featuring illustrations by Yuko Jones

They are an immediate hit

That would stink

her best friend who’s pulling away

One of the Boys Melissa de la Cruz featuring illustrations by Yuko JonesGrace Woodhouse has left a lot behind. She used to have a great friend group, an amazing girlfriend, and a right foot set to earn her a Division I football scholarshipbefore she came out as trans. As senior year begins, Grace is struggling to find her place in early transition, new social circles, and a life without football. But when her skills as the best kicker in the state prove to be vital, her old teammates beg her to come out of retirement,