68 Knots is a new teen novel that is really excellent. It has two characters who might be gay, and it lets it go at that. Their orientation isn't the focus of the book. I think we need more books that have gay characters without their gayness being a big deal. That's the only way we'll gain the kind of acceptance we want. What do you think?
Several people have asked me for reviews for 68 Knots. Here's the latest: http://www.coastalboating.net/Resources/Books/BookReviews/Reviews2007/68Knots.html This reviewer wrote: "A more inventive yarn i have not read. What unfolds is a novel about adventure, exploration, self-discovery, teamwork and mystery. It moves fast and takes some pretty outrageous turns that I didn't mind at all because they were eloquently handled.... It's unlike anything I have ever read.... It is quite simply a fun read with considerable insight into human behavior. It even mad eme laugh out loud and cry in public.... What a great read!" I mentioned 68 Knots here before. It seems to be catching on!
