Book Bingo Round 22: Prize winning novel

I am so glad I left this square until the end else I would have possibly missed out on featuring this fabulous novel in Book Bingo, thought I could have use it for two squares this week, Author under 35 would have worked but I chose Prize Winning Novel as it definitely deserves its prize unlike some prize winning novels I have read. 

Invisible Boys by Holden Sheppard was an absolutely fabulous read. it left me feeling very emotional.

I think this is an important novel that everyone should read, gay or straight, old or young. I’m glad Holden Sheppard survived his journey to write this novel, I hope it helps give a voice to those who feel like they don’t have one – the Invisible ones.

This is a coming of age story, a coming-out story, a story of discovering who you are, or at least the start of discovering who you are.

It brings with it so many emotions, good and bad. It made me angry and disappointed at the adults who should have known better, especially the parents who should have supported their children regardless of their sexuality. It made me mad at the kids who were so cruel to Charlie, especially his so-called two best friends and bandmates. It made me hopeful when some of the kids stood up for and by Charlie. It made me sad that one or more of the characters couldn’t accept who he was. But it ended with hope.

Please check out my full review here.