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Absolutely necessary read for LGBTQ activism. I loved Sarah’s vulnerability and honesty, but also that she was so willing to say that our requirement that trans people be so vulnerable in their activism is dehumanizing. Beautifully tells her own tragic story while weaving in stats on trans issues. On the one hand this book is incredibly hopeful, but I also couldn’t stop thinking about how her accomplishments in politics was only possible as a trans person because she has been involved in local politics starting in childhood. Are the same possibilities available to every trans person? Hard to know or see a path forward. 

I laughed, I cried, and I learned so much. Thank you, Sarah, for sharing your story and providing a glimmer of hope for anyone who has felt marginalized or like they don’t belong.

I highly suggest listening to the audiobook version, which is narrated by Sarah herself.
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This book had me in tears, cheering, and full of hope.

Sarah shines through her passionate words, struggles, grief, victories, and loss. I felt at times both wanting to defend her and cheer for her. I don’t know how long it will take me to get over the deep need to hug her, as well.

And Andy. This story is as much about him as Sarah. I feel like he was the friend I hadn’t met yet. So many things about us just aligned and I could grieve for him and with Sarah. I won’t lightly let that go.

I know this review isn’t “helpful” to whether you read it or not. But it needed to be conveyed how beautifully emotional this book was. And I my list in that category is very, very short.

Audio - 3.5 stars rounded up. Her story is both interesting and heartbreaking, and I respect her for her political drive.