Powerful." - School Library Journal (starred review) "A compelling story of young people sorting through conflicting messages and social pressures around sexuality and relationships. "With true-to-life characters and a straightforward handling of sex, including often ignored aspects of male sexuality, Giles's thoughtful, hilarious read offers a timely viewpoint on religion, toxic masculinity, and teen sexuality." ( Publishers Weekly, "An Anti-Racist Children's and YA Reading List") But as he plots and plans, he neglects to ask the most important question: What does Kiera want? He can't think about that too much, though, because once he gets the girl, it'll all sort itself out. With other boys circling Kiera like sharks, Del needs to make his move fast. In exchange, Del just has to get answers to the Pledgers' questions.about sex ed. But Del's not about to lose his dream girl, and that's where fellow pledger Jameer comes in. His dad thinks his wires are crossed, and his best friend, Qwan, doesn't believe any girl is worth the long game. Though he quickly realizes he's inadvertently signed up for a Purity Pledge. So when Kiera volunteers for an opportunity at their church, Del's right behind her. And now, during their junior year, she's finally available. Two-time Edgar Award finalist Lamar Giles spotlights the consequences of societal pressure, confronts toxic masculinity, and explores the complexity of what it means to be a "real man."ĭel has had a crush on Kiera Westing since kindergarten.
Reynolds)Ĥ starred reviews! * An Indie Next List Pick! * Named one of Bank Street College of Education's Best Children's Books of the Year! Jackson) "Heartfelt and hilarious on every page!" (Justin A. I couldn't put it down." (Nic Stone) "I laughed, I gasped, I church grunted through every chapter." (Tiffany D. With all this plotting and scheming, Del never really stops to think what does Kiera want? No matter, though-once he gets the girl, he’s sure it will all sort itself out."Hysterical. He can put in the good word, and with other boys circling Kiera like sharks, Del needs to make his move ASAP. His best friend, Qwan, doesn’t believe any girl is worth the long game. So when Kiera volunteers for an opportunity at their church, Del’s right behind her. Two-time Edgar Award Finalist Lamar Giles delivers his first contemporary YA-an eye-opening novel that spotlights societal pressures, confronts toxic masculinity, and begs the question: what does it mean to be a “real man”?ĭel has had a crush on Kiera Westing since forever, and now she’s finally available. Critically acclaimed authors Lamar Giles and Elizabeth Acevedo (New York Times Bestseller, National Book Award and Carnegie Medal Winner) discuss Lamar's latest contemporary masterpiece Not So Pure and Simple.
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