by Peter Mayle
First published 1975
Fourteen-year-old Peter's body is transforming, and he's unsure how to handle it. As he navigates the awkwardness of growing up, he must confront the anxiety and confusion that come with maturing. Feeling isolated from his family, Peter searches for answers about the physical and emotional changes he's experiencing. With honesty and vulnerability, he explores the universal challenges of adolescence, from hormonal shifts to social pressures. Through it all, Peter must find the courage to accept himself and embrace the person he is becoming.
Genres: fiction, family, coming-of-age, adolescence
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: coming-of-age, family-dynamics
Period: 20th-century, 21st-century
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