Book details
Some Girls Do
Description
In this YA contemporary queer romance from the author of Hot Dog Girl, an openly gay track star falls for a closeted, bisexual teen beauty queen with a penchant for fixing up old cars. Now available in paperback!Morgan, an elite track athlete, is forced to transfer high schools late in her senior year after it turns out being queer is against her private Catholic school's code of conduct. There, she meets Ruby, who has two hobbies: tinkering with her baby blue 1970 Ford Torino and competing in local beauty pageants, the latter to live out the dreams of her overbearing mother. The two are drawn to each other and can't deny their growing feelings. But while Morgan-out and proud, and determined to have a fresh start-doesn't want to have to keep their budding relationship a secret, Ruby isn't ready to come out yet. With each girl on a different path toward living her truth, will they be able to go the distance together?
Age
12-17
Text complexity
beginner
Length
352 pages
Why to read
- Empowering Representation: 'Some Girls Do' features strong LGBTQ+ characters and themes, providing representation and empowerment for readers who identify with the community or are seeking to understand diverse experiences.
- Complex Characters and Relationships: Jennifer Dugan crafts multidimensional characters with relatable struggles, growth, and relationships, offering readers a chance to connect with the protagonists on a deep level.
- Positive Messages: The book promotes messages of self-acceptance, resilience, and the importance of being true to oneself, which can inspire and encourage readers to embrace their own identities.
- Engaging Storytelling: With its engaging narrative and well-paced plot, 'Some Girls Do' keeps readers invested in the story, making it an enjoyable and compelling read for young adults and those interested in contemporary romance.