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  • Written by: Lamar Giles
  • Narrated by: Korey Jackson
  • Length: 11 hrs
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Not So Pure and Simple

Written by: Lamar Giles
Narrated by: Korey Jackson
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An Indie Next List Pick!

In his first contemporary teen novel, critically acclaimed author and two-time Edgar Award finalist Lamar Giles spotlights the consequences of societal pressure, confronts toxic masculinity, and explores the complexity of what it means to be a "real man".

Del has had a crush on Kiera Westing since kindergarten. And now, during their junior year, she’s finally available. So when Kiera volunteers for an opportunity at their church, Del’s right behind her. Though he quickly realizes he’s inadvertently signed up for a Purity Pledge.

His dad thinks his wires are crossed, and his best friend, Qwan, doesn’t believe any girl is worth the long game. But Del’s not about to lose his dream girl, and that’s where fellow pledger Jameer comes in. He can put in the good word. In exchange, Del just has to get answers to the Pledgers’ questions...about sex ed.

With other boys circling Kiera like sharks, Del needs to make his move fast. But as he plots and plans, he neglects to ask the most important question: What does Kiera want? He can’t think about that too much, though, because once get the girl, it’ll all sort itself out. Right?
©2020 Lamar Giles (P)2020 HarperAudio
Difficult Situations Dating & Sex Coming of Age Literature & Fiction Mysteries & Detectives Romance
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Teen read

Not so Pure and Simple is a must for teens today. The plot offers a fair balance between the, at times, restrictive values of church and those of an ever progressing society. The emphasis remains knowledge is key to dispelling the toxic values that promote misogyny, patriarchy and traditional masculinity. Wonderful story! It’s going on my lot circle list for my students.

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