| 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 |
Jaire Sims’ Getting By is an enthralling coming-of-age narrative that follows
Carver Goodman, a young African-American who has just turned seventeen. The author
captures the dynamics within the school setup, exploring the issues that
students face, including ACT, dealing with bullies, and falling in love. For young
Carver, the most significant and disturbing event is the sudden discovery that
he might be gay. As he engages in a romantic relationship, circumstances in his
life put him in a position where his spot as one of the best students gets
compromised. He knows he should do something about it, but is he ready for the
consequences of the choices he makes at this moment?
Getting
By features a protagonist that is well thought-out
and intelligently developed, a relatable character in an exciting setting.
Jaire Sims builds a realistic world in which the characters evolve, demonstrating
great care when it comes to their inner worlds. The conflict is superbly
written and I particularly enjoyed the inner conflict taking place within
Carver, a conflict that revolves around his aspirations and sexuality. This novel
explores some of the deepest questions that people face as they come of age:
What the future holds for them, who they really are, and what relationships
shape their lives. While Getting By is
not an explosive story, it is skillfully plotted and character-driven, never
lacking moments that are thoughtful and the humanity and realism that permeate
good writing. The prose is excellent and the author writes in a voice that is
irresistible. This is a deeply moving story that is rich, psychologically and
emotionally, a perfect examination of longing, sexuality, and the complex ways
in which we negotiate the experience of love and our deepest longings in life.
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