About This Book
A parent would reach for this book when their teenager is reeling from a social fallout, struggling with the weight of a public mistake, or navigating the complexities of neurodivergent friendships. Jess Lanza is an autistic theater enthusiast who has been branded with a painful label after a friendship-ending conflict. Rather than hiding, she attempts to reclaim her narrative through humor and self-deprecation on social media. This novel explores themes of shame, accountability, and the messy process of self-forgiveness. It is a realistic, sharp, and ultimately hopeful look at high school social dynamics, specifically tailored for ages 14 and up due to its honest handling of slut-shaming and cyberbullying. Parents will appreciate the book's nuanced depiction of autism and its emphasis on the hard work required to repair broken trust.
