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Sam Kinnison is a dedicated video‑game fan and movie aficionado who thrives on the quiet existence of his high‑school routine. His comfortable routine is disrupted when the striking, friendly and impossible to ignore Camilla Carter joins the drama club, inspiring Sam to reconsider his own interests and how he relates to others.
Album readers of australian, teen, and school stories will follow Sam’s growing feelings and evolving friendships as he navigates the complexities of adolescence, self‑identity and the courage to change. The book explores interpersonal relations in a high‑school setting while celebrating gay teenagers in contemporary Australia.
First publish date: 2013
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Melissa Keil
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