Tracy was something else 😩 glad that she changed her ways and figured out what she wanted instead of focusing on guys. Overall, this book was good

Omar Tyree writes with a poetic cadence and has fashioned characters that pop off the pages. The pacing is sometimes sauntering, other times hopping, and perfectly balanced to reflect real-life passage of time during the tumultuous coming-of-age years.

My couple meager complaints are that the majority of Tracy's troubles are of the same nature--namely, boys. This left the plot feeling stale and long-winded. Secondly, with a plethora of revolving characters (particularly the boys, introduced and dropped so quickly) I found myself frequently misremembering who was whom, thus losing interest in their storylines.

Overall though, Flyy Girl is a vibrant and spunky coming-of-age, definitely fit and ready for a a republication!

I read Flyy Girl when I was younger, and it hit different then. When I found out that it was being re-released, I was excited. Since it’s been decades since I read it the first time, I went into it with fresh eyes, and the only thing I wasn’t a fan of was the ending.

I loved how it was a multiple POV without each chapter being about a different person. It felt like watching a TV show rather than reading a book as Omar Tyree took us through each character's thoughts and lives.

This book was such a fun escape! It's got that perfect blend of juicy drama and exciting plot twists that kept me hooked. The 80s setting was amazing – it really brought back those nostalgic feelings. Definitely recommend this one if you want a lighthearted but captivating read. Thank you to Atria Books and NetGalley for this ARC.

Reading this book again brought back so many memories. I remember reading this as a teen and loving it. And now it was no different. It was so nostalgic.

I first read Flyy Girl in high school, again in college, and now—reading it in my 30s—it hits completely different. This is the urban fiction I grew up on, and it still holds up as a true classic. The nostalgia was real, and even though I knew what was coming, I was just as pulled in as the first time.

Tracy's story is raw, bold, and unapologetically real. The character development still stands out—watching her grow, fall, and learn is what keeps this book timeless. And can we talk about the new cover? Obsessed.

No matter how many times I come back to it, Flyy Girl reminds me why I fell in love with urban fiction in the first place. A forever favorite.

Old school classic….chatting about this book with my mom and had a full on discussion about my thoughts from this current state vs when she first read the book in high school. Very interesting read.

An urban classic! I read this book in high school and I'm so glad this book is getting new life breathed into it. A great, insightful read!

Okay, so "Flyy Girl" by Omar Tyree? This book is still amazing! I remember being just 14, sneaking this read and then passing it around to all my friends like it was some kind of secret. Rereading it now in my 30s just takes me right back. Good memories. I seriously love this book.

I know some people get all weird with urban fiction, but come on, this was real life for somebody back in the day. This was the 80s! Looking back, yeah, Tracy was doing the most, for sure. Did she make the best decisions? Nope. Honestly, I'm not even sure my parents were making the best decisions letting me read it at 14, LOL. But hey, it is what it is.

But being an adult now? All the stuff Tracy went through just makes me love the book even more. I was literally talking to the pages like, 'Girl, why would you do that?!' SMH. Overall, I'm still feeling this book just as much as I did way back when, like 21 years ago – crazy!"

Thank you to NetGalley and the publishers for the opportunity to reflect on this classic once again.

The first time I read this book, I was sixteen, and it was the spark that ignited my love for reading. It came from my cousin and kept me glued for days during the summer. Back then, I admired Tracy and wanted her confidence and freedom, even if I knew deep down it wasn’t really me. Now, years later, rereading Flyy Girl as an adult, I see Tracy differently: a girl who’s lost, reactive, and molded too much by her environment. I relate more now to Raheema, her quieter and more grounded friend.

As for the writing, I found myself a bit more critical this time around. Tracy's voice didn’t always align with the world the author built for her. Coming from an affluent Black household, her grammar and slang often felt exaggerated or misplaced. Still, that doesn’t erase the book’s impact—especially for young Black readers who finally saw someone that looked, spoke, and felt like them.

