A shy teen girl mourns her beloved gay uncle's death from AIDS in 1980s New York and forms a healing bond with his partner.
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A shy teen girl mourns her beloved gay uncle's death from AIDS in 1980s New York and forms a healing bond with his partner.
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Fourteen-year-old June Elbus, shy at school and distant from her older sister, has only ever had one person who truly understood her: Finn Weiss - her uncle, godfather, confidant and best friend. So when he dies, far too young, of a mysterious illness, June's world is turned upside down. At the funeral a strange man lingers beyond the crowd. A few days later, June receives a package in the mail. Inside is a beautiful teapot she recognizes from Finn's apartment and a note from Toby, the stranger,...
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will contain mild spoilers
Romance & sex
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Central same-sex romance depicted with emotional intimacy and references to physical affection.
Violence & gore
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No evidence found in available sources
Profanity
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Mild language appears occasionally in dialogue.
Substance use
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No evidence found in available sources
LGBTQ+ Rep.
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Gay uncle and his partner are central; story explores their relationship and 1980s acceptance.
Religious content
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No evidence found in available sources
Magic & witchcraft
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Occult / demonology
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Political content
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Examines social stigma around homosexuality and AIDS in 1980s America.
Self-harm / suicide
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No evidence found in available sources
Abuse & suffering
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Portrays grief, family conflict, and suffering from terminal illness.
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