We Contain Multitudes

Name: We Contain Multitudes
Brand: Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
SKU: 9780316524636
Price: 21.99 NZD
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By Sarah Henstra

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We Contain Multitudes by Sarah Henstra is a young adult novel that explores the burgeoning friendship and romance between two high school boys, Jo and Kurl, through an exchange of letters. As they confide in each other about their lives, struggles, and dreams, they navigate the challenges of identity, family pressures, and societal expectations, ultimately forging a deep and transformative connection.
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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

This book may appeal to you if you enjoy tender and beautifully crafted stories about friendship and self-discovery. Told through letters between two teenage boys, it explores themes of love, identity, and resilience, capturing the complexities of their growing bond. If you're drawn to literature with emotionally rich characters and poetic writing, you might find this novel particularly captivating.

Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe meets Eleanor and Park in an exhilarating and emotional novel about the growing relationship between two teens boys, told through the letters they write to one another -- now in paperback!

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We Contain Multitudes by Sarah Henstra introduces us to Jonathan Hopkirk and Adam "Kurl" Kurlansky, who are partnered in English class for a weekly pen pal assignment. Through their letters, a friendship blossoms and eventually grows into love.

However, their relationship is challenged by homophobia, bullying, and devastating family secrets. Jonathan and Kurl must navigate these conflicts to hold onto their relationship and each other.

This rare and special novel celebrates love and life with engaging characters and stunning language, making it perfect for fans of Jandy Nelson, Nina LaCour, and David Levithan.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

We Contain Multitudes by Sarah Henstra is celebrated as both a compelling romance and a testament to the epistolary novel. Critics have praised its depth, with its characters' day-to-day lives and their journey toward vulnerability resonating profoundly with readers. The novel's exploration of self, intimacy, and classic themes through letters has captivated audiences, making it an unforgettable and emotionally rich experience.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780316524636

Publisher: Little, Brown & Company

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 04 June 2020

Country: United States

Imprint: Little, Brown Young Readers

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 30.0mm

Width: 138.0mm

Height: 208.0mm

Weight: 320g

Pages: 384

Collections

Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Fiction Sarah Henstra Young Adult

About the Author

Sarah Henstra is a professor of English at Ryerson University. Sarah is the author of the YA novel Mad Miss Mimic and the adult novel The Red Word. Sarah lives in Ontario, Canada.