![]() And as Jake and his friends try to find a way to bring Pride to Barton Springs, it seems suspicious that the mayor's son, Brett, suddenly wants to spend time with Jake. When Jakes dad hangs a comically large pride flag in their front yard in an overblown show of love, the mayor begins to receive. While his family and friends are accepting and supportive, the same cant be said about everyone in their small town of Barton Springs, Ohio. Why can't they hold a pride festival in Barton Springs? The problem is, Jake knows he'll have to get approval from the town council, and the mayor won't be on his side. Jake is just starting to enjoy life as his schools first openly gay kid. A few people are even concerned the flag will lead to something truly outlandish: a pride parade.Įxcept Jake doesn't think that's a ridiculous idea. When Jake's dad hangs a comically large pride flag in their front yard in an overblown show of love, the mayor begins to receive complaints. While his family and friends are accepting and supportive, the same can't be said about everyone in their small town of Barton Springs, Ohio. Jake is just starting to enjoy life as his school's first openly gay kid. They are about to embark on the summer before senior. Gabriel, Reese, Sal, and Heath are best friends, bonded in their small rural town by their queerness, their good grades, and their big dreams. Perfect for fans of Rick by Alex Gino and The Best at It by Maulik Pancholy. National bestselling author Phil Stamper crafts the perfect summer friendship story, starring four queer boys with big hearts and even bigger dreams. ![]() From acclaimed author Phil Stamper ( The Gravity of Us and As Far as You'll Take Me) comes a poignant coming-of-age, contemporary middle grade debut novel about finding your place, using your voice, and the true meaning of pride. ![]()
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