Ben navigates the complexities of his first real relationship, grappling with his identity and the expectations of those around him.
Author
Bill Konigsberg
7 books in the catalog
Bill Konigsberg has 7 books in our catalog of Christian parent reviews, mostly realistic fiction, lgbtq+ and contemporary. The titles we've reviewed span 2008 to 2017.
Recommended for readers roughly ages 14–18, based on our reviewers' age guidance.
Recurring virtues across Bill Konigsberg's work include love. Parents most often flag sexuality themes and sexual content — see each review below for specifics.
Two teenage boys, one dealing with a family secret and the other with a recent breakup, embark on a road trip to find a legendary porcupine.
Rafe Goldberg, who is gay, pretends to be straight to fit in at his new school. He navigates friendships, relationships, and his own identity.
A gay teenager grapples with his identity and relationships while navigating the complexities of high school.
This historical fiction novel explores the experiences of a Jewish teenager during a period of intense antisemitism and societal upheaval.
Two teenage boys from different worlds fall in love while navigating the challenges of their identities and the complexities of their relationship.
This novel follows a gay teenager who embarks on a road trip across America with his friends.
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