I did not know it was inspiration YA lit when I selected it. It was solid, nice view of a culture I am not aware of, but I wouldn't give it to my niece, either. I like my heroines a little more assertive, but she could be a typical Belizean beauty. I thought the side story and drama were also telegraphed way too early and, yes, it's romance, but I like a dose of plausibility.