Kelly’s Folly
Buy it now
Kelly, 16, has just moved from England to Ohio. Kelly likes eyeliner, nail polish, and tall boys who smell nice. Kelly doesn’t like back-stabbing friends, controlling boyfriends, or being mistaken for a girl.
Lance is the star quarterback at Verity High School. He’s the broody son of a high-profile Republican senator, and not a fan of boys who like eyeliner.
Noah is a senior in the music program at Verity. He’s the bad boy son of a famous music producer, and definitely a fan of boys who like eyeliner.
It doesn’t take Kelly long to discover that life in Mission Hill, a town his family moved to for its Olympic-level Aquatics Center and dive program, is a whole lot more complicated than the life he left in Reading. Especially when he finds himself torn between two loves and juggling friend groups.
Soon, Kelly is thrust into a whirlwind of secrets and lies, love and loss, betrayal and heartbreak, throwing everyone and everything in his life into upheaval, including his goal of being an Olympic diver.
It all comes to a head when Kelly is forced into a decision that could change his life forever.
Reviews
“Loved Loved Loved. I recently completed “Kelly’s Folly” and was captivated by its portrayal of Kelly’s journey through the complexities of growing up as a gay athlete. The book took me along as Kelly confronted his challenges, skillfully depicting how he navigates the demanding forces of competitive sports and personal identity. Through TF Forest’s exploration of themes like self-acceptance, love, and societal norms within the diving world, I was both entertained and educated. I already feel a connection to Kelly and eagerly anticipate hearing more about his journey!”
“Really loved this book. The characters were well developed as was the stout line. I learned a lot about what it is like to train to be an Olympic athlete and the dedication it takes. It also showed the difference between having a loving family that supports your truth and a family that does not, can have on someone’s life. Very well done and totally enjoyable.”