Not Here to be Liked

Not Here to Be Liked by Michelle Quach is a young adult contemporary novel that tackles themes of feminism, identity, and self-discovery. The story follows Eliza Quan, a hardworking high school junior who has always played by the rules, excelling in academics and student journalism. Eliza is poised to become the editor-in-chief of her school newspaper, a position she’s worked tirelessly for. However, when Len DiMartile, a popular athlete with little journalistic experience, suddenly runs for the same position and wins, Eliza is outraged.