Nerdy YA rom-com

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When geek club member Cameron and student council president Karla start hooking up over the summer, they think it’s just a fling between coworkers. But now it’s senior year and they’re hiding what they’re doing from their friends because each group does not mix well with the other. Cameron meets Mackenzie and is intrigued by her confidence in not caring what others think about her. Will he continue what’s going on with Karla or is there potential for something with Mackenzie?

THE WRONG KIND OF WEIRD is full of teenage angst, nerdy fun, and romance. I liked that there was diversity amongst the characters. I wasn’t familiar with many of the anime references but from context could still grasp what was being conveyed. Someone who’s a fan of anime will likely have even greater enjoyment. The story bounces between fun rom-com, dramatic moments, and social commentary, ultimately leading to an ending with a meaningful message. Important topics that highschoolers face are discussed in a thoughtful manner. What didn’t work for me in the execution of this book was the amount of cursing found throughout. It didn’t seem necessary for plot or character development and after a while was making me cringe due to the volume. I found the writing to be enjoyable otherwise.

THE WRONG KIND OF WEIRD is a nerdy YA rom-com, perfect for anime fans.

Thank you to Inkyard Press for the giveaway copy.