My Murder Year by Kate Larkindale – Review by Jessie Hopkins

My heart was invested in Stas and her story from the beginning. The battling internal feelings surrounding dance and her divorced parents were relatable and well described. She feels most connected to the woman that will soon be her step-mom, but has been her Mama for the majority of her life. Hearing her dad and his church talk poorly about same-sex couples makes her obviously frustrated as she knows first hand what it is like to have 2 loving Moms.
When her Mom is murdered and she is then stuck between who will care for her, all her emotions are frozen. None of the options feel right, being back with her Mom in their home is what felt right but that is no longer an option.
Que in Zane, who is mature beyond his years and dealing with his own demons. A voice of reason as well as a shoulder to cry on, he’s amazing.

This is so well written it transports you right into Stas’ life.