In any case, this is a beautifully moving novel. Part of me finds it slightly underwhelming that the author only mentions Grayson’s preference for girl clothing without expressly mentioning anything about gender fluidity, especially since this is a gender identity that young people should be aware exists and understand the meaning of.īut another part of me is perfectly at peace with Ami Polonsky not labelling Grayson in any LGBTQIA+ way, since Grayson himself does not exactly know why he likes girl clothing and mentally associates more with girls than boys. Written in a simple but admirable language suited for young readers, GRACEFULLY GRAYSON explores themes such as gender fluidity, acceptance, belonging and courage. But what if he gets the role? He will have to wear a dress… What will his aunt and uncle say? What will his classmates say? What will happen then? So he decides to audition for the role of Persephone in the school play.
This is a part of him that he feels he needs to keep secret, but he hates the secrecy, because it eats at his heart and soul.
But he likes all things initially made for girls – dresses, skirts, bracelets, necklaces, hairclips, etc. GRACEFULLY GRAYSON belongs to that particular category of books that make you both happy and sad. Strengthened by an unexpected friendship and a caring teacher who gives her a chance to step into the spotlight, Grayson might finally have the tools to let her inner light shine.ĭebut author Ami Polonsky’s moving, beautifully-written novel shines with the strength of a young person’s spirit and the enduring power of acceptance. Despite these dangers, Grayson’s true self itches to break free.
The weight of this secret is crushing, but leaving it behind would mean facing ridicule, scorn, and rejection. Because Grayson has been holding onto a secret for what seems like forever: “he” is a girl on the inside, stuck in the wrong gender’s body. But at school, Grayson grasps at shadows, determined to fly under the radar.
Genres & Themes: Middle Grade, School, Contemporary, Gender Fluidity, CourageĪlone at home, twelve-year-old Grayson Sender glows, immersed in beautiful thoughts and dreams.
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