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A few titles on... || Love and Sexuality ||

4/5/2015

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Between prom-posals and the warm, sunny weather it seems like spring always seems to make the lovebirds come out in full force. The following books are all about the many types of love, intimacy, and heart-break. These three titles talk about love on the rocks, but if you're looking for warm and fuzzy suggestions- feel free to email me. 

-Ms. Kelly

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Title: Blankets

Author: 
Craig Thompson

One Sentence Summary:
In this coming-of-age autobiographical graphic novel, Craig finds himself wrapped up in love, tragedy, and a faith which seems to be breaking. 

Where I found the book: Boston Public Library - Mattapan Branch

What makes it great: 
This book is a behemoth of a graphic novel at 592 pages. A review on the Barnes and Noble website states that the book "may well be the single largest graphic novel ever published without being serialized first." That being said- the novel is worth every page. The illustrations are vivid and gorgeous. New York Times reviewer Ken Tucker summarizes the book best: "In telling his story, which includes beautifully rendered memories of the small brutalities that parents inflict upon their children and siblings upon each other, Thompson describes the ecstasy and ache of obsession (with a lover, with God) and is unafraid to suggest the ways that obsession can consume itself and evaporate".


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Title: Embroideries

Author: 
Marjane Satrapi

One Sentence Summary:
Written and illustrated by Marjane Satrapi (Persepolis) this graphic novel is autobiographical discussion of love, virginity, and marriage with a group of Iranian women over an afternoon tea. 

Where I found the book: Boston Public Library - Mattapan Branch

Why you should read it:
I first fell in love with Satrapi's illustration and story after reading Persepolis. Like Persepolis this book focuses on understanding the plight of women living in Iran and the lengths they will go to live up to Iranian femininity and piety. The novel is incredibly candid- Satrapi holds nothing back. Some of the stories told over tea are horrifying- others hilarious. If you come from a family with a bunch of crazy aunts- you'll feel right at home in Embroideries. If not, you are certain to learn amazing stories about Iranian marriage culture.


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Title: Luna

Author:
Julie Anne Peters

One Sentence Summary:
Luna (formerly Liam) is a Transgender teen who hopes to emerge as a girl with the help of his sister- but she's not sure how she'll be received.  

Where I found the book: Wakefield High School - Gov. Volpe Library

Why you should read it:
This is a touching story about sibling love and love for one's parents. The lives of transgender teens are often difficult and many LGBTQI teens suffer in silence. While this book is not perfect, nor an all encompassing portrayal of how to be a respectful ally, it is groundbreaking as young adult literature.

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