Staff Pick
This book is a warm hug to queer teens everywhere, and a shoulder to sob on for queer adults who never got one. I wish this adorable story could go down in history like Hinton's The Outsiders, but with state governments and school systems working hard to "not say gay," it doesn't seem likely. Heartbreaking to think that a book so pure in form could be seen as something worth banning. Hold this book tightly. Recommended By Stacy W., Powells.com
Synopses & Reviews
Synopsis
National bestselling author Phil Stamper crafts the perfect summer friendship story, starring four queer boys with big hearts and even bigger dreams.
It's the summer before senior year. Gabriel, Reese, Sal, and Heath are best friends, bonded in their small, rural town by their queerness, their good grades, and their big dreams. But they have plans for the summer, each about to embark on a new adventure.
Gabriel is interning at an environmental nonprofit in Boston.
Reese is attending design school in Paris.
Sal is volunteering on Capitol Hill for a senator.
Heath is heading to Florida, to help out at his aunt's boardwalk arcade.
What will this season of world-expanding travel and life-changing experiences mean for each of them--and for their friendship?
Phil Stamper treats readers to an emotionally resonant summer story, full of aspirational experiences, sweet romance, and joyously affirming friendship.