About This Book
Reach for this book when your middle-schooler is navigating the quiet, often confusing transition of a first crush or feeling adrift following a family divorce. The story follows Jeremy, who is spending a lonely summer with his father at a beach house while his parents' marriage ends. His world shifts when he meets Evan, a local boy who shares his fascination with birds. This is a gentle, secular, and deeply tender exploration of queer identity and first love. Parents will appreciate the way it validates a child's inner world, offering a roadmap for healthy communication and self-acceptance during a period of significant life change. It is perfectly pitched for ages 9 to 12, focusing on emotional connection and the beauty of finding someone who speaks your language.
