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4.21 AVERAGE
4.21 AVERAGE
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
The Boy from the Mish by Gary Lonesborough is a stunning, unforgettable novel — the kind of story Australia and the world truly needs. Honest, tender, and beautifully written, it follows Jackson, a young Aboriginal teen navigating identity, family, culture, and first love.
This is an essential LGBTQIA+ coming-of-age story that speaks to the heart. Lonesborough captures the quiet power of self-acceptance. It’s raw, real, and filled with moments of joy and vulnerability.
“I was finally letting myself feel what I felt. I was finally letting myself be me.”
This is an essential LGBTQIA+ coming-of-age story that speaks to the heart. Lonesborough captures the quiet power of self-acceptance. It’s raw, real, and filled with moments of joy and vulnerability.
“I was finally letting myself feel what I felt. I was finally letting myself be me.”
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
This gorgeous light-hearted novel intersects so many important identities and experiences. It's a must read, especially for those who don't often see themselves represented in literature.
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
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"The words are begging me to let them out. They're banging on the door to my lips trying to pull themselves from the depths of my throat."
- Discovery: Browsing
- Reading Format: Audiobook
- Read Time: 6 Hours
It's a hot summer, and life's going all right for Jackson and his family on the Mish. It's almost Christmas, school's out and he's hanging with his mates and avoiding the racist boys in town. Just like every year, Jackson's Aunty and annoying little cousins visit from the city - but this time a mysterious boy with a troubled past comes with them ... as their friendship evolves, Jackson must confront the changing shapes of his relationships with his friends, family and community.
The author is right that this is such an important story but it wasn't a page turner.
It was heavy on the metaphors.
this book was so CUTIEEEEE
IT WAS SO SOFT AND STUFF
I could really feel the environment of the mish and I really liked jackson and tomas
IT WAS SO SOFT AND STUFF
I could really feel the environment of the mish and I really liked jackson and tomas
emotional
hopeful
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
A beautiful testament to the naturalness of young, queer love.
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
tense
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
A loveable story of budding teenage sexuality. Jackson and Tomas are so cute. The book is able to explore real world issues with depth, sincerity and lightness. Could hardly put it down!