The V-Word is a non-fiction book of several true accounts of first-time sex, written by Amber J. Keyser. The memoirs are honest and diverse- stretching from planned sex of those in long term relationships, sexual first-time encounters that reflect experiences in LGBT relationships, and the unplanned one-night-stands. The book also encourages safe sex and provides information on how to practice it. The strength of this book is its honesty and truthful accounts that are provided to its readers.
I searched repeatedly to see if this fit in YA literature, and in fact, it seems that it does. I 100% understand that teens need sources of information... they need truth, accuracy, and open conversation when it comes to sex. I get that. But, to have actual memoirs in written accounts... I'm not sure that I think this is for "young adults." Then again, I have to remember what a wide range of ages YA covers, and how many poor sources of "sex ed" these young adults have, and it does make more sense to me. Young adults are nearly bombarded with unrealistic sex, in the media, school hallways, TV, parties, and simply because they are going through puberty and experiencing new things, so I can see how a source of accurate information is important. I still don't know that I would feel comfortable recommending this to a young adult, but I see the importance of having it in your library. I would NOT recommend this for anyone younger than 16, as there are better sources of information out there for younger ages. This book seems important to share with a female who is considering experiencing her first sexual encounter.
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