About This Book
Reach for this book when your teenager is feeling like an outsider or struggling with the pressure to mask their true self to fit into a more 'elite' social circle. It is a sharp, funny, and deeply relatable look at the class divide through the eyes of Shiraz Bailey Wood, a girl from a working-class background who finds herself in a high-achieving academic environment. While the plot follows her move to a prestigious 'Center of Excellence,' the heart of the story explores the tension between where we come from and who we want to become. It is perfect for 13 to 17 year olds who enjoy snarky, diary-style humor and need to see that 'posh' doesn't always mean 'better.' Parents will appreciate the way it encourages teens to value their own unique voice and intelligence without losing their roots.
