43 pages 1 hour read

Emily M. Danforth

The Miseducation of Cameron Post

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2012

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The Miseducation of Cameron Post follows lesbian teen Cameron Post's journey of self-acceptance and identity formation in Miles City, Montana. After her parents' tragic death, Cameron's religious aunt sends her to God's Promise, a conversion therapy camp. There, Cameron befriends fellow skeptics Jane and Adam, with whom she eventually plans an escape. Themes include homosexuality, grief, and religion. The book addresses themes of conversion therapy and self-harm.

Reviews & Readership

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Emily M. Danforth's The Miseducation of Cameron Post is praised for its authentic portrayal of a teenager grappling with her identity in 1990s America. Reviewers commend its heartfelt narrative and complex characters, though some feel the pacing is slow. Overall, it effectively captures the struggles and resilience of LGBTQ+ youth.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Miseducation of Cameron Post?

Readers who enjoy coming-of-age stories with strong LGBTQ+ themes and complex characters will appreciate The Miseducation of Cameron Post by Emily M. Danforth. Fans of Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe by Benjamin Alire Sáenz or Fun Home by Alison Bechdel will find its emotional depth and exploration of identity compelling.

Recommended

Reading Age

14-18years

Lexile Level

1120L

Book Details

Topics

LGBTQ

Themes

Identity: Sexuality

Life/Time: Coming of Age

Genre

Realistic Fiction

Modern Classic Fiction

Historical Fiction