Rainbow Party

Rainbow Parties. Are they real? Who's going?GIN and SANDYOne's been with all the guys, one's terrified of them.It's Gin's party; she invited everyone.ALLISONPresident of the Celibacy Club. What's she thinkin'?HUNTER and PERRYFriends...with benefits.JADEHanging on to it for the right guy.SKYE and RODTotally doing it, totally curious.VISkye's BF who has it for Rod. The party could change everything.RUSTY and BRICKOne thinks he's a playah. One's built like it. Neither's getting any.ASH and ROSEThe class couple, not ready yet. So why are they going?Would you?Rainbow Partyis a cautionary tale about a group of teens faced with theprospect of attending a party involving oral sex. The novel spotlightseach of their diverse viewpoints in the hours leading up to the party.It explores what each teen has -- and has not -- been up to sexually,and why. And ultimately, why they would consider going to a party likethis in the first place.This book addresses important and timeless issues relevant to teens, including self-esteem, peer pressure, awareness about STD protection, and making an informed and educated decision about readiness for sexual activity. It was inspired by numerous news reports about the prevalence and attitudes among teens towards certain types of sexual behavior, and is intended to engage readers in this real-life issue in a responsible and constructive fashion.

Paul Ruditis is the author of many licensed fiction and nonfiction companion books, from Charmed and Buffy the Vampire Slayer to Star Trek and Bones, among others. He lives in Burbank, California.