Husky
Husky by Justin Sayre, published by Penguin Young Readers Group in 2015, is a poignant exploration of self-acceptance and personal growth. This edition spans 267 pages and is written in English. The story follows twelve-year-old Davis, who navigates the complexities of adolescence while living with his mother and grandmother in Brooklyn. As he grapples with questions of identity and sexuality, Davis finds himself feeling defined by the label “husky,” all while dealing with shifting friendships and family dynamics.
Readers will find a heartfelt narrative that captures Davis’s journey of self-discovery amid the challenges of growing up. The book delves into themes of family, social dynamics, and the quest for acceptance, reflecting the multifaceted experiences of boys and men during adolescence. Through his love for people-watching and opera, Davis learns to embrace his individuality and recognize the love that surrounds him, regardless of life’s changes.
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“[G]enuinely funny, heart-wrenching . . .” – Kirkus Reviews
“[A] moving journey of self-discovery and a gratifying coming-of-age story.” – Publishers Weekly
“Husky . . . is a superb addition to the middle grade literary canon.” – VOYA Reviews
“There is not a false note in the writing . . .” – Lambda Literary
A beautifully voiced debut captures an intimate story of change and acceptance.
Twelve-year-old Davis lives in an old brownstone with his mother and grandmother in Brooklyn. He loves people-watching in Prospect Park, visiting his mom in the bakery she owns, and listening to the biggest operas he can find as he walks everywhere.
But Davis is having a difficult summer. As questions of sexuality begin to enter his mind, he worries people don’t see him as anything other than “husky.” To make matters worse, his best girlfriends are starting to hang out with mean girls and popular boys. Davis is equally concerned about the distance forming between him and his single mother as she begins dating again, and about his changing relationship with his amusingly loud Irish grandmother, Nanny.
Ultimately, Davis learns to see himself outside of his one defining adjective. He’s a kid with unique interests, admirable qualities, and people who will love him no matter what changes life brings about.
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