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category: Young Adult Fiction
published: Mar 2016
ISBN:9781459811331
publisher: Orca Book Publishers

Under Threat

by Robin Stevenson

tagged: lgbt, values & virtues, law & crime
Description

Franny is close to her parents, adores her horse and is head over heels in love with her girlfriend, Leah. But Franny’s parents are abortion providers at the local hospital, and an anonymous stranger is prepared to do whatever it takes to stop them. A stranger who phones at all hours. Who knows where they live. Who knows Franny’s name. When Leah’s older brother, Jake, refers to her parents as baby killers, Franny starts to wonder if perhaps the threats aren’t coming from a stranger at all. If she tells the police about her suspicions, she could lose her girlfriend. But if she doesn’t—and if she’s right—she could lose her parents.

About the Author
Robin Stevenson is the award-winning author of nearly 30 books for kids and teens, many about the lives and histories of LGBTQ+ people. Her books have been translated into numerous languages and published in more than a dozen countries. Her book Pride was named a Stonewall Honor Book, and her novel Record Breaker won the Silver Birch Award. Robin lives on the west coast of Canada with her family.
Recommended Age, Grade, and Reading Levels
Age:
12 to 18
Grade:
8 to 12
Reading age:
12 to 18
Awards
  • Commended, American Library Association (ALA) Rainbow Book List
  • Commended, Rainbow Book List
  • Commended, CCBC Best Books for Kids & Teens
Editorial Reviews

★ "Out of the mouths of teens come a most succinct and unabashed argument for reproductive rights...[Stevenson] doesn't preach to readers but allows the conversations to organically arise in familiar circumstances, such as a lovers' quarrel or a family discussing the meaning of safety...A smart, realistic, fast-paced piece of fiction for teens."

— Kirkus Reviews, starred review

"Stevenson offers an effective portrayal of young adults discussing issues in the history of abortion...[The book] underscore[s] the importance of really knowing and acting on your values, as well as knowing the beliefs of the people you call friends."

— VOYA Magazine

"Being in a gay relationship is particularly challenging for teens, and especially in a fundamentalist household. But Stevenson...manages to safely and effectively control...combustible topics."

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