A review by jennsbookstack
We Can't Keep Meeting Like This by Rachel Lynn Solomon

3.0

Another Rachel Lynn Solomon book (I loved her novel, “The Ex Talk”) though this one is one of her YA novels. I didn’t love this one so much, but it wasn’t bad at all. I do like that of the YA books I have tried out, representation and diversity (cultures, languages, religions, sexuality, varying family dynamics, neurodiversity, mental health) are at the forefront. I think having books that reflect the real world are essential and important for young people especially. I am glad there are authors out there offering that to young adult/teen readers. I know some parents might have no idea that YA books can include content that many would deem “adult” so I think it’s important for parents to be aware, especially with strong readers who may be younger & keep working their way up to more adult books. But I’m really glad these types of books exist. I think it offers perspective and opportunities to recognize biases between the pages of books instead of with real people who can be hurt or harmed, to learn acceptance for others who may be ostracized and perhaps for some, a reflection of themselves that wouldn’t otherwise exist. ❣️