YA/F: Throwback by Maurene Goo

Throwback by Maurene Goo is a heartwarming and hilarious story about Samantha, a modern-day teen who unexpectedly travels back in time to her mom’s high school years in the 1990s. Struggling to connect with her overbearing mother in the present, Sam finds herself living as a teen in a world without smartphones, social media, or Wi-Fi. As she gets to know her mom as a teenager, Sam uncovers surprising truths about her family’s past and begins to understand the pressures her mother faced. The time travel twist adds humor and nostalgia while exploring themes of family, generational differences, and empathy. Ultimately, it’s a story about bridging the gap through love, understanding, and second chances.