Language: R (98 swears 30 'f'); Mature Content: PG13; (making out); Violence: G.
BUYING ADVISORY: HS - OPTIONAL
AUDIENCE APPEAL: HIGH
17yo Jamie Goldberg volunteers on the campaign of a state senate candidate, 17yo Maya Rehman is helping, too. Jamie is Jewish, Maya is Muslim, but they share the same political views, and are partners canvasing neighborhoods. Besides the election, there's a bill in the state senate that would make it illegal for muslim women to wear hijab in public. Working together on the campaign and against this bill brings the two close - close as best friends, but is either willing to be the first to say they might have feelings for each other?
I loved the tenacity of these kids, just barely too young to vote, but so dedicated to the political process. I loved the representation of their religious cultures and the respect they showed for each other. A well written multi-perspective rom-com with a great message about fighting against injustice. Jamie's self deprecation is adorable, and Maya's friend drama was on point. I hope High School readers are inspired by the activism.
Lisa Librarian
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