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Publication
Kokila (2022), 416 pages
Description
Propelled by his best friend's impending move out of state and inspired by Ferris Bueller's Day Off, sixteen-year-old Harrison plans a farewell through Baltimore that includes a road trip, their first Pride, and a rooftop dance party.
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LibraryThing member m.belljackson
Harrison engineers a Ferris Bueller's send-off when his best friend, Linus, quietly announces that his father is moving him to Charleston, far from their beloved Baltimore and the friendship they had enjoyed and new adventures they had planned.
Various odd complications result in Linus fleeing the
This is far from their their happy meeting Cemetery high above Baltimore, yet their day ends with the promise to seek out a new cemetery together in Charleston.
Readers may wonder about the bonding conversations the two African American fathers have around their gay kids. As well, it would be welcome to know more about Corinne's personality and motivations.
Both young men discovered that getting so the future doesn't cause fear can be exhilarating and fun. They do rather go on too long with the deep meanings of their love and friendship.
The only "huh?" goes toward the weird white dude allowed to chase them around.
This added nothing to the plot, along with "smooches" and Parent apps.
Various odd complications result in Linus fleeing the
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African American Museum which was Harrison's high priority for him given his love of history. The script of the day flattens out, then picks up wildly when Harrison is mistaken for a Jamal and they proceed with Linus' funny friends and Harrison's protective sister, Corinne, to a swimming pool and on to a rip-roaring Pride Parade and the Gay Heaven Tea House Party!This is far from their their happy meeting Cemetery high above Baltimore, yet their day ends with the promise to seek out a new cemetery together in Charleston.
Readers may wonder about the bonding conversations the two African American fathers have around their gay kids. As well, it would be welcome to know more about Corinne's personality and motivations.
Both young men discovered that getting so the future doesn't cause fear can be exhilarating and fun. They do rather go on too long with the deep meanings of their love and friendship.
The only "huh?" goes toward the weird white dude allowed to chase them around.
This added nothing to the plot, along with "smooches" and Parent apps.
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LibraryThing member alliepascal
“You got a real star-crossed friendship here, Linus.”
This is a one of a kind book that apologizes for absolutely nothing and I loved it. It’s about two queer black teenagers who are best friends, and it celebrates that friendship so beautifully. It’s also the kind of book I tabbed a lot
I love Linus and Harrison’s friendship so much! They way they play off each other and joke around but are able to be heartfelt with each other too is perfect. I do think that their voices blend and get confused at times, even when you’re mid-way through the book and get to know them better. But it’s a bit more true to life, in my opinion. Best friends are usually best friends because they're similar, and sometimes when you really like someone you start to take on their manner of speech and such.
The plot is fun; a little slow but I enjoyed my time with it. One thing I'm not sure how to feel about is the fact that this book is purposefully set in a “post-pandemic” world. I feel like the book would’ve been the same without it, but on the other hand the inclusions makes it a thing of the past and that’s hopeful.
This is a one of a kind book that apologizes for absolutely nothing and I loved it. It’s about two queer black teenagers who are best friends, and it celebrates that friendship so beautifully. It’s also the kind of book I tabbed a lot
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because the writing was charming and excellent.I love Linus and Harrison’s friendship so much! They way they play off each other and joke around but are able to be heartfelt with each other too is perfect. I do think that their voices blend and get confused at times, even when you’re mid-way through the book and get to know them better. But it’s a bit more true to life, in my opinion. Best friends are usually best friends because they're similar, and sometimes when you really like someone you start to take on their manner of speech and such.
The plot is fun; a little slow but I enjoyed my time with it. One thing I'm not sure how to feel about is the fact that this book is purposefully set in a “post-pandemic” world. I feel like the book would’ve been the same without it, but on the other hand the inclusions makes it a thing of the past and that’s hopeful.
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LibraryThing member shannonkearns
Adorable. Joy filled. Lovely.
LibraryThing member ikarladee
I was so lucky to receive this book right around summer because it is the perfect summer read about friends and it's LGBTQ so put it on your list for June or any other month really
Awards
Three Stars Book Award (Nominee — High School — 2023)
ALA Rainbow Book List (Selection — 2023)
Physical description
416 p.; 8.53 inches
ISBN
0593326180 / 9780593326183