None of the Above by I.W. Gregorio (English) Paperback Book

Description: None of the Above by I.W. Gregorio A teenage girl discovers shes intersex, and then has her secret revealed to her entire school. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description "None of the Above is a powerful story of discovering ones true identity. This book will open hearts and change minds."--Stephen Chbosky, bestselling author of The Perks of Being a WallflowerNow in paperback--this relatable and groundbreaking story for the LGBTQIA+ audience is about a teenage girl who discovers she was born intersex . . . and what happens when her secret is revealed to the entire school. Perfect for fans of If I Was Your Girl and Ask the Passengers.When Kristin Lattimer is voted homecoming queen, it seems like another piece of her ideal life has fallen into place. Shes a champion hurdler with a full scholarship to college and shes madly in love with her boyfriend. In fact, shes decided that shes ready to take things to the next level with him.But Kristins first time isnt the perfect moment shes planned--something is very wrong. A visit to the doctor reveals the truth: Kristin is intersex, which means that though she outwardly looks like a girl, she has male chromosomes, not to mention boy "parts."Dealing with her body is difficult enough, but when her diagnosis is leaked to the whole school, Kristins entire identity is thrown into question. As her world unravels, can she come to terms with her new self? Incredibly compelling and sensitively told, None of the Above is a thought-provoking novel that explores what it means to be a boy, a girl, or something in between. Author Biography I. W. Gregorio is a practicing surgeon by day, masked avenging YA writer by night. After getting her MD, she did her residency at Stanford, where she met the intersex patient who inspired None of the Above, her debut novel. She is also a founding member of the We Need Diverse Books team. A recovering ice hockey player, she lives in Pennsylvania with her husband and two children. Review "None of the Above is a powerful story of discovering ones true identity. This book will open hearts and change minds." -- Stephen Chbosky, bestselling author of The Perks of Being a Wallflower"[A] provocative and enlightening first novel...will strike a familiar chord with any reader who has felt estranged." -- Publishers Weekly (starred review)"I couldnt put this book down--it opened my mind in ways that few books have done before." -- Jacqueline Woodson, award-winning author of Brown Girl Dreaming"Noble, daring and necessary--IW Gregorios groundbreaking debut is a bittersweet, painful and ultimately life-affirming voyage of identity." -- Elizabeth Wein, award-winning & NYT bestselling author of Code Name Verity"Like the beloved physician she is, I. W. Gregorio brings rare knowledge and acute empathy to the illumination of an anatomical difference--and to the teens who discover, in the nick of time, the saving grace of knowing and being ones truest self. A book unlike any other." -- Beth Kephart, award-winning author of Going Over and Small Damages"None of the Above is a sensitive, beautifully written story, told with heart (break) and humor. Gregorio deftly explores the isolation of being other in a highly relatable way. Bravo!" -- Kristin Elizabeth Clark, author of FREAKBOY"Engaging and well paced, with smart young characters...a useful introduction to...intersexuality." -- School Library Journal"Sensitive, informative and a valuable resource" -- Kirkus Reviews"None of the Above rises above most young adult fiction because it has potential to evoke significant change...[A] compelling and touching narrative." -- Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA)"[A] remarkable novel...Eye-opening and important." -- Booklist"Kristins struggle with her identity is wrenching and authentically conveyed." -- Bulletin of the Center for Childrens Books Review Quote "Sensitive, informative and a valuable resource" Details ISBN0062335324 Author I.W. Gregorio Short Title NONE OF THE ABOVE Pages 352 Language English ISBN-10 0062335324 ISBN-13 9780062335326 Media Book Format Paperback DEWEY FIC Year 2017 Publication Date 2017-04-04 UK Release Date 2017-04-04 Audience Age 14 Audience Teenage / Young adult Publisher HarperCollins Publishers Inc Imprint Collins Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States US Release Date 2017-04-04 Imprint US Balzer + Bray Publisher US HarperCollins We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:102066909;

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