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Some Girls Do

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Some Girls Do by Jennifer Dugan explores the intersecting worlds of two teenage girls: Ruby, a track star forced to transfer schools after coming out, and Morgan, a rebellious mechanic with a rusty collection of cars and her own struggles. As their lives collide, the story navigates the complicated dance of identity, love, and self-acceptance. Against the backdrop of high school dynamics, both characters confront their truths while dealing with societal expectations and personal desires.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy stories about self-discovery and navigating the complexities of relationships. It follows a blossoming relationship between two girls from different worlds, one openly queer and the other grappling with societal expectations and acceptance. You'll appreciate its blend of romance, identity exploration, and teenage resilience.

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Some Girls Do

"An openly gay track star falls for a closeted, bisexual teen beauty queen with a penchant for fixing up old cars"--

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In this YA contemporary queer romance from the author of Hot Dog Girl, an openly gay track star falls for a closeted, bisexual teen beauty queen with a penchant for fixing up old cars. Now available in paperback!

In this YA contemporary queer romance from the author of Hot Dog Girl, an openly gay track star falls for a closeted, bisexual teen beauty queen with a penchant for fixing up old cars.

"Earnest, wistful, romantic, and real." -Casey McQuiston, New York Times bestselling author of Red, White & Royal Blue

Morgan, an elite track athlete, is forced to transfer high schools late in her senior year after it turns out being queer is against her private Catholic school's code of conduct. There, she meets Ruby, who has two hobbies—tinkering with her baby blue 1970 Ford Torino and competing in local beauty pageants, the latter to live out the dreams of her overbearing mother.

The two are drawn to each other and can't deny their growing feelings. But while Morgan—out and proud, and determined to have a fresh start—doesn't want to have to keep their budding relationship a secret, Ruby isn't ready to come out yet. With each girl on a different path toward living her truth, can they go the distance together?

"Beautiful, necessary, and completely irresistible." -Becky Albertalli, New York Times bestselling author of Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda

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Some Girls Do by Jennifer Dugan is praised for its smart, heartfelt teen romance with strong Sapphic tones, capturing first love's intensity. Critics commend its empathetic portrayal of serious themes like identity and queer visibility, alongside a gripping enemies-to-lovers narrative. Reviewers highlight the well-crafted characters and the nuanced storytelling, making it a powerful addition to young adult literature.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780593112557

Publisher: Penguin Putnam Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 19 April 2022

Country: United States

Imprint: G.P.Putnam's Sons Books for Young Readers'

Audience: Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 23.0mm

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 210.0mm

Weight: 312g

Pages: 352

About the Author

Jennifer Dugan is a writer, a geek, and a romantic who writes the kinds of stories she wishes she'd had growing up. She's the author of the graphic novel Coven, as well as the young adult novels Playing For Keeps, The Last Girls Standing, Melt With You, Some Girls Do, Verona Comics, and Hot Dog Girl, which was called "a great, fizzy rom-com" by Entertainment Weekly and "one of the best reads of the year, hands down" by Paste magazine. She lives in upstate New York with her family, their dog, a strange kitten who enjoys wearing sweaters, and an evil cat who is no doubt planning to take over the world. Follow her online @JL_Dugan.

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