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This is author Ailsinn Brophy's debut novel. It is a young adult fantasy book with queer representation. It also takes place at a magic school for witches so it gives those fall vibes. It feels more set in our world than Hogwarts though. This book follows our main character Shay Johnson who is trying very hard to get a scholarship. She starts to get a crush on her rival named Ana. While this is going on the guy in charge of the scholarship ropes her into being the star of the school play. He starts being super touchy and creepy towards her. After Shay learns that she's not the first girl he's done this too, she starts to take a stand even though it's at the risk of her losing the scholarship. I really liked the important themes and subjects this book tackled while having good representation. This book is long but didn't feel too long, I read it in two sittings.