Maya loves her mother, but shes also embarrassed by her. Mayas mother immigrated from Guatemala years before Maya was born. Still, she clings tightly to her roots and traditions. When lacrosse star Josh Williams suddenly expresses interest in Maya, shes excited to go on a real date. But Mayas mother isnt on board. Can Maya make her mother see shes ready to grow up and have more freedom? And can she do it before Josh loses interest and moves on to someone who isnt held down by their Guatemalan heritage?