The Dangerous Art of Blending In

Reviewed by: Noelle Gallant - Saco Middle School, Saco, Southern Maine Library District

Review Date: June 6, 2018

Review

Greek-American Evan Panos has just turned 18 and he needs to move out. His mother is abusive and his father avoids confronting the issues tearing the family apart. Evan's mother becomes increasingly abusive just as Evan begins to consider his sexuality and question his faith. Because this novel confronts identity, self-discovery, and finding personal power, it will appeal to readers who appreciate coming-of-age stories, especially those with LGBQT+ motifs.

Overall Book Score: excellent

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About the Book

Author:

Surmelis, Angelo

Illustrator: ,

Publisher: Balzer + Bray - an Imprint of HarperCollins

Book Type: Choose Book Type

Genre: realistic fiction

Audience: grades 10-12

Binding Type: trade edition

Binding Quality: very good

ISBN: 9780062659002

Price: 17.99