Pure, But Not Simple

"She never asked to be invisible. But life had other plans."

Sixteen-year-old Jazmin Walker has always felt like she's on the outside looking in-a dark-skinned, curvy girl in a world obsessed with perfect bodies and lighter shades of beauty. Craving love but desperate not to be hurt, Jazmin gives her heart to Marcus, the wrong boy with the right smile.

One choice changes everything.

When a secret turns into a rumor and a rumor becomes reality, Jazmin's world crumbles under the weight of judgment and whispers. But with the support of her fierce older sister Milan, her loyal friend Kayla, and her own growing strength, Jazmin begins a journey toward self-discovery, healing, and empowerment.

Pure, But Not Simple is a powerful coming-of-age novel about resilience, self-love, and finding your voice in a world determined to silence you. Perfect for readers of urban fiction with strong female characters, this heartfelt story explores teen pregnancy, bullying, and sisterhood, while reminding every young woman that her worth isn't defined by the love-or opinions-of others.

For fans of:

• The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas
• Piecing Me Together by Renée Watson
• Stories of black girl empowerment and emotional healing