Description
Cemetery Boys is an LGBTQIA+ ghost story about magic, acceptance and what it means to be your true self. From the instant New York Times-bestelling author Aiden Thomas.
Yadriel has summoned a ghost, and now he can't get rid of him.
In an attempt to prove himself a true brujo and gain his family's acceptance, Yadriel decides to summon his cousin's ghost and help him cross to the afterlife.
But things get complicated when he accidentally summons the ghost of his high school's resident bad boy, Julian Diaz - and Julian won't go into death quietly.
The two boys must work together if Yadriel is to move forward with his plan.
But the more time Yadriel and Julian spend together, the harder it is to let each other go.
'A celebration of culture and identity that will captivate readers with its richly detailed world, earnest romance, and thrilling supernatural mystery' - Isabel Sterling, author of These Witches Don't Burn
Yadriel has summoned a ghost, and now he can't get rid of him.
About the Author
Aiden Thomas, author of Cemetery Boys, Lost in the Never Woods, and The Sunbearer Trials, received their MFA in Creative Writing from Mills College. Born in Oakland, California, Aiden often haunted Mountain View Cemetery like a second home during their misspent youth. As a queer, trans Latinx, Aiden advocates strongly for diverse representation in all media. Aiden is notorious among their friends for always being surprised by twist endings to books/movies and organizing their bookshelves by colour. When not writing, Aiden enjoys exploring the outdoors with their dog, Ronan. Their cat, Figaro, prefers to support their indoor hobbies, like reading and drinking too much coffee.
Reviews
This stunning debut novel from Thomas is detailed, heart-rending, and immensely romantic. I was bawling by the end of it, but not from sadness: I just felt so incredibly happy that this queer Latinx adventure will get to be read by other kids. Cemetery Boys is necessary: for trans kids, for queer kids, for those in the Latinx community who need to see themselves on the page. Don't miss this book. -- Mark Oshiro, author of Anger is a Gift
Aiden Thomas' debut novel can't help but charm and captivate readers of all ages, though teen readers will invariably identify with and appreciate the high jinks and emotional vulnerability that make each character and scenario deliciously enchanting. * Booklist, starred review *
Scooby-Doo' meets 'Love, Simon' in this inclusive supernatural romance steeped in East Los Angeles Latinx culture.... Thomas injects the queer paranormal romance genre with a fresh shot of lavishly detailed Latinx culture, blending in Mayan, Mexican, Central American and South American traditions while commenting on cultural appropriation, deportation and class. * New York Times Book Review *
This book is magical, tender, loving, and so so so important. I love it with all my heart. -- Mason Deaver, author of I Wish You All The Best
The novel perfectly balances the vibrant, energetic Latinx culture while delving into heavy topics like LGBTQ+ acceptance, deportation, colonization, and racism within authoritative establishments * TeenVogue.com *
Cemetery Boys is a celebration of culture and identity that will captivate readers with its richly detailed world, earnest romance, and thrilling supernatural mystery. This delightful debut is a must-read for all paranormal romance fans. -- Isabel Sterling, author of These Witches Don't Burn
Thomas marries concept and execution in a romantic mystery as poignant as it is spellbinding, weaved in a mosaic of culture, acceptance, and identity, where intricately crafted characters are the pieces and love?platonic, romantic, familial, and communal?is the glue. * Publishers Weekly, starred review *
Cemetery Boys is nothing short of an astonishing work of art. Aiden Thomas masterfully weaves a tale of family, friendships, and love in a heartwarming adventure full of affirmation and being your best self. -- C.B. Lee, author of Not Your Sidekick
A gay, transgender brujo with burgeoning powers seeks answers about his cousin's death... Both the romance and mystery burn slow and hot until the climax... Their romance provides joyful, ground-breaking representation for gay, transgender boys. Heart-pounding. * Kirkus *
A story much bigger than the paper that binds it, Cemetery Boys is the tender intricacy we have all been waiting for. -- Kayla Ancrum, author of The Wicker King
Speaking from experience, this is the kind of book that you read and then immediately go force all your friends to read so they can share the pleasure. * Buzzfeed *
A wildly memorable novel. * Paste *
This one is just what your heart needs right now. * Tor.com *
Thomas sensitively navigates Yadriel's struggles as a trans teen . . . In spite of some heavy themes, this is a pleasing ghost-story-turned-romcom. * Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books *
Packed with eerie adventure, tingly romance, and family drama, the novel lays bare the tension between upholding tradition and reaching full self-acceptance. Cheeky, relatable characters bring humor and lightness into Thomas's debut, which also takes on themes of death, loss, abandonment, and rejection. * Horn Book *
Book Information
ISBN 9781035008636
Author Aiden Thomas
Format Paperback
Page Count 352
Imprint Macmillan
Publisher Pan Macmillan
Weight(grams) 258g
Dimensions(mm) 197mm * 131mm * 22mm
