From National Book Award Finalist Josh Galarza comes a moving new YA full of self-discovery, forgiveness, and acceptance.
Rusty is positive Todd with two D's is a figment of his troubled mind. That's the only reason he breaks into musical numbers and lurks in the school bleachers so he can stare unabashedly at Burt, the cutest guy in school. But when Todd's antics go a little too far,Rusty quickly finds himself in a dangerous situation. Little does Rusty know, the boy he's head over heels for just might be the one to save his life.
By day, Burt Espinoza is the only out kid in school who's ever maintained his social status. But by night, he is a real hero: a secret agent rescuing vulnerable queer kids in danger. His handlers (also his adoptive moms) are concerned he's pushing himself too hard to be the man he thinks he needs to be. Now Burt has to prove that he's ready for his biggest mission yet: saving the only boy he's ever hurt.
Raw, surreal, and timely, this novel is perfect for fans of Rex Ogle and Randy Ribay.
"False Face is a wild, exhilarating read about the masks we present to the world and the identities we keep hidden, and what happens when those parts of ourselves come into conflict. An important book for teens and adults everywhere that beautifully illustrates the power of being true to ourselves"
and how such integrity can save our lives."
"From National Book Award finalist Galarza comes a surreal work in which musical montages meet action sequences to examine conversion therapy, sexual assault, and queerness in 1990s Iowa . . . a memorable and emotionally fulfilling romp."
