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title: "Mysterious Skin"
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# 4.6/5 rating from 789 reviews Used book in good condition Top #67 LGBTQ+ Literary Fiction Mysterious Skin

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## Summary

> 📖 Unlock the haunting truth that everyone’s talking about — don’t miss out on this cult classic!

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- **What is this?** Mysterious Skin
- **How much does it cost?** ¥5778 with free shipping
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## Key Features

- • **Collector’s Edition Appeal:** Own a well-preserved used copy of a cult classic that sparks conversation and introspection.
- • **Cultural and Social Relevance:** Engage with a novel that challenges norms and offers rare representation of queer adolescence in rural America.
- • **Deep Psychological Exploration:** Experience a raw, honest portrayal of trauma, memory, and survival that lingers long after reading.
- • **Timeless Provocative Narrative:** Dive into a story that remains as urgent and relevant 30+ years later.
- • **Critically Acclaimed Bestseller:** Join thousands who rated it 4.6 stars and propelled it to top ranks in LGBTQ+ and Coming-of-Age fiction.

## Overview

Mysterious Skin is a critically acclaimed coming-of-age novel by Scott Heim, exploring trauma, memory, and identity through the lives of two teenage boys. This used copy is in good condition and ranks highly in LGBTQ+ literary fiction, boasting a 4.6-star rating from nearly 800 readers. Its powerful storytelling and cultural significance make it a must-read for those seeking profound, thought-provoking literature.

## Description

desertcart.com: Mysterious Skin: 9780060841690: Heim, Scott: Books

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Best Sellers Rank | #36,219 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #22 in LGBTQ+ Mystery (Books) #23 in LGBTQ+ Thrillers #54 in LGBTQ+ Coming of Age Fiction (Books) |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (803) |
| Dimensions  | 5.31 x 0.68 x 8 inches |
| Edition  | Reissue |
| ISBN-10  | 0060841699 |
| ISBN-13  | 978-0060841690 |
| Item Weight  | 8 ounces |
| Language  | English |
| Print length  | 304 pages |
| Publication date  | May 10, 2005 |
| Publisher  | Harper Perennial |

## Images

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## Frequently Bought Together

- Mysterious Skin
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