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Burn That Bridge Kindle Edition

by J.R. Gray (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.6 out of 5 stars 129 ratings
Turns out trading a spot on the cheerleading squad for a fresh fade and all-new pronouns was more of a recipe for disaster than happiness. Coming out as trans in rural Alabama, where football rules and cheer is life, might have been the worst way to start my senior year.

There are no safety nets for people like me in places like this.

But sometimes, hope shows itself in the most unexpected places. New friends help us survive —and maybe— thrive. But falling for Sebastian was not part of the plan.

Embracing my identity put my happiness at odds with my safety. I’m terrified. Terrified to be me. Terrified to be happy. Terrified to love him.

Welcome to senior year.

Try to make it out alive.
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    April 29, 2021
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B091SX2574
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Gray Books
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  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ April 29, 2021
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1.0 MB
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 284 pages
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    4.6 out of 5 stars 129 ratings

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Gray is a cynical Chicago native, who drinks coffee all day, barely sleeps, and is a little too fashion obsessed. He writes romance sprinkled with kink, and hot as hell, dark and angsty characters because everyone deserves a happily ever after.

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Customers find the book enlightening and appreciate its sensual content. The writing quality receives positive feedback, with one customer highlighting the vivid scenes about high school and another noting how it makes readers think and feel.

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Customers find the book enlightening, with one mentioning how it touches on various topics.

"...I appreciated that the book touches on these things...." Read more

"Wow! I mean, seriously ... Wow! This book is everything and so much more!..." Read more

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Customers enjoy the sensual content of the book, with one mentioning moments of intimate scenes and another appreciating the love story.

"...It has some moments of sensual intimacy between DJ and Sebastian, but of course nothing too explicit...." Read more

"...Masterfully written with all the emotions & feelings to make you feel as part of these characters lives...." Read more

"...I really enjoyed the love story...." Read more

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Customers praise the writing quality of the book, with reviews noting its emotional depth, vivid high school scenes, and balanced sweetness.

"...I like things a little spicier, BUT the characters and storyline are so well written and emotional that I didn't even miss all that...." Read more

"Wonderful book! Loved the vivid scenes written about highschool. Everyone can associate with the main characters...." Read more

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A phenomenal ya story from the incredible JR Gray
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A phenomenal ya story from the incredible JR Gray
JR Gray is one of those authors that can totally pull you in and make you fall head over heels for his literary characters. I have read some of his adult romances but this YA novel was just... gahh!!! It was so good. Here is my SPOILER FREE review. On the first day of school, Sebastian’s crush, Darcy comes into the room and everything goes quiet. His name is DJ, he is no longer the head cheerleader, and he is finally being himself. And Sebastian knows that he still feels the strong attraction and feelings for DJ that he felt for Darcy. With DJ feeling like he has no friends and nowhere to belong at the moment, Sebastian pulls him into his group of friends and so begins the start of a great friendship between them. But Sebastian has no idea how to tell DJ how he feels about him or if the feelings would even be reciprocated... Burn That Bridge was a beautiful and very emotional story about being true to ones self and discovering your identity. This isn’t just about a young trans boy, but about another boy discovering his own queer identity. It is about the loss that can occur in friendships when people are closed minded and bigoted. It is about fear and love and everything in between. I truly loved this book.
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  • Bookish Lauren
    5.0 out of 5 stars A top read for 2021
    Reviewed in the United States on May 25, 2021
    Format: KindleVerified Purchase
    Ok this book was absolutely fantastic! I tend to not read YA stories because I like things a little spicier, BUT the characters and storyline are so well written and emotional that I didn't even miss all that. It has some moments of sensual intimacy between DJ and Sebastian, but of course nothing too explicit. It was sweet without being overly so.

    This was my first time reading a story with a transgender main character. I wasn't sure exactly what to expect going in, but I knew there would be some tough moments to read. Burn That Bridge does a great job of reflecting how life can be for someone who is making the transition and how amazing a great support system can make a huge difference.

    I have to say though, Sebastian’s character was my absolute favorite. He held a torch for DJ before and during and was there for him through every good and bad moment. He was thoughtful and sensitive and attentive and made sure to make space for DJ's feelings, whatever they were in any moment. He was also super funny and their banter had me cracking up in moments. They just fit like 2 puzzle pieces.

    I also loved the supporting characters. Sebastian’s parents, DJ's mom, their teacher Mr. Heavens, and Sebastian’s friends who welcomed DJ into their group. It helped build a foundation that led up to the relationship sparked between Sebastian and DJ. A judgment free zone that was full of joy and love.

    Burn That Bridge also shed light and some of the darker places in life that the trans community endures. Things that align with news stories we see everyday regarding the hate and cruelty doled out by bigots. I appreciated that the book touches on these things. If people read more stories like this, I think there would be more empathy in the world.

    5/5 stars. Highly recommended
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  • Guardian_angel54
    5.0 out of 5 stars Words can not describe
    Reviewed in the United States on May 22, 2021
    Format: KindleVerified Purchase
    Wow! I mean, seriously ... Wow! This book is everything and so much more! I honestly think I'm in a little bit of a book afterglow but I have to say how I'm feeling as I just finished, and I don't want to wait.

