Just Julian
 

Book Information

  • Series: Lorimer Real Love
  • Imprint: James Lorimer & Company Ltd., Publishers
  • Publication Date: 1 February 2018
  • Copyright Year: 2018
  • ISBN: 9781459412927
  • Page Count: 168
  • Dimensions: 5.3" x 7.5"
  • Interest ages: 13-18
  • Reading level: Grade 4

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Just Julian

by Markus Harwood-Jones

The Real Love collection

A young gay man finds the courage to stand up for himself in an LGBTQ twist on Romeo and Juliet. Romeo gives Julian the strength to face his depression and take a stand against homophobia.

After years of bullying at school, 19-year-old Julian is depressed. He sees a glimmer of hope after meeting the similarly out-of-place Romeo at a party and sharing a kiss with him. The only problem: Romeo has always identified as straight and he hangs out with a group of intolerant guys. But as the two begin to fall in love, Julian finds strength he never knew he had. When Romeo's old friends come after the couple, a vicious fight puts both Julian and Romeo in the hospital. The two boys decide to take a stand for their right for respect.

Just Julian provides insight into the struggle against homophobia, reminding LGBTQ readers that they are not alone.

About the Author

Markus Harwood-Jones
MARKUS HARWOOD-JONES is a writer, visual artist and documentary filmmaker. He is the author of the short story collections Confessions of a Teenage Transsexual Whore and Everything & All at Once. His feature film, Mosaic, tells the story of his journey across Canada and the United States to learn more about the trans community. He lives in Toronto.

Reviews

"Overall, an easy, quick read. I think it would work for upper middle (8th) grade students as well as high school readers. The content is approachable, and dramatic enough to keep their interest."
Michelle Motyczka, NetGalley
"This modern retelling of Romeo and Juliet is just as heart-wrenching as the original — but with a happy ending."
Sarah Atkinson, Resource Links
"The novel boasts empathetic characters and enough dramatic action to hold readers' attention to its happy ending."
Michael Cart, Booklist
"A unique way of telling a story in a new way to make it relatable to younger audiences. Would definitely be a good compare and contrast in a classroom and just a fun read."
Nicole Kriener, Librarian, NetGalley
"...these novels [Just Julian and Romeo for Real] provide much-needed representation for those whom society marginalizes."
Kirkus Reviews
"The romance stories in Lorimer's Real Love series reflect the diverse world that teens live in — at a reading level for emerging readers."
VOYA

Subjects (BISAC)

YOUNG ADULT FICTION / Diversity & Multicultural, YOUNG ADULT FICTION / Romance / LGBTQ+, YOUNG ADULT FICTION / Social Themes / Bullying, YOUNG ADULT FICTION / Social Themes / Dating & Sex

Subjects

Author Identity, Author Identity: LGBTQ2S+ Authors, Young Adult Fiction, Young Adult Fiction: LGBTQ2S+, Young Adult Fiction: Love, Young Adult Fiction: Romance

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