Whiteout: Great for Holiday and Christmas Reading or Gifting

"Whiteout," a young adult novel by Dhonielle Clayton, Tiffany D. Jackson, Nic Stone, Angie Thomas, Ashley Woodfolk, and Nicola Yoon, is a romantic story set in snow-covered Atlanta, following a group of Black teens who band together to help a friend win back her girlfriend through a grand gesture.

Setting:

The story unfolds in Atlanta, Georgia, during a snowy Christmas season, creating a cozy and romantic atmosphere.

Plot:

Stevie, heartbroken after a misunderstanding with her girlfriend, Sola, decides to orchestrate a spectacular romantic gesture to win her back.

Characters:

The book features a diverse group of Black teens, including Stevie and Sola, and their friends, who are all navigating their own relationships and challenges.

Themes:

The novel explores themes of friendship, second chances, Black joy, and the power of romantic gestures.

Authors:

"Whiteout" is a collaborative effort by six acclaimed and bestselling YA authors, known for their work in the Black and queer love genres.

Connection to Blackout:

"Whiteout" is a follow-up to the authors' New York Times bestseller, "Blackout," and continues to celebrate Black and queer love.