Keeping You a Secret

Name: Keeping You a Secret
Rating: 4.603053569793701 (262 reviews)

Julie Anne Peters

Jul 2007 · Sold by Little, Brown Books for Young Readers

262 reviews

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A National Book Award finalist presents a YA love story between two teen girls—and how one of them copes with bullying and rejection when she comes out.

An ALA Stonewall Award Honor BookA Lambda Literary Award FinalistA New York Public Library Books for the Teen Age Selection

With a steady boyfriend, the position of Student Council President, and a chance to go to an Ivy League college, high school life is just fine for Holland Jaeger. At least, it seems to be.

But when Cece Goddard comes to school, everything changes. Cece and Holland have undeniable feelings for each other, but how will others react to their developing relationship?

This moving love story is for fans of Nancy Garden's classic young adult coming out novel, Annie on My Mind. With her characteristic humor and breezy style, Peters has captured the compelling emotions of young love.

“These are likable young women; readers will warm to their situation and cheer Holland's breaking free.” —The Bulletin

“Holland's experiences will inform readers who are also discovering their sexual identity. Gay or straight, they'll identify with the excitement that accompanies that first love affair.” —Kirkus Reviews

“Captivating ... Not just a gay love story, this book transcends barriers, allowing readers of all persuasions to revel in its universal truths ... Anyone who has ever fallen in love will recognize themselves.” —VOYA

A National Book Award finalist presents a YA love story between two teen girls—and how one of them copes with bullying and rejection when she comes out. An ALA Stonewall Award Honor BookA Lambda Literary Award FinalistA New York Public Library Books for the Teen Age Selection With a steady boyfri...

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262 reviews

Riley C

April 21, 2015

This has been my favorite book for many years. An amazing story of true love, coming out, facing your fears and adding some fun in with it.

1 person found this review helpful

Emily Provencher

December 8, 2016

This book could hit home hard for a lot of teens thinking about coming out for the first time. It shows that it's easier to tell the ones you love before someone else does.

Angel

April 11, 2017

Wow. I wish I would have discovered her books at a younger age. I've read 5 of Julie's books in a week. Amazing. The story line in this one melts your heart.

1 person found this review helpful

About the author

Julie Anne Peters is the critically acclaimed author of Define "Normal," Keeping You a Secret, Pretend You Love Me, Between Mom and Jo, She Loves You, She Loves You Not..., It's Our Prom (So Deal With It), and Luna, a National Book Award finalist.

Julie Anne Peters is the critically acclaimed author of Define "Normal," Keeping You a Secret, Pretend You Love Me, Between Mom and Jo, She Loves You, She Loves You Not..., It's Our Prom (So Deal With It), and Luna, a National Book Award finalist.

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