Koda Rose is the 17-year-old child of a deceased rockstar named Mack Grady. Her father's band still has legions of fans, but for most of her life, Koda has had a relatively normal existence in Los Angeles. That all changes when she and her mother move to New York City. Suddenly, Koda is transplanted back to the place where her father became famous. When she bumps into Mack's ex-girlfriend, Sadie, she sees an opportunity to finally get to know the man behind the myth. But Sadie brings her own baggage to the table, and Koda quickly gets swept up in the messy life of her dad's former bandmate. Meanwhile, Koda's got other problems: like struggling to confess romantic feelings for her best friend back home.Jenn Nissley is particularly deft at capturing teen voices. Her characters are smart, but not jaded; no less naive than the average adolescent (a balance that's not always present in YA). That authenticity is a big part of what makes this book stand out. Readers should come for the queer characters, and stay for the nuanced exploration of legacy and identity -- with a healthy dose of rock n roll. I have no doubt that Koda's story will stick with readers after they reach the final page.