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Nicole Kronzer shines in her debut as author and narrator of this spunky YA drama laced with humor. Zelda Bailey-Cho's enthusiasm for improv summer camp is crushed by the toxic bro culture of the elite varsity team and its predatory coach. Kronzer voices the plot and the realistic characters with gusto. The combination of vulnerability and snark in Zelda's tone creates a heroine who illuminates the way girls find themselves swallowed up in abusive situations, one rationalization at a time. A diverse group of campers helps Zelda save herself, though it's clear the processing and healing will take time. Through these allies and friends, Kronzer shows how to craft a more compassionate world. S.T.C. © AudioFile 2020, Portland, Maine [Published: AUGUST 2020]