| Category: | Young Adult - Social Issues |
|---|---|
| Author: | Jaire Sims |
| Publisher: | BookBaby |
| Publication Date: | August 30, 2020 |
| Number of Pages: | 192 |
| ISBN-13: | 978-1-7348608-0-1 |
Carver Goodman is an Afro-American student who has just
turned seventeen, and while he nurtures the dream of one day becoming a
successful photographer, he also struggles with the perennial stuff that teenagers
have to deal with —taking the ACT, handling bullies, and falling in love. While
these are common experiences for teenagers navigating high school, Carver has a
deeper problem to face — he thinks he is gay. As he navigates his sexuality,
Carver undertakes a journey of self-discovery that is as telling as it is
immersive.
This beautifully crafted coming-of-age narrative captures
the world of a teenage boy with brilliance, a fascinating portrait of
self-discovery and a tale that depicts the inner world of a young man who must
redefine himself and come to terms with who he really is. The future is
promising for the young protagonist but he has battles of his own that must be
fought — and with courage and honesty. Jaire Sims’ Getting By is an intelligently plotted story that is
character-driven, filled with drama and insightful moments. The prose is crisp
and the author writes characters that are real, immersing them in social
dynamics that resonate powerfully with readers. This is a remarkable story with
strong emotional and psychological impact. The ingenuity of the author in
building a complex world and deeper layers of the personality of the young
protagonist had me enthralled. The prose is exquisite and the characters are
unforgettable; the author writes scenes that reflect human reality and
skillfully develops themes of passion, self-discovery, identity, and the quest
for success. Getting By is deft and
balance, well-imagined and deeply moving.
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