About This Book
A parent should reach for this book when their middle grader starts experiencing the fluttery, often confusing nerves of a first crush or feels the pressure of balancing new romantic interests with a tight-knit friend group. As Mary Anne Spier navigates her feelings for Logan Bruno, she must also deal with the social dynamics of the Baby-sitters Club and her own growing need for independence. This graphic novel adaptation is perfect for children aged 8 to 12 who are beginning to explore their own identities apart from their parents and peers. It provides a safe, relatable space to normalize feelings of social anxiety and the awkwardness of early romance. Parents will appreciate how the story models healthy communication and the importance of staying true to oneself even when your heart is racing.
