The Go-Between

By: Veronica Chambers

Narrated by: Karla Souza

Fans of Jane the Virgin will find much to love about The Go-Between, a coming-of-age novel from bestselling author Veronica Chambers, who with humor and humanity explores issues of identity and belonging in a world that is ever-changing.

She is the envy of every teenage girl in Mexico City. Her mother is a glamorous telenovela actress. Her father is the go-to voice-over talent for blockbuster films. Hers is a world of private planes, chauffeurs, paparazzi and gossip columnists. Meet Camilla del Valle—Cammi to those who know her best.

When Cammi’s mom gets cast in an American television show and the family moves to LA, things change, and quickly. Her mom’s first role is playing a not-so-glamorous maid in a sitcom. Her dad tries to find work but dreams about returning to Mexico. And at the posh, private Polestar Academy, Cammi’s new friends assume she’s a scholarship kid, the daughter of a domestic.

At first Cammi thinks playing along with the stereotypes will be her way of teaching her new friends a lesson. But the more she lies, the more she wonders: Is she only fooling herself?

Critic reviews

"Offers a distinct perspective on the complex and current issue of Mexican immigration to the U.S. . . .a short but rich tale that illuminates the nuanced experience of a girl who, despite her privilege, still grapples with who she is and where she belongs." —Booklist

"There's a well-researched authenticity to the author's descriptions of everything from Mexican culture to couture clothing, but it's the story's exploration of stereotypes that makes it memorable." —Kirkus Reviews

Appreciation

I enjoyed the journey with Camilla & family! I will add to my classroom library in September.

Loved the story, love the reading too, but..

All in all an amazing story. An important one too!

I loved the tone of the reader’s voice, but there were weird pauses in parts. May a strong reader, but not as strong editing? Anyway, it’s not enough to take away from the enjoyment of the book.

such a cute book!

loved the narrator! she captured a Mexican teen so well! the book had a lot of fun themes, good times!