Living with his emotionally distant father for the summer in the gay resort town of Ogunquit, Maine, Danny wishes he had "someone to relate to." Danny befriends Hector, a coworker at Dishes, a local bar. Hector has a crush on Danny, who's straight, and Danny wants to be clear that he's not interested. But when Hector starts hooking up with Chase, a shameless player, Danny is concerned. His reaction surprises him and prompts his new girlfriend, Mercy, to question his sexuality. Danny wonders: if he and Hector are just friends, why is he so upset about Chase?
Summary In the hopes of reconnecting with his mostly absent father, Danny has come for the summer to work at Dishes and live with Jack. But Jack isn’t around much, and Danny is getting lonely. Hector is friendly, but Danny doesn’t want him to get the wrong idea. Danny would much rather spend time with Mercy, the waitress at the Haddock Shack, but she’s not so sure Danny is straight.
Topics Homosexuality. Gay bars. Stereotypes. Summer jobs. Beach towns. Running. Parenting. Moonrises. Coming out of the closet. Softball. Homophobia. First dates. Tourists. Teenage pregnancy. Jealousy. The beach at night. Rain storms. Work schedules. Sleeping around. Fistfights. Engagements.
SRC Level 3.500000
SRC Points 10.000000
Lexile HL620L
Trim Size 5 1/2" x 8 1/4"
JLG Span Fall
Language English
Publication date 2008-09-30
JLG Release Date Jan 2009
Minimum grade 11
Maximum grade 12
Reading level High
Format Print
Mature Young Adult Plus (Grades 11 & Up)
Mature Young Adult Plus
Mature Young Adult Plus (Grades 11 & Up)
For Grades 11 & Up
Filled with stimulating nonfiction and can't-put-it-down fiction, this category is perfect for bridging the gap between young adult and adult reading. Take note: these 14 selections often contain mature situations and language that could be considered controversial.