Every middle school and public library should have a copy of “The other boy” in its collection. Through reading Shane’s story in this finely crafted novel, it is hoped they will learn acceptance and tolerance. Hennessey’s young readers have the opportunity to learn about the many difficulties and challenges, as well as the hopes and fears, faced by transgender boys and girls. Once I started reading “The other boy” I couldn’t put it down, and finished it in one sitting. With his secret getting closer to exposure every day Shane will soon learn that truth comes with a price, and will have to decide if he is willing to pay it. With his days filled with baseball, his friendship with Josh, and designing his very own graphic novel, he is finally getting to become the person he always knew he should be.ĭespite his rosy outside life, Shane is hiding a secret that would change everything about his life if anyone ever found out about it. When he and his mom left San Francisco for Los Angeles three years ago, Shane never looked back. Even though his dad hasn’t made too many attempts to be part of his life or to come for visits after his parents divorce, Shane is doing just fine without him. A book that Jill Soloway, the award-winning creator of Transparent. Video games and baseball consume their every waking moment, and girls are making an appearance. The Other Boy A beautifully heartfelt story about one boys journey toward acceptance. Shane and his best friend Josh are in sixth grade.
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