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The Art of Being Normal

The Art of Being Normal

Published in
2015
3.91
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Description

Two boys. Two secrets. David Piper has always been an outsider. His parents think he’s gay. The school bully thinks he’s a freak. Only his two best friends know the real truth – David wants to be a girl. On the first day at his new school Leo Denton has one goal – to be invisible. Attracting the attention of the most beautiful girl in year eleven is definitely not part of that plan. When Leo stands up for David in a fight, an unlikely friendship forms. But things are about to get messy. Because at Eden Park School secrets have a funny habit of not staying secret for long…
Age
14-18
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
353 pages

Why to read

  • Explores complex themes of gender identity
  • Promotes empathy and understanding
  • Features relatable characters and realistic scenarios
  • Encourages discussion about diversity and acceptance