Bibliograph

Ana on the edge, by A.J. Sass

Type

Label

Ana on the edge, by A.J. Sass

Language

eng

Index

no index present

Intended audience

Ages 8-12

Literary Form

novels

Main title

Ana on the edge

Responsibility statement

by A.J. Sass

Summary

Twelve-year-old Ana-Marie Jin, the reigning US Juvenile figure skating champion, is not a frilly dress kind of kid. So, when Ana learns that next season's program will be princess themed, doubt forms fast. Still, Ana tries to focus on training and putting together a stellar routine worthy of national success. Once Ana meets Hayden, a transgender boy new to the rink, thoughts about the princess program and gender identity begin to take centre stage. And when Hayden mistakes Ana for a boy, Ana doesn't correct him and finds comfort in this boyish identity when he's around. As their friendship develops, Ana realizes that it's tricky juggling two different identities on one slippery sheet of ice. And with a major competition approaching, Ana must decide whether telling everyone the truth is worth risking years of hard work and sacrifice

Target audience

pre adolescent

Creator