Running

I really enjoyed this politically based YA Contemporary. I think it really showed how being in a family going through the election process is effected.

Mariana is stuck in the limelight when her father decides to run for president. She has to watch her every once & when she pushes back her parents don’t take her seriously. Over time she starts to realize her father is not the person she believed him to be & that they don’t see things the same way.

I really liked Mariana and her strength to stand up for what she believed in. It is difficult to call out your own family but she was fearless and didn’t shy away from any possible consequences.

I also liked reading a YA that focused on the issues and the main character without having to have a love interest. The friendships were important and navigating the family dynamics that come with such a high profile family really made this one! I’d definitely recommend it!