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While this isnt a 'wow showstopping' comic, it is an incredibly important comic, and I think that it shines a very real and unfabricated look into what questioning your identity can feel like.
The line of "so instead of asking people to do something to make you feel more comfortable, you'd rather just feel a little uncomfortable all of the time?" Really stuck with me. I have a great respect for Maia and the truth to eir story with little left unspoken. The discomfort with finding what fits for y ...more
The line of "so instead of asking people to do something to make you feel more comfortable, you'd rather just feel a little uncomfortable all of the time?" Really stuck with me. I have a great respect for Maia and the truth to eir story with little left unspoken. The discomfort with finding what fits for y ...more
A very important book, especially for those who are questioning or want to learn more about gender. However, I wish there was more to this book. It's a quick read, but I felt like there were parts missing. I understand that the author is having a difficult time expressing eir gender, especially to the public, but as a reader I wanted more--for the book to go deeper and be more fleshed out.
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5 stars because this is such an incredible insight into understanding the intricacies and challenges of gender and sexuality but also because it’s a banned book and we love that!
a very interesting exploration of gender - definitely could appreciate as I have felt the same way many times. i struggled a bit with reading it in the beginning, but it was a quick read (i realize it took me 3 months, but i wasn't actively reading during those months)
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Adult books for young adults; Autobiographical comics; Growing up; Explicit; Reflective; Candid
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I liked it! especially the bit about the scales and trying to balance out what you're born with
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