Because of a moment of indiscretion, Hope’s parents send her to New York to spend the summer with her hipster sister while they travel to Thailand. Miserable, Hope ends up meeting Nat, and developing a powerful crush. The only problem is that Nat is a girl. Hope is pretty sure she isn’t gay. Or is she? Struggling with new feelings, fitting in and a strange city far from home, Hope finds that love—and acceptance—comes in many different forms.

"an emotionally complex story…an intriguing book for fluent and struggling readers alike." - The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books

"...absolutely charming. ...Mac infuses so much passion and heart into ... this witty, entertaining glimpse into one kid’s summer of discovering that 'life is really hard if you’re a person who’s alive.' " - Georgia Straight

"…a provocative storyline with high teen appeal." - CM Magazine

"Excellent" - Resource Links