|summary= A history both personal and social, spanning 30 years, ''Out of Bounds'' could well have been a self-indulgent work. Instead, it is a work of quiet importance, a fascinating depiction of both changing times and social attitudes, and, at its heart, the story of a boy growing into a man.
For further reading, I would recommend [[A Place Called Winter by Patrick Gale]]. Easily one of my favourite books of the year, Gale has created a stunning portrayal of the dangers of love in a time that did not allow it. For another example of what it was to be gay in a different time period – this is a fantastic read.
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