Books like Luna by Julie Anne Peters
Liam, a young man who cannot reconcile his day‑time identity with his true self, chooses to become Luna, the girl he feels inside, only at night. With the help of his sister's clothes and makeup, he transforms in the privacy of his basement, hoping to step into the light of his true identity. As Luna prepares to leave the secrecy of her underground refuge, the question looms: will Liam’s family and friends be ready to welcome him into their lives? The novel follows his struggle for self‑identity and acceptance, offering a powerful look at youth, family, and gender.
First publish date: 2004
Genre: LGBTQ+ Fiction/Transgender Fiction
Authors: Julie Anne Peters
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