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Synopsis
Why does it matter whether I am a boy or a girl? But it does. It really, really matters. When Alex was born, the doctors described him as "sexually ambiguous," with both male and female reproductive organs. For the last fourteen years his parents have raised Alex as a boy. They dressed him in boys' clothes, sent him to a boys' school and gave him medication to help regulate his hormones. But last night at dinner, Alex made an announcement, three words that would change everything: "I'm a girl." And when Alex sets about changing her life - her wardrobe, her school, her entire identity - no one knows how to react, least of all her parents.
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About the Author
Alyssa Brugman has written several books for young adults, including Finding Grace and Walking Naked. She lives in Australia with her family.
Review
“This book tackles the delicate topic of being intersex and gives a lot of insight into the problems associated with it, while still being a very enjoyable fiction read.” ―The Guardian
“The story of biological intersex experience is rarely told, and this one is well related, with balanced attention to the challenges it poses for parents, peers, and the intersex person; the inclusion of characters who respect the stops, starts, missteps and courage of teens negotiating their gender identities adds an additional layer of sensitivity.” ―BCCB
“This slim but thought-provoking Australian import follows a 14-year-old intersex teen making the transition to being a girl.” ―Booklist
“Brugman tackles a sensitive issue with grace and grit . . . This work is best suited for fans of problem novels, teens struggling with identity issues of all kinds, and readers looking for a good contemporary fiction title that has teeth.” ―School Library Journal
“Confronting, thought-provoking and often surprisingly amusing, Alex As Well is an amazingly powerful story of a young woman in conflict.” ―Kids' Book Review
“Alex is a winning character.” ―Kirkus Reviews
“Brugman's beautiful writing offers . . . fearless honesty as well as . . . strong insight and a delightful sense of humour. . . . Readers of authors such as John Green will devour this novel.” ―Junior Bookseller & Publisher
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- PublisherCurious Fox
- Publication date2014
- ISBN 10 1782020896
- ISBN 13 9781782020899
- BindingPaperback
- Number of pages216
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