Garden, N. (1982). Annie on my Mind. NY:
FSG.
Summary:
Eighteen-year-old
Liza is a high school senior looking forward to her future at MIT. While
visiting a museum, she meets Annie and is immediately drawn to her. They become
friends, but in time their feelings for one another begin to turn romantic.
Liza wrestles with the idea of being gay. They keep their relationship secret
as long as they can, but once it is exposed it creates problems for the young
couple. The reactions of Liza’s family and friends leaves her questioning the
relationship.
Commentary:
Nancy
Garden does a wonderful job at writing a story that teens can find relatable.
Adolescents and young adults are discovering who they are and need to be
allowed to be true to themselves. Many are struggling with sexuality and
acceptance. The book really captures the message that love is love.
Other Books by Nancy Garden:
Holly’s Secret
Molly’s Family
The Year They Burned the Books
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