The teenage point of view voice of Cameron felt authentic throughout this coming of age/getting to know oneself contemporary novel. Even though I'm not into anime or video gaming, I still felt engaged in the heartwarming male and male/female friendships based on the love of gaming and cosplay too.
The romance was sweet and slow burn, very much like the referenced Pride and Prejudice novel and school theater performance. I laughed at the awkward moments and felt all the emotions--from anger and embarrassment to delight and satisfaction at finally figuring out what it meant to be a true friend as well as staying true to yourself.
I found myself pacing when tensions ran high and all seemed lost. The plot deals with bullying and social media exposures that cause relationship damage. These issues and others were handled well and seamlessly intertwined with the plot.
The romance was sweet and slow burn, very much like the referenced Pride and Prejudice novel and school theater performance. I laughed at the awkward moments and felt all the emotions--from anger and embarrassment to delight and satisfaction at finally figuring out what it meant to be a true friend as well as staying true to yourself.
I found myself pacing when tensions ran high and all seemed lost. The plot deals with bullying and social media exposures that cause relationship damage. These issues and others were handled well and seamlessly intertwined with the plot.