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Carly Vega has spent the last years of her life in school and at the local convenience store, working hard to secure her parents' return from Mexico after their deportation. Meanwhile, Arden Moss, former star quarterback, struggles to rebel against the expectations of his conservative parents and the legacy of his late sister. When their lives intersect, both Carly and Arden confront the ways they have followed others’ agendas instead of their own. The story blends humor, romance, and the challenges of adolescence, offering a nuanced look at Mexican‑American teens striving for genuine connection and personal freedom.
First publish date: 2015
Genre: Coming of Age/Coming of Age Romance
Authors: Anna Banks
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