When Everything Is Blue by Laura Lascarso

Theo is very much struggling with his identity and how he wants to live, and his visitations to his Uncle show him a side of his family he did not know about. Captain Wooten is a wonderful side character that is a mirror image for Theo, showing him what happens when you let fear and familial expectations dictate your life choices. Another notable element is Theo's namesake, his great uncle, who has dementia. These important themes are incorporated well into the story and give it more depth. Theo's father keeps measuring his value in money, and despite the fact his mother is not financially sound you can clearly tell she is much more supportive and caring than his cold, selfish, alcoholic father.

The best example is Theo's parents, a white dentist and a Hispanic immigrant. I say this because throughout the book that issue comes up, both as racist slurs, jokes and material value VS love and caring. Story: This is a classic Friends To Lovers with Theo and Chris sharing this incredible bond that goes beyond social status and ethnicity. If you like YA with lots of sexy times this just might be the book for you! This story is full of emotion and realness, it's a beautiful tale of self-discovery and knowing one's worth. It is both poignant and funny, and written in a lyrical descriptive way I love! This book is a great YA Coming Of Age that is sexy and achingly heart waring. Overall: I rather enjoyed this book both for the quality narration and the interesting Coming Of Age story.

When Everything Is Blue by Laura Lascarso