Tell Me Everything

Sarah Enni's "Tell Me Everything" introduces Ivy, a quiet high school sophomore and aspiring artist who largely feels invisible. Her world revolves around her best friend, Harold, an outgoing overachiever whose departure for summer camp leaves Ivy feeling a romantic shift in their relationship. In his absence, Ivy finds herself completely absorbed by VEIL, an anonymous art-sharing app akin to Instagram, where users post their creations and thoughts within a local five-mile radius. Though too shy to share her own art, Ivy becomes a keen observer, eventually deducing the real identities of several of her classmates behind the anonymous VEIL posts. Driven by a desire to spread kindness, Ivy begins performing secret acts of goodwill, creating personalized gifts for the VEIL artists whose identities she's uncovered, which gives her a thrill. However, her good intentions take a chaotic turn when she attempts to intervene in what she perceives as a secret Harold is keeping, culminating in her planning a large party for him. This propels Ivy into the spotlight, exposing the complexities and potential dangers of anonymity and well-meaning interference in the digital age. The novel explores themes of self-expression, the often-unforeseen consequences of social media, and the delicate balance between genuine kindness and making assumptions about others. What makes the book compelling is its timely exploration of social media's impact on adolescent relationships and self-discovery, blending elements of a romantic comedy with a deeper commentary on authenticity and courage.