by Garret Weyr
First published 2003
Ellen lives for the time she spends with her older brother Link and his best friend James. She worships Link, who excels at mathematics and runs track. She burns with love for James, captivated by his long eyelashes and mysterious smiles. Ellen believes her feelings for James will last forever. Then a classmate poses a simple question: could Link and James be romantically involved with each other? This possibility rocks Ellen's world. Everything she thought she understood about her family begins to crumble. The question forces Ellen to examine her assumptions about love, sexuality, and the people closest to her. She must find the courage to face truths that could destroy the relationships she treasures most.
Genres: romance, coming-of-age, contemporary, lgbt, family-drama
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: coming-of-age, found-family
Paperback · Young Picador