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“Aech’s avatar was a tall, broad shouldered Caucasian male with dark hair and brown eyes. I asked him once if he looked anything like his avatar in real life, and he’d jokingly replied, ‘Yes. But in real life, I’m even more handsome.’” (38)
Upon discovering Aech is actually a Black lesbian, Wade is initially taken aback and isn’t quite sure why someone might choose to hide certain aspects about themselves. However, he quickly realizes that Aech is still Aech and accepts her for who she is.
Do you think that Aech’s true identity reveal is explored with enough depth in the novel? Why or why not? Do you think that Wade’s relatively quick acceptance of Aech’s true identity is realistic? Why or why not?
How does Aech’s decision reflect the grim reality that both online and offline spaces present for many women, people of color, and the LGBTQ community?