Ruby "Dilemma" McNair is remarkable. She doesn't excel in school or in any of the ways that her parents dream of, but she is, however, skilled at some things. Like causing trouble, making commitments, track and field and listening to strangers' advice. So, first comes the hair cut. Then the comments. Then her realization. At the age of 17, she is nearly eighteen, so why not do as she wishes? She's grown up, and done with other peoples shit.