Inexcusable

Lynch, C. (2005). Inexcusable. New York: Atheneum Books for Young Readers.

Keir and Gigi had spent the night together after partying. Keir and Gigi had been using alcohol and other substances that cause the night to appear a blur. One thing Gigi remembers is Keir taking advantage of her and raping her the night of the party. Keir thinks he didn't rape Gigi but truly doesn't remember the events of that night.

This book could be followed up by a discussion on sexual abuse, rape, and ways to get help. Lynch's character Keir is a typical good boy but readers discover he isn't truly what he appears to be. Keir's substance abuse begins to affect his decisions and readers are able to see how he becomes more unpopular as the story goes on.