The Other Boy Summary
Hennessey, M. G. and Monster, Sfe R.

The Other Boy Overview

Told from the observant, self-conscious, and hopeful first-person narrative perspective of a 12-year-old transgender boy named Shane, M. G. Hennessey’s The Other Boy is a moving story about the struggle of remaining true to oneself. The novel is set in modern-day Los Angeles. Among others, Hennessey tackles themes of bullying, acceptance, and courage.