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When the Moon Was Ours tells the story of Miel, a Latina teenager who can grow roses from her wrist, and Samir, an Italian‑Pakistani boy who transitions, as their close friendship deepens into love. The two fear that their secret identities will be uncovered by the Bonner sisters, four women rumored to be witches, who hold unexpected power in their little town. The novel explores themes of love, friendship, secrecy, and identity while celebrating the complexities of LGBTQ+ experiences and family bonds.
First publish date: 2016
Genre: LGBTQ+ Fiction/Transgender Fiction
Authors: Anna-Marie McLemore
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