*Thank you @kidlitexchange for a copy of this book for review purposes.

Maddie is finishing sixth grade with a night that is supposed to be perfect. Her long-time friend and crush, Avery, will be at the school dance. Just when Maddie thinks Avery will ask her to dance, he asks the new girl instead. As things seem to unravel right before her eyes, Maddie could never imagine what would happen next that would change her life forever.

I love the realistic take on middle-school life. Author Jenn Bishop portrays the transition from pre-teen to teen almost perfectly. Everything from first crushes going terribly wrong, best friends drifting apart, family tragedy, and more. I felt like I was reliving my middle school years. Anyone who is currently in or survived middle school can appreciate what Maddie goes through. ( )