One of the first things I noticed about Things was One's system of beliefs is usually what shapes and defines one's views on those Ya fare like views on teen sex, homosexuality, friendships, etc. Kenneally's ability to balance and intertwine religion with other more typical Also, there's still a feeling that if anĪuthor discusses religion in a ya novel, they're pressing their personalīeliefs on you (be honest: how many of you have made that comment about Twilight?)Īnd thus the subject seems to be somewhat taboo. I can't speak for everyone,īut this has been my experience. Me as much as wayward comments about my beliefs. Of the reasons I enjoyed this read so much), and white girl jokes don't bother I mean, I consider myself to be religious (one Spirituality in general is more sacred to religious folk than their race or Personal aspect to one's view of religion. Passionate about the other things as well, but there's a.I don't know, more
Intensely passionate people are about it. Orientation, gender, politics.these topics have all been brought to lightįairly equally in ya, but I think religion is sooo much harder because how I think of it as the last great topic we have left. (Mar.I have to give Kenneally credit: religion is a HARD topic toīroach in current literature, especially in fiction and particularly in youngĪdult at that.
Agent: Sara Megibow, Nelson Literary Agency.
Wisdom from Kate's father, "Your truth isn't everybody else's truth," provides unanticipated guidance in this compassionate and nuanced exploration of friendship, love, and maturing religious understanding. Throughout the novel, Kenneally (Catching Jordan) uses a light touch, addressing teenage pregnancy, sexuality, and alcohol use without being pedantic. A budding romantic interest awakens Kate's awareness of the power of sexual urges, while an unexpected friendship with a fellow churchgoer, whom she had shunned in a time of need, causes Kate to question the moral guidance of her church and examine the "Christian" nature of her own actions.
Guilt plagues Kate, undermining the girls' friendship, and clouding her experience as a summer camp counselor, as she observes her peers' behavior through a lens of judgment and disapproval. Although firmly believing premarital sex and abortion to be sins, Kate nevertheless provides financial and practical help when her best friend chooses to end a pregnancy. Eighteen-year-old narrator Kate Kelly begins the summer after high school in a state of prolonged moral distress.
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