Out of the Pocket

Bill Königsberg’s “Out of the Pocket” is an engrossing book on acceptance and identity. Bobby Framingham, a talented quarterback in California who is seventeen years old, struggles with his secret he is gay. Bobby must decide how to maintain his integrity and win back his teammates’ faith after being shockingly exposed by a student reporter. Young adults will find this moving story, which blends sports and self-discovery, to be an engaging read.