The Miseducation of Cameron Post
The Miseducation of Cameron Post by Emily M. Danforth, published by Penguin Books on August 3, 2017, is a poignant exploration of identity and self-acceptance. This edition spans 480 pages and is presented in English. The narrative follows Cameron Post, who experiences a mix of relief and turmoil after the death of her parents, particularly regarding her hidden sexuality. Living with her conservative aunt in small-town Montana, Cameron navigates the complexities of adolescence while forming a deep friendship with Coley Taylor, which challenges her to confront her true self.
Readers will find a rich depiction of Cameron’s struggle against societal expectations and familial pressures as she seeks to understand her identity. The story delves into themes of love, family dynamics, and the challenges faced by LGBTQ youth in the United States. As Cameron grapples with her aunt’s attempts to “correct” her, the book presents a nuanced view of coming of age in a world that often demands conformity. This literary debut offers a thoughtful examination of the journey toward self-discovery and the courage it takes to embrace one’s true identity.
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‘If Holden Caulfield had been a gay girl from Montana, this is the story he might have told-it’s funny, heartbreaking, and beautifully rendered’ Curtis Sittenfeld, bestselling author of Prep and American Wife
‘An important book – one that can change lives’ Jacqueline Woodson, award-winning author of Brown Girl Dreaming
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The night Cameron Post’s parents died, her first emotion was relief. Relief they would never know that hours earlier, she’d been kissing a girl.
Now living with her conservative Aunt in small-town Montana, hiding her sexuality and blending in becomes second nature to Cameron until she begins an intense friendship with the beautiful Coley Taylor.
Desperate to ‘correct’ her niece, Cameron’s Aunt takes drastic action.
Now Cameron must battle with the cost of being her true-self even if she’s not completely sure who that is.
The Miseducation of Cameron Post is a stunning and unforgettable literary debut about discovering who you are and finding the courage to live life according to your own rules.
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Praise for The Miseducation of Cameron Post:
‘Danforth’s narrative of a bruised young woman finding her feet in a complicated world is a tremendous achievement: strikingly unsentimental, and full of characters who feel entirely rounded and real . . . An inspiring read’ Sarah Waters, author of Tipping the Velvet and Fingersmith
“Rich with detail and emotion, a sophisticated read for teens and adults alike.” Kirkus starred review
‘The story is riveting, beautiful, and full of the kind of detail that brings to life a place (rural Montana), a time (the early 1990s), and a questioning teenage girl’ Publishers Weekly starred review
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