Emily Adler

Destiny Lozada's 15th birthday approaches and of course, her mother wants to plan a big, traditional quinceañera. Destiny's older sister America holds more feminist ideals and doesn't want to see Destiny caught up in an antiquated ritual. Destiny doesn't really know what she wants, but it does worry her that her parents are spending money they don't have on the quince. Not to mention that Nicolas is hot and always on her mind, and best buddy Omar is acting strangely around her. Destiny finds a way to stand up for herself and host the quince on her terms in this satisfying story about family, friends, and being true to oneself.… (meer)