"A fresh take on high school and activism." - Kirkus Reviews(starred review)
"An interesting meditation on what it means to be a Gen Z feminist. Eliza is a compelling character. This mettle-bearing romcom is ideal for any teenager interested in not just feminist philosophy but also what it means to carry that philosophy into the real world." - Booklist
"Not Here to Be Liked is a truly excellent book." - NPR Books
"A fresh voiced debut, perfect for anyone who has ever felt unlikable. Not Here To Be Liked is a sharply intelligent read with a touch of painful reality that will leave a mark on your heart." - Stephanie Garber, New York Times bestselling author of the Caraval series
"Quach's sparkling debut is a fantastic examination of feminism, full of insight and heart. A must read for those who love coming of age stories with a touch of romance." - Roselle Lim, author of Natalie Tan's Book of Luck and Fortune
"A smart romance with heart and guts and all the intoxicating feelings in between." - Maureen Johnson, New York Times bestselling author 13 Little Blue Envelopes
"Deeply insightful and completely entertaining from start to finish-just like its heroine. Eliza Quan is my new favorite feminist." - Misa Sugiura, author of This Time Will Be Different
"Not Here to Be Liked is a fierce coming of age story that had me cheering! Michelle Quach deftly explores intersectional feminism, first love, and complicated family relationships with honesty and heart." - Elise Bryant, author of Happily Ever Afters
"Equal parts funny and thought-provoking, Not Here to Be Liked deftly explores the joys and complexities of feminism, family, and first romance. Eliza isn't here to be liked, but you'll fall in love with her-and Michelle Quach's bright new voice--all the same." - Katie Henry, author of Heretics Anonymous
"A great feminist read." - San Francisco Book Review
Michelle Quachis a graphic designer and writer living in Los Angeles. She's Chinese Vietnamese American and a graduate of Harvard University, where she studied history and literature. You can find her online at michellequach.com.