A review by suzannedix
Maybe He Just Likes You by Barbara Dee

3.0

This is a very needed conversation in middle school literature: the topic of consent. The story was difficult to listen to because it is all too real and too prevalent. I was challenged by two different messages in the novel. The first was that Mila didn't want to tell any adult about what was happening to her despite constant suggestions by her friends. The second was that once she did finally confide to an adult, the situation magically just stopped. A quick ending to a large problem was disappointing but I really wish more time was spent on the power of speaking out, being brave and demanding change.

Overall, a book I will gladly recommend. Grades 6 and up.