In this engaging sequel to Maybe Next Year, 17-year-old Bryan* suddenly finds himself on his own in Los Angeles, having narrowly escaped being sent to a gay conversion therapy camp by his fundamentalist father.
Luckily, he finds a room to rent in a house owned by a gay attorney near UCLA. His housemates are a fabulous Black drag queen with an amazing voice, a hard-partying porn star, and a hunky Marine veteran with post-war baggage. This colorful crew becomes Bryan’s new family, supporting him as he navigates his new life as an openly gay high school senior who must support himself and somehow save for college.
Bryan struggles to fit in at his new high school, and he soon experiences homophobia and bullying. He befriends an out and proud Black lesbian named LaTanya, and together they inject fresh energy into the school’s stagnant Gay-Straight Alliance and work to turn the school into a more welcoming place for LGBTQ+ students.
Along the way, Bryan learns how to deal with dating and sex, homesickness, financial challenges, and many other aspects of adulthood – all while staying on the down-low to avoid being discovered and sent back to his religious, homophobic parents in Kansas.
Bryan’s journey to becoming an Instant Adult is sometimes humorous and sometimes heartbreaking, but always compelling. You’ll connect with the inherently lovable Bryan and cheer for him every step of the way.
Learn more here: 10 Questions About Instant Adult for Author Dave Hughes
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* Bryan changes his name to Ryan when he turns 18.
5-Star Reviews for Instant Adult
“Dave Hughes is a great storyteller. Once I started reading Instant Adult I couldn’t put it down. The character development and details in the book were superb.
I kept asking myself, “How did the author know this?”, “Where is he taking this plot line?”, “OMG the same thing happened to me when I was coming out.”
And when I came to the final page, I was still wanting more. Instant Adult was so well written I will definitely be waiting for the next book in his series.”
“Dave Hughes’ follow-up to Maybe Next Year is entertaining and heartwarming. Instant Adult is a positive, uplifting account
(with some twists and turns!) of a handsome young man who is definitely not in Kansas anymore!”
“Bryan (soon to rename himself Ryan) faces many challenges on his road to adulthood, but turns out to be a fine, upstanding young man that you can’t help but like.
Along the way, Dave introduces us to several more characters that Dave does a great job developing into fully likable unique individuals,
each of which have a positive impact on Ryan’s development. The story engages with a few interesting twists that keep you asking “What’s next?”
Overall, a very enjoyable read and I look forward to the next book to learn what Ryan and his new family-of-choice are up to next!”
“Dave Hughes tells the story of (B)ryan who is forced to flee from his homophobic parents and takes on a new life and identity in Los Angeles.
Ryan meets up with some great characters that are nicely rounded out by the author, and Ryan has to make some tough choices as an “instant adult.”
This is the author’s second book in the series. It’s a satisfying read and makes you want more when you finish it. I am looking forward to the next book already!”
“Another great read from Dave Hughes! I tore through this book in one day. Many new, interesting, and likable (and not) characters are introduced,
and the protagonist faces a lot of coming-of-age choices and challenges that compel you to keep reading well past your bedtime. Read it!”
Content Advisory
This book contains adult language and references to homophobia, bullying in schools, pornography, and same-sex sexual activities. It does not contain graphic sex scenes. If it was a movie, it would be rated R. This book may not be suitable for readers under 18.
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