Stay Gold
Stay Gold by Tobly McSmith, published by HarperCollins Publishers in 2021, is a coming-of-age teen love story that explores the lives of a transgender boy and a cisgender girl navigating their senior year at a Texas high school. With 384 pages, this edition presents a narrative that delves into themes of identity and acceptance as Pony, the transgender protagonist, seeks a fresh start while trying to remain under the radar, and Georgia, the cheerleader, reevaluates her priorities as graduation approaches.
Readers will find a heartfelt exploration of love and self-discovery as Pony and Georgia’s paths intertwine on the first day of classes. The story addresses social themes relevant to young adults, including the challenges of living authentically and the complexities of relationships. As their connection deepens, both characters confront their fears and societal expectations, ultimately leading to a transformative experience that resonates with the broader community.
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Debut author Tobly McSmith delivers a coming-of-age teen love story about a transgender boy who’s going stealth at his new Texas high school and a cisgender girl who is drawn to him, even as she’s counting down the days until graduation. Perfect for fans of David Levithan, Becky Albertalli, and Jenny Han.
Pony plans to fly under the radar this year. Tired of getting too much attention at his old school after coming out as transgender, he’s hoping for a fresh start as a Hillcrest High senior. But it’s hard to live your best life with the threat of exposure lurking around every corner.
Georgia is beginning to think there’s more to life than cheerleading. She just wants to keep a low profile until graduation . . . which is why she promised herself that dating is a nonstarter for the foreseeable future.
Then, on the very first day of classes, the new guy and the cheerleader lock eyes…
In this moving, honest debut from Tobly McSmith, one transformative relationship opens the eyes of a whole town–and opens the door for Pony and Georgia to celebrate their truths, even when it feels hard.
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