    I've read books previously that featured trans characters but nothing before has so totally immersed me into the emotional and physical mindset of what it must be like to be a trans teen. The turmoil that DJ goes through, before and during the start of his transition is just heartbreaking. To feel so imprisoned in your own body. Then to finally come out and deal with the backlash of homophobic, small-minded people is just ... gutwrenching! There were times in reading this that I wanted to cry - and then there were times when I wanted to cheer out loud for DJ and Sebastian. They were so strong and supportive of each other as they both navigated new self views and social interactions. Smith was an absolutely amazing friend and I loved how he just easily made space for the new dynamics without even flinching. This book is literally in a league all of its own and I seriously applaud the author for, not only tackling a difficult subject, but for doing it in such a brutally honest voice - and yet still imbibed it with a thread of hope. I would say the ending was more of a HFN, because I kind of feel like DJ and Sebastian's story is really just beginning. I'd love to read more about these two and the romantic in me wants to believe that they make it through to their real HEA! Two words in closing: Read This!! So good!
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  • Fanni
    4.0 out of 5 stars Senior year after transition? Adversity, hate and love and acceptance
    Reviewed in the United States on May 16, 2021
    Format: Kindle
    Thank you to GRR and J.R.Gray for providing me a copy to review.

    This was my first book about a trans character. I've been hesitant to pick up any book with a trans MC because I knew so little about this topic. But when I came accross this book the synopsis and the bravery behind DJ's choice of coming out grabbed my attention immediatly and I wanted to know more. So when I had the chance to recieve an ARC it was no question I sign up.

    Burn that Bridge is the story of DJ who decides to come out as trans in his last year of high school and Sebastian who had a crush on them since they moved here and his transition made no difference to him. In this book we get to experience all the challanges of coming out as trans, the hostility of southern beliefs, the cruelty of high school students but also the power of kindness and friendship and the goodness of hearts that not judge.

    The story is dual POV so we first hand see DJ live through the hell he created deciding he couldn't hide his true self anymore. The struggle to understand if he made the right choice or just made senior year a living hell for himself. And we also see Sebastian's POV. He realizes some life changing stuff about himself when his feelings for DJ do not change at all after his transition. And also seeing him rejected gives him the courage to approach the guy for the first time in a year and try to provide friendship when all other kids seem to pull away. I loved his accepting, joyful self that was just plain beautiful in the way he gave his love to DJ. First as a friend then more.
    Their frindship and relationship is built on trust given after seeing the other's vulnerabilities and the power they give each other not giving up even after being threatened.

    The story itself was pretty great but unfortunately the storytelling and the structure was a bit wobbly. There were some storylines that were picked up and never finished. The emotional journey was a little ubrupt not showing the inner turmoil of the situation. I felt the characters a bit distant.

    But overall, I think this book was a really good story. I gained a lot of knowledge on trans people and their experience and also had a blast reading about the goodness that showed itself in this book facing the adversity and hate of others.

    I highly recommend it!
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  • holler
    5.0 out of 5 stars Would make a great film!
    Reviewed in the United States on June 11, 2024
    Format: KindleVerified Purchase
    Wonderful book! Loved the vivid scenes written about highschool. Everyone can associate with the main characters. Would love a sequel to how they do in College. This author always delivers books that make you think and feel!!
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  • Rose
    5.0 out of 5 stars This one almost broke me and I thanked it for doing so
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 17, 2023
    Format: KindleVerified Purchase
    Sweet, painful, and ultimately wonderful.

    This book has some dark moments, some moments that made me want to scream and shake a few people. It had moments I was terrified. It was a really great read. Agonising but good.

    It also had some amazing parts that made me go ahhhhhh yessss what great people! I loved it so so much. This is going on the need to own list right now.

    Carefully written, sensitively handled, it felt very realistic which is why it hit so hard.

    I adored and felt so connected to DJ and Sebastian was such a sweetheart. I totally loved him. Their relationship made all the hurt so so worth it. Smith was a great friend and I adored him! And the ending, I saw that one coming a mile away but in a good way.

    Emery and Kim might not have been the greatest friends at first but they got there and their ending was worth it too.

    This story was poignant, sweet, heart aching and beautiful. I could not put it down or stop reading and even with the bad stuff that occurred, I would rec this book to anyone. Wonderful book. 12/10, would read again!
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  • Jennifer wice
    5.0 out of 5 stars Everyone needs to read this!
    Reviewed in Canada on July 31, 2022
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    Amazing view of how much kids in school (and out) feel the need to hide who they truly are so others can't use that as a potential weapon.
    Well written (as always from J.R. Gray), emotionally charged and incredibly eye opening.
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  • Pat Johnson
    5.0 out of 5 stars A must read.....
    Reviewed in Australia on May 19, 2021
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    What an incredible book and what a journey J.R.Gray took me on.
    High school isn’t the easiest time of anyone’s life .
    Darcy finished one week as Darcy , the following week Darcy became Dj — he knew this would be difficult but it became so much more .
    Wanting to feel free to become who you know you are comes as a huge cost.
    Sometimes it’s out with the old friends and in with the new.
    Sebastian had quietly had a crush on Dj , they became friends ,Sebastian had DJ’s back, always .
    There is so much wonder in this book , I honestly cannot do my review justice.
    Some parts broke me but knowing the bravery and courage that Dj has spurred me on.
    The humanity that Sebastian has is pure gold, his kindness and thoughtfulness is incredible.
    This is a “ What a book!”
    Plenty of humour, parental love , magnificent writing, this wonderful book and love — held everything for me .
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  • Freckles
    5.0 out of 5 stars Very moving
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 3, 2021
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    This is a story about a girl who starts the last year in high school coming out as a transgender. It’s about the reactions from other children in school who don’t know how to accept and deal with something like this happening and the ramifications of their actions on everyone. It’s also about forming friendships and family support. I found it very moving too see how the characters were treated, how the teachers, families and schools,dealt with this. Definitely recommend reading this.
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  • NB
    5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 9, 2021
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    This is another fab book by JR Grey. Sensitively written with wonderful characters. It’s a beautiful story. I loved it.
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