Sunhead

In this queer coming-of-age teen graphic novel by breakout talent Alex Assan, high schooler Rotem feels herself growing apart from her friends in a million inexpressible ways. But an unexpected connection with another student makes her feel more herself than ever before. This incisive and stunningly gorgeous debut is perfect for fans of Bloom and Gender Queer.

Rotem is a Sunhead, a fan of the international smash hit Sunrise series of books and films. She's obsessed with the story's love interest, Edmund, and no one else gets it. But all that changes when she befriends Ayala, a shy classmate and avid book lover who's as swept away by the romance as she is. The two become fast friends, but as their deep connection grows stronger, Rotem starts to wonder: What exactly draws her to this story?

Alex Assan's debut, Sunhead, is an earnest coming-of-age graphic novel that explores how the stories we love help us understand our friendships, our relationships, and ourselves.

Author: Alex Assan
Publisher: Harperalley
Published: 05/07/2024
Pages: 256
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.57lbs
Size: 9.14h x 6.38w x 0.96d
ISBN: 9780063113589
Audience: Young Adult


Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 04/01/2024
Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks 05/01/2024
School Library Journal 05/01/2024 pg. 81
Booklist 05/15/2024 pg. 36