[Sick Puppy Press (Joe Six-Pack)] Student Exchange [2019 Second Digital Edition] [Illustrated eBook]
"Student Exchange" is a story centered around Kelley Sue Crawford, a girl from the small town of Winstonville, Oklahoma, who dreams of fame and adoration. She learns that the TV show “Top Model USA” will be filming nearby, which she sees as a chance to achieve her aspirations. To gain an advantage, she decides to host a foreign exchange student from France, believing that the country's fashion expertise will help her. Upon meeting her exchange student, Michel, Kelley Sue is surprised to find he is male instead of the female presence she expected. Despite her initial embarrassment, she pressures Michel to dress as a girl to fit her vision. As Michel adapts to his new role and becomes integrated into the Crawford family, Kelley Sue's life begins to unravel. She feels overshadowed by Michel's emerging popularity, which affects her friendships and romantic relationships. Unbeknownst to Kelley Sue, Michel has no plans to return home, complicating the dynamics further. The story, previously published as “French Dupe” in 2010, features new illustrations and explores themes of slow change, character transformation, crossdressing, and rivalry. The book is rated "PG" for some sexual suggestions and language, consisting of 77 pages with 22 color illustrations.