Synchro Boy

Name: Synchro Boy
Brand: Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
SKU: 9781551527444
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By Shannon McFerran

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Summary

Synchro Boy by Shannon McFerran delves into the vibrant world of synchronous swimming through the eyes of the protagonist, Bart. As Bart navigates the challenges of high school and the intense demands of his sport, he learns about identity, acceptance, and self-discovery, all while striving to excel in an environment that is often reluctant to accept male synchronised swimmers. This heartfelt tale encourages readers to embrace their true selves, despite the obstacles and judgments they may encounter.
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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?

You might enjoy this book if you are intrigued by captivating stories about self-discovery and the struggles of growing up. It explores themes such as identity and friendship through the lens of a young male synchronised swimmer. This coming-of-age tale is likely to appeal to those interested in sports, personal challenges, and heartfelt narratives.

Synchro Boy

Age range 14+ Bart is a teenaged boy drawn to synchronized swimming, which puts his masculinity - and worse, his own expectations - into question .

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Age range 14+

Bart is a teenaged boy drawn to synchronized swimming, which puts his masculinity - and worse, his own expectations - into question.

Sixteen-year-oldBart Lively desperately wants to feel comfortable in his own skin. Being a jockdoesn't mean he isn't the target of gay jokes, and the macho culture of hisswim team is wearing him down. When he gives in to his curiosity and triessynchronized swimming, he discovers he has a natural talent -- not to mention aspark with one of the girls. So when Erika Tenaka asks him to swim the mixedduet with her, he commits to taking them all the way to the Olympics.

Butjudges' scores and Erika's sudden decision to quit the duet threaten to derailBart's dream and kill what made the sport so liberating and alluring in thefirst place. And it doesn't help that as he falls in love with Erika, he'sfalling in lust with her frenemy ... not to mention a cute boy in the divingclub.

Ultimately,Bart will have to give in to his intuition as it leads him to realize there aremany ways to be a boy. If he doesn't, he'll lose not only his friendship withErika but also his new Olympic dream - and the joy he feels as he dances in thedeep.

'Synchro Boy is the kindof book the world needs more of: a book that challenges readers to think moredeeply about gender and gender expression. Bart's story -- of a boy who hasnever fit easily into a gender stereotyped box, who has endured years of genderpolicing, who is bravely determined to find his own path in both sports andrelationships -- is an important and powerful one. Readers will cheer Bart onas he swims his way towards "living a different kind of maleness.' RobinStevenson, author of Pride: Celebrating Diversity & Community

'Synchro Boy is a funny, bittersweet story of a teenaged boy'sself-awareness and acceptance, set within that ultimate crucible of teenagelust: the swimming pool. By joining synchro, Bart pushes against the narrowcage of masculinity, only to discover just how hard the bars will push back.Armed with perseverance, hope, and some edifying relationships, he finds thecourage to follow his synchro dreams. Readers will come to know and appreciatethe challenge and camaraderie of synchronized swimming.' Douglas Davey, authorof Switch

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?

Synchro Boy by Shannon McFerran receives praise for its authentic portrayal of synchronized swimming and its exploration of male sexuality and identity. Reviews highlight Bart’s journey towards self-acceptance as he embraces being bisexual and challenges traditional masculinity. The book is noted for its humour, emotional depth, and the encouragement it provides for readers to reconsider gender norms, with Bart portrayed as a character whose perseverance and courage inspire.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781551527444

Publisher: Arsenal Pulp Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 10 January 2019

Country: Canada

Imprint: Arsenal Pulp Press

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 203.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 274

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Children's Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Shannon McFerran

About the Author

Shannon McFerran studied writing at the University of Victoria, and earned an MFA in Creative Writing from the University of British Columbia. She has published short stories in numerous literary magazines and a YA anthology. Synchro Boy is her first novel.