Why read Red Clay Suzie?

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A novel inspired by true events

The coming-of-age story of Philbet, a gay, physically-misshapen boy in rural Georgia, who battles bullying, ignorance, and disdain as he makes his way in life as an outsider-before finding acceptance in unlikely places.

Fueled by tomato sandwiches and green milkshakes, and obsessed with cars,…

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Why read it?

2 authors picked Red Clay Suzie as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

Robert Gwaltney

Author

I loved this beautiful book because it took me back to my own childhood as an outsider in rural Georgia, a time when I was lonesome and frightened.

If only I had access to a novel tender and poignant as Red Clay Suzie growing up, I would have experienced much needed representation of myself within the pages, discovering a sort of transcendent hopefulness and acceptance I was desperate to find.

From Robert's 3 favorite reads in 2023.

Valerie Nieman

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The voice of Philbet grabs you from the first page.

This story of a young boy struggling with difficult physical challenges and even more intimidating social ones as he grows to adulthood in rural Georgia grabs you by the heart and won’t let go. A novel of breathtaking honesty and vulnerability, leavened by a hefty dose of humor.

From Valerie's 3 favorite reads in 2023.