This is the kind of YA novel that sticks with you—not because it's flashy, but because it's real. Mim is messy, funny, and trying to figure out who she is when her family, her meds, and her geography keep shifting. The mental health angle is handled with nuance, not as a plot device but as part of Mim's identity.

It's not an easy read emotionally, but it's an important one. If your teen is ready for stories that don't tie everything up in a neat bow, this delivers. The road-trip structure keeps it from feeling too heavy, and the quirky side characters add levity. Strong pick for book clubs or kids who like character-driven stories over plot fireworks.