The author was able to capture the struggles of a teen that has to live in two different worlds, her home in Queens and her fancy school in Manhattan. I love how the author chose to write each character as flawed because no one is perfect and it annoys me when authors write characters that are. I found this to be an enjoyable read!

This is a coming of age story featuring high school students Maria and Rocky but not really YA because it also includes the voices of their fathers. An unusual approach, to be sure, to alternate fathers and daughters but you'll appreciate the young women more when you read their dad's thoughts. Miguel and Charlie, like their daughters, are far apart in class and wealth but they share many of the same concerns. Well written and interesting. Thanks to Netgalley for the ARC. A good read.

Stephanie Jimenez establishes a powerful and authentic voice in this young adult narrative. It has edge, grit, and truth - more work from this author, please!

This story takes place in New York and its about this girl named Maria who lives in Queens and travels to the upper east side to a private high school. This book deals with families, race, relationships, sex, and betrayal.

Trying to put into words of how I felt about this story...I didn't like it. I was highly disappointed. I felt like it jumped all over the place. I didnt like any of the characters. They were all messed up in there own little way. I'm glad this book wasn't that long otherwise I might have DNF'd it.