Avery’s girlfriend Mary was murdered– and whoever did it says that it was a punishment because of her relationship with Avery, who is trans. If Avery doesn’t repent for changing his gender identity, he’s next.
Note: This books is problematic and we do not recommend it.
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Publisher’s Description:
Someone brutally murdered Mary Mathison, daughter of a prominent and very conservative local pastor. Whoever it was is now taunting Avery, a transgender boy, with disturbing messages, claiming that Mary’s murder was revenge for her relationship with Avery. The killer’s demands are simple and horrific: Avery must repent for changing his gender identity, or he will be the next one killed.
Can Avery deny who he is to catch Mary’s killer? Or will sacrificing himself be the ultimate betrayal?
Genre: Mystery
Representation:
Gender:
Trans boys: Avery
Sexual Orientation:
Heterosexual: Avery
Romantic Orientation:
Not explicitly addressed.
Race/Ethnicity:
White: Avery
Trigger Warnings:
Transphobia/Transmisia, Murder, Hate Crime