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The God Box

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First published: 2007
Pages: 184

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The novel "The God Box" by Alex Sanchez explores the relationship between spirituality and sexuality. The main character of the story is Paul, a senior in high school. He has been dating Angie since middle school. Paul starts to doubt his sexual orientation and personal convictions after Manuel the first out gay adolescent in their tiny town joins the school. The book explores the difficulties of being gay and religious as well as how biblical texts on homosexuality are interpreted.

About the author

Alex Sanchez

Alex Sanchez uses fiction for young people to explore identity, family, friendship and faith. Born in Mexico City to parents of German-Mexican and Cuban heritage, he moved to Texas at five. He earned a master’s degree in guidance and counseling from Old Dominion and spent many years counseling young people and families in several countries.