Just deal with it! It's part of growing up. It's the way guys are! Zonta tries to blow off the unwanted attention that is thrown her way. But it's not working. Zonta is tired of being nice! It doesn't matter how polite she is, or how hard she tries, she still feels alone. And if that wasn't enough, every time she tries to explain herself or her thoughts, she ends up feeling dumb. She tries to do what is right, what is expected, but it only makes things worse. Is there really no one who cares enough to help? Is there no one who gets her?
Zonta is Book 2 in the series The Way I See It. Each novel is written from the point of view of a different teen with his/her own take on the challenges they encounter at Hancock High. Differences between the teens is not limited to their diverse racial backgrounds, but dives into clashing mindsets that many teens encounter in society today. Poverty, prejudice, sexual harassment, academic and social struggles, perfectionism, drug use, homelessness and racial tensions are woven throughout the series, providing a platform for discussion and a source of hope.
