Two boys attempt a 32-hour kissing record, inspiring other teens to confront love, identity, and belonging in this poignant YA novel.
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Two boys attempt a 32-hour kissing record, inspiring other teens to confront love, identity, and belonging in this poignant YA novel.
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Based on true events—and narrated by a Greek Chorus of the generation of gay men lost to AIDS—Two Boys Kissing follows Harry and Craig, two seventeen-year-olds who are about to take part in a 32-hour marathon of kissing to set a new Guinness World Record. While the two increasingly dehydrated and sleep-deprived boys are locking lips, they become a focal point in the lives of other teens dealing with universal questions of love, identity, and belonging.
What's Inside
will contain mild spoilers
Romance & sex
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Frequent references to sexual themes and kissing; some explicit discussions of hookups and desire.
Violence & gore
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Graphic depictions of hate crimes and bullying, including a severe beating and parental violence.
Profanity
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Moderate use of strong language, including slurs related to sexual orientation.
Substance use
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No substance use depicted.
LGBTQ+ Rep.
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Central focus on gay teen relationships, identity, and struggles with acceptance.
Religious content
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No religious themes present.
Magic & witchcraft
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No occult or magical elements present.
Occult / demonology
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No evidence found in available sources.
Political content
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Strong messaging on freedom, equality, and societal hatred toward queer individuals.
Self-harm / suicide
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Depictions of suicidal thoughts, attempts, and depression among teen characters.
Abuse & suffering
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Scenes of familial abuse, bullying, and systemic anti-gay hatred and violence.
Other
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