many poignant coming-of-age issues but by far my favourite thing about it was the characters. Each character - even those who were antagonistic - was absolutely full of life and zest. I wanted happy endings for everyone I came across in this story and that takes some special talent!

I think my main issue with this story is the HEA vibes that a first love over the Internet provides. I'm not sure that is the safest message to be providing to young people, but that is TOTALLY the cynical side of me talking!

I recommend this to those who are fans of people making their own HEA despite some familial difficulties!