Today I am excited to be featuring the book I Have Something To Tell You by Chasten Buttigieg on the Blog Tour hosted by Rockstar Book Tours! I am also sharing a giveaway, so be sure to read on. This post contains affiliate links, so if you use them and make a purchase, I may receive a small commission.
About The Book:
Title: I Have Something To Tell You
Author: Chasten Buttigieg
Genre: YA Memior
Publisher:Atheneum Books for Young Readers, 5/16/23
Source: Rockstar Book Tours
Find it: Goodreads, https://books2read.com/I-HAVE-SOMETHING-TO-TELL-YOU-FOR-YOUNG-ADULTS
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Book Description:
The young adult adaptation of the hopeful and refreshingly candid bestselling memoir by the husband of a former Democratic presidential candidate about growing up gay in his small Midwestern town. Completely rewritten with new stories, including resources for readers, parents, and teachers.
Growing up, Chasten Glezman Buttigieg didn’t always fit in. He felt different from his father and brothers, who loved to hunt and go camping, and out of place in the rural, conservative small town where he lived. Back then, blending in was more important than feeling seen.
So, when Chasten realized he was gay, he kept that part of himself hidden away for a long, painful time. With incredible bravery, and the support of his loved ones, Chasten eventually came out—and when he did, he learned that being true to himself was the most rewarding journey of all.
Finding acceptance and self-love can seem like a tremendous challenge, but it’s never impossible. With honesty, courage, and warmth, Chasten relays his experience of growing up in America and embracing his identity, while inspiring young people across the country to do the same.
About Chasten Buttigieg:
Chasten Glezman Buttigieg grew up in Traverse City, Michigan. He is a teacher, advocate, and husband of former presidential candidate Pete Buttigieg. Chasten currently lives with Pete; their two children, Gus and Penelope; and their two rescue dogs, Buddy and Truman, in Northern Michigan. I Have Something to Tell You—For Young Adults is his second book.
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My Review:
This is a story of Chasten’s growing up and feeling differently from those who lived in his small, Midwest, conservative town. The story shares his fear of coming out to his family and how he eventually did so. He talks about learning to love himself and how difficult life was for him when he had to hide a huge part of his identity. He takes care to share his difficulties while remaining encouraging to young people.
I Have Something To Tell You Giveaway:
1 winner will receive a finished copy of I HAVE SOMETHING TO TELL YOU – FOR YOUNG ADULTS, US Only.
Ends May 16th, midnight EST.
Tour Schedule:
Week One:
| 5/1/2023 | YA Books Central | Excerpt/IG Post |
| 5/1/2023 | The Momma Spot | Excerpt |
| 5/2/2023 | Two Chicks on Books | Excerpt/IG Post |
| 5/2/2023 | #BRVL Book Review Virginia Lee Blog | Excerpt/IG Post |
| 5/3/2023 | A Backwards Story | Excerpt |
| 5/3/2023 | Cara North | Excerpt/IG Post |
| 5/4/2023 | A Blue Box Full of Books | IG Feature |
| 5/4/2023 | A Dream Within A Dream | Excerpt |
| 5/5/2023 | Nonbinaryknightreads | Review/IG Post |
| 5/5/2023 | The Chirpy Bookaholic | Excerpt/IG Post |
Week Two:
| 5/8/2023 | Alohabooksandbujos | IG Review |
| 5/8/2023 | Review Thick And Thin | Review/IG Post |
| 5/9/2023 | Satisfaction for Insatiable Readers | Review/IG Post |
| 5/9/2023 | @allyluvsbooksalatte | IG Feature/TikTok Post |
| 5/10/2023 | OneMoreExclamation | Review/IG Post |
| 5/10/2023 | Not In Jersey | Review/IG Post |
| 5/11/2023 | Country Mamas With Kids | Review/IG Post |
| 5/11/2023 | Jenguerdy | IG Review |
| 5/12/2023 | Author Z. Knight’s Guild | Review/IG Post |
| 5/12/2023 | @froggyreadteach | IG Review |
I recommend this book for young people and the adults who love them!
