This confuses me deeply because, among other things, the book is a sequel, and Maria is very clearly stated to be trans in the first book?? So, like. I mean. IT'S NOT LIKE IT'S A SECRET SPOILER.

I liked Jay having to confront his own sexism and deal with it, because I think that particular form of sexism is REALLY common and it was nice to see it addressed from the inside (and I particularly liked that Jay was bi in context of that, because it's not just straight men who think that way), but yeah, I agree that Maria & her storyline and growth were the best parts of the book. I'm glad you're also liking Trade Me! :D