Had I read this book a few years ago, I'm sure I would have adored it to bits. Now that I'm a young adult, I've already been through similar experiences so there was not a lot for me (personally) to gain. The story deals with coming out to friend and family, fighting homophobia, falling in love with your best friend while they pursue another, creating/joining GSSA groups, etc. This book IS high school life of a queer teen. For me, the scenarios were a little too close to home. When I read, I like to be taken to the minds of new people ...and it reminded me a bit too much of struggles I don't particularly enjoy reliving. That being said, it did treat everything lightly and never got overly dramatic - which was helpful. The author sneakily provides advice for readers and even gives contact information at the back for teens that may require additional support. For that I give this novel a lot of respect and will gladly recommend it to the right people. In a way, it can second as self-help; if you feel you need to know you are not alone, definitely give this book a shot. You won't regret it.