![]() ![]() ![]() There is much to be discussed around themes of identity, prejudice, culture, toxic masculinity, love and family. Will Jackson have the courage to embrace his true self and figure out which path to take? ![]() As the two boys start working together on an art project, Jackson finds himself fighting his growing feelings for Tomas, leading to inner conflict as he struggles both with his identity, and the crossroads he finds himself at in regard to his future. Jackson initially glances at Tomas indifferently, annoyed that he has to share his room with this quiet, edgy stranger.īut this is the summer things are going to change for both boys as they find themselves slowly drawn to each other. ![]() Trailing behind Aunty Pam is Tomas, who is just out of juvie and is staying with Aunty Pam for a while. Every summer his Aunty and cousins come and spend Christmas with Jackson's family - but this year is different. The protagonist is 17-year-old narrator Jackson, who lives on the NSW South Coast, and is anticipating the arrival of his Aunty Pam and young cousins from Sydney. ‘The Boy From the Mish’ by debut author Gary Lonesborough is a beautifully articulated and heartfelt own voices story that will stay with you long after the closing pages. ![]()
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