Jack of Hearts (And Other Parts)

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Humane, sex-positive writing of the funniest, filthiest and most heartening kind. Jack of Hearts might be the most important queer novel of the decade Contemporary sex advice meets mystery in this high school story of bullying and being true to oneself . . . an essential addition to library collections that serve teens. Jack of Hearts (And Other Parts) is the sex ed class you didn't get in high school - positive, frank and inclusive, but also hilarious, heartfelt and impossibly fun. This book is like a hug that also slaps you on the ass (in the consensual flirtatious sexy way). A fierce, frank high school thriller which depicts gay intimacy in a sex positive and unapologetic way. This book is filth It's the book about high school that gives you the sex ed class desperately lacking from high school education. The affirming, sex-positive, brilliant new book that puts the "adult" into young adult literature Readers will be talking about Jack for years to come I know that when I was coming out I would have loved to have been able to pick up a book that did not ignore or demonise gay sex Jack of Hearts' is a confidently queer story that breaks away from the stereotypes to create refreshing and relatable characters The book I needed growing up as an isolated gay teen in a straight boy's world A joyously sex positive exploration through teenage life with an unashamedly unapologetic queer hero Dispenses sex advice that could be vital to young adult readers Tackles subjects that many would rather bury and pretend teens don't want (or need) to talk about A sex-positive and thoughtful romp with humour and heart A bold, inclusive exploration of teen sexuality that, propelled by Jack's brazen voice, never feels preachy Rosen (The Memory Wall) creates memorable protagonists and brings a fresh, frank voice to his YA debut Expand reviews