No matter how much time goes by, I’ll always give Flyy Girl credit for being my gateway into reading for pleasure. It’s a cultural time capsule, a mirror for many young women, and a piece of nostalgia that shaped my early reading years. For that, I’m giving it four stars—three for the story, and one for the place it holds in my heart.

30 years and still feel the same after reading again. Excited about the tour! Omar a classic is never old. It's just sweeter than the days before.

AMAZINGGGG Read. Nice cover change as well read this when I was younger glad to see it’ll be rereleased

I read this book years ago when I was a teen. I wanted to spin the block to see if it hit the same and honestly I tried to get into it. Despite the author interview I was gonna give it a chance again cause when I was young I did enjoy it. But his interview plays in my head & distracted me from the book to the point I had to DNF at a point. Now his books not bad so I won’t take that away from him but I just can’t support him 😩. It’s disappointing.

I really think it unfair to rate this without me finishing so I’m gonna gracefully give this a calm 3⭐️ even tho I couldn’t finish this time around.

I read this book years ago when I was a teen. I honestly wanted to see if it was just as good but now in my 30s, I really can’t connect so I had to DNF. I also think the author himself plays a big part in why I couldn’t finish either.

Not sure why I reread this. I think I thought it was a sequel. In any event, reading this in my fifties definitely is a different experience then when I initially read it. The main character is immature, and the writing doesn't explore a plot past her being boy crazy, along with the bad decisions she makes. The supporting teen age characters have no depth, and this was a DO NOT FINISH for me,
After seeing recent interviews with the author, it seems that his real-life persona matches the characters he writes about.

Still a timeless classic. Tracy was still that girl becoming to grown and growing up too early, it is still relateable to this day. This was one of my favorite reads growing up and the re release for this book is worth it. Happy Reading!! Thank you Net Galley and Atria Books for the Kindle Edition of this book.

Reading Flyy Girl was like being handed a diary from someone who grew up fast, loved hard, and made a lot of mistakes along the way—but never stopped trying to figure out who she was. Tracy Ellison isn’t just a character; she feels like that girl you knew in high school. Maybe you were her, maybe you judged her, maybe you admired her confidence and envied her freedom, but you definitely knew her.
What struck me the most was how real it all felt. Tracy is smart, bold, and unapologetically herself—even when “herself” is messy or self-destructive. She’s obsessed with image, attention, and the power that comes with being desired, but beneath that, she’s just a young girl trying to fill a void she doesn’t fully understand. Watching her grow up—through love, heartbreak, partying, clout-chasing, and deep disappointment—was like watching someone you care about make all the wrong moves and still wanting the best for her.
Omar Tyree doesn’t sugarcoat anything. The writing is raw, sometimes blunt to a fault, and you can tell he wasn’t trying to win literary awards—he was trying to tell the truth. And that’s what makes this book special. It captures a specific era, a specific vibe of 1980s Black culture, and a very specific type of coming-of-age that a lot of girls (especially Black girls) experienced but rarely saw reflected in books.
Was it perfect? No. Some parts felt dated or overly dramatic, and there were definitely moments where I wished for more introspection. But Flyy Girl wasn’t trying to be polished—it was trying to be honest. And that hit harder than anything else.
If you’ve ever been a teenage girl trying to make sense of your worth in a world that constantly misjudges you, this book will resonate. It’s not just a story about Tracy—it’s a story about growing up too fast, learning to love yourself the hard way, and trying to find your way back to who you really are.

From the very first page, this book draws you into its world with engaging prose, well-developed characters, and a compelling narrative. The author's storytelling is confident and immersive, weaving together themes that resonate long after the final chapter.

I love this book when I was growing up and still love it now it brought back that nostalgia feeling and I loved every minute of it

Read this in high school. I'm now in my 40s. This book is still amazing, and a classic. Back then I never realized Tracy did all this stuff while in middle school. It's not unbelievable though. I remember having a lot of "fast" friends. Omar Tyree is an amazing writer, and this book is still relevant now. Probably more so. It has very mature themes, but it needs to be read.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for the ARC of the book.