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A review by ohlookanowl
Debbie Harry Sings in French by Meagan Brothers
4.0
Debbie Harry Sings in French is the kind of book that you pick up unsuspectingly and wind up wishing more people would read. Our hero, Johnny, is a thoughtful, goth-clothed, eyeliner-wearing teen who's been left to fend for himself (dead father, checked-out mother)after a stint in rehab and a relocation to his uncle's house in South Carolina. Everyday is a fight. Though the book takes an honest look at Johnny's difficult life, it ultimately becomes a tale of love and acceptance. Johnny meets a young, spirited woman who sees in Johnny the beauty that he cannot see in himself. With her help, Johnny embarks on a non-cliched journey of exploration and identity.
This excellent novel tackles real issues that may be uncomfortable to some, but which deserve and need to be talked about. It's an examination of gender expression, teenage sexuality, family dynamics, bullying and so much more, wrapped up in an honest and unassuming young adult book. For the open minded, this book may be a refreshing treat.
This excellent novel tackles real issues that may be uncomfortable to some, but which deserve and need to be talked about. It's an examination of gender expression, teenage sexuality, family dynamics, bullying and so much more, wrapped up in an honest and unassuming young adult book. For the open minded, this book may be a refreshing treat.