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Yes No Maybe So

Aisha Saeed, Becky Albertalli
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Yes No Maybe So

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2020

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Aisha Saeed, Becky Albertalli

Yes No Maybe So

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2020
Book Details
Pages

464

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Atlanta, Georgia • Contemporary

Publication Year

2020

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

Lexile Level

560L

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Super Short Summary

Yes No Maybe So by Aisha Saeed and Becky Albertalli follows Jamie and Maya, two teenagers from diverse backgrounds, who unite for political canvassing during a local election. Overcoming personal challenges and discovering their voices, they navigate growing friendships and social activism in their community.

Reviews & Readership

4.1

28,002 ratings

63%

Loved it

27%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Yes No Maybe So by Aisha Saeed and Becky Albertalli delves into themes of political activism and intercultural romance through its teen protagonists. Reviewers praise its timely exploration of civic duty and relatable characters but note some predictability in the romantic plot. Overall, it offers an engaging mix of social issues and heartwarming moments, despite some narrative clichés.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Yes No Maybe So?

Readers who enjoy coming-of-age stories with a political twist will find Yes No Maybe So by Aisha Saeed and Becky Albertalli captivating. Similar to fans of The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas and Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda by Becky Albertalli, they’ll appreciate relatable characters navigating activism, identity, and first love.

4.1

28,002 ratings

63%

Loved it

27%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

464

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Atlanta, Georgia • Contemporary

Publication Year

2020

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

Lexile Level

560L

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