About This Book
A parent might reach for this book when their teenager is navigating the isolating intersection of profound grief and the vulnerability of coming out. It addresses the heavy reality of life after a parent's suicide, alongside the universal but painful experience of falling for someone who cannot return those feelings. Mike is a butch, athletic sixteen year old living in a small town who finds herself captivated by Xanadu, a new girl who is her complete opposite. This story explores self acceptance, the complexity of family dynamics in the wake of tragedy, and the courage it takes to be oneself in a restrictive environment. It is a raw, honest look at identity suitable for older teens who are ready to engage with serious emotional themes and realistic depictions of unrequited love.
