The Pros of Cons

Gr 9 Up—Callie, Vanessa, and Phoebe are staying at the same hotel but attending three different conventions. Callie is hoping to have quality time with her father at the World Taxidermy Championships as his assistant, but when she discovers a big secret he's been hiding, their relationship is in jeopardy. Vanessa is geeking out at the We Treasure Fandom convention (WTFcon), where she will meet her online girlfriend and fanfiction coauthor Soleil in person for the first time. Phoebe is hoping to beat the competition at the Indoor Percussion Association convention, but keeps getting distracted by her cute band mate Scott and former best friend Christina. When the three teenagers serendipitously meet because of a mix-up in the hotel lobby, they form a fast and strong friendship. This is a charming collaboration and a fun and quick read that will appeal to any reader who has ever loved something so much it hurts. While at times the characters' voices are hard to tell apart, the fast-moving and engaging plot will keep teens turning pages. The book contains well-done LGBTQIA protagonists, light romance, and strong female friendships.