Tag: #ComingOfAge

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)”