'An exploration of sexuality and masculinity focusing on a gay teenager.'
- The Guardian
'Different For Boys by Patrick Ness explores teen sexuality, friendship, and romance in this frank and humorous LGBTQ+ story about Ant who is finding all his relationships increasing complicated.'
- Emma Saunders, Books of 2023, BBC Entertainment & Arts
'Tender and pitch-perfect, from one of the best YA authors around.'
- The Bookseller, One to Watch, March 2023 Previews
'Featured in Pen & Inc Autumn/Winter 2022 listings, highlighting the best in diversity and inclusion in children's books.'
- Pen & Inc
'Featured in the Season Highlights for the Bookseller's Spring 2023 Children's Buyer's Guide'
- The Bookseller