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184 pp.
| Holt/Ottaviano |
May, 2009 |
TradeISBN 978-0-8050-8122-0$16.99
(2)
YA
David begins a furtive sexual relationship with his teammate Sean. But Sean's denials of his homosexuality begin to weigh on David, who questions whether their relationship will ever evolve. Bantle's writing is crisp and spare, with no sentimentality or long-winded introspection. A refreshing contribution to the "coming out" genre and a powerful example of an honest teen voice.