Tag: #ComingOfAge

A Thrilling Tale of Secrets and Identity in Hidden by Olivia Gold (Book Review #2047)

In Hidden, Olivia Gold takes readers on a pulse-pounding journey with Xander Hall, a middle schooler who is an expert at blending into the background—until a sudden and unexpected threat turns his world upside down. When two seemingly innocent “dog groomers” invade his home… Continue Reading “A Thrilling Tale of Secrets and Identity in Hidden by Olivia Gold (Book Review #2047)”

Flew Too High by Louie Mandrapilias (Book Review #2042)

Flew Too High by Louie Mandrapilias is a raw and thought-provoking LGBTQ+ coming-of-age memoir that explores the complexities of identity, drug smuggling, and personal transformation. The story follows Louie, a gay college student from the South, as he navigates his coming-out journey in the… Continue Reading “Flew Too High by Louie Mandrapilias (Book Review #2042)”

The Drowners by David A. Anderson (Book Review #2040)

A Journey of Self-Acceptance and Love in The Drowners David A. Anderson’s The Drowners is a compelling and heart-wrenching exploration of a young man’s journey toward self-acceptance and love. Set in Dublin in 1995, the novel follows Aaron Murphy, a troubled teen starting fresh… Continue Reading “The Drowners by David A. Anderson (Book Review #2040)”

Istanbul Crossing by Timothy Jay Smith (Book Review #2034)

Istanbul Crossing is a gripping and thought-provoking literary thriller by Timothy Jay Smith, which tells the story of Ahdaf, a gay Syrian refugee whose life is caught in a deadly web of politics, love, and survival. Ahdaf flees Syria after witnessing the brutal execution… Continue Reading “Istanbul Crossing by Timothy Jay Smith (Book Review #2034)”