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Is this anything like Gracefully Grayson, because it almost sounds exactly the same?

Jaden Diminno I have yet to read either book, however, I believe the main difference (and the reason George is getting more press) is that George is written by a tr…moreI have yet to read either book, however, I believe the main difference (and the reason George is getting more press) is that George is written by a trans author who is extremely active in the LGBTQ+ community whereas Gracefully Grayson is written by a cis author. This is also evident just from reading the blurbs about the books. Gracefully Grayson uses the whole "stuck in the wrong body" trope, whereas George isn't a girl born in a boys body. She's a girl who people perceive as a boy, which is a much more accurate representation of the trans community as a whole.(less)

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i want to read it so bad!!1 is it good????

Michael Bicak Hi GTown. I finished reading "George" last night. Yes, it is good. It is a wonderful, moving story for everyone. Anyone who has ever felt the least bi…moreHi GTown. I finished reading "George" last night. Yes, it is good. It is a wonderful, moving story for everyone. Anyone who has ever felt the least bit 'different' (in any way) will identify with this story. It is full of wonderful characters and deep emotion. I strongly recommend this book, without any hesitation whatsoever. My 12 year old daughter is just starting it. Hope this helps. (less)

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Is this book about a boy who wants to be a girl or a girl who wants to be a boy? I'm so confused.

Penny It's about a girl who is perceived by everyone else as a boy because of her male 'equipment' (which embarrasses her to no end). She doesn't WANT to be…moreIt's about a girl who is perceived by everyone else as a boy because of her male 'equipment' (which embarrasses her to no end). She doesn't WANT to be a girl. She IS a girl.(less)

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I think that this book is incredible and deserves a round of applause. It was marvelous and left me in awe about how transgender youths could be portrayed in the manner. But, if you told your parents you were transgender and they didn't accept you - what would you do or what would your first instincts be?

Jeyah i would run away from home then cry in a trash bin ;-;

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What do you think is the age range for this book?

Melissa I would say that upper elementary students can handle the reading level of the book but the interest level is geared more toward middle grades and up.

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