I read about this in a recent YALSA article and uncovered an ancient copy at the university library. It's outdated and a tad overdramatic by contemporary standards (published 1952), but in general it's a genuine depiction of the conflicts faced by two thoughtful teens who had bright futures ahead but find themselves suddenly parents-to-be. Buff's (yes, his name is Buff!) evolution from BMOC to resentful young husband to wiser young man is predictable but feels authentic. And Elaine isn't the shrinking violet she appears to be at first. Once she realizes Buff isn't going to be there for her and Junior she squares her shoulders and moves on. It's up to Buff to prove he's found the maturity to be a working part of the family. ( )