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3.9 AVERAGE
3.9 AVERAGE
challenging
reflective
medium-paced
4.5* - A little less football dialogue, and this would have been a 5* read.
(I understand why it was there, though, as Jaques is trying to dismantle the trans-stereotypes of hyper femininity/masculinity - I just find football personally a bit dull)
The interspersal of trans-theory and memoir was a clever touch, and I feel very under read/cultured in the face of Jaques breadth of cultural film and literary touchpoints!
(I understand why it was there, though, as Jaques is trying to dismantle the trans-stereotypes of hyper femininity/masculinity - I just find football personally a bit dull)
The interspersal of trans-theory and memoir was a clever touch, and I feel very under read/cultured in the face of Jaques breadth of cultural film and literary touchpoints!
I was already somewhat familiar with Juliet Jacques' writing and I expected something fairly cerebral from her memoir. I found this a wonderful blend of culture, politics, personal history and trans theory. I couldn't connect to everything but I enjoyed how she conveyed her interest in films and music that I've never heard of (and I've since checked out one of the bands mentioned and will explore more in due course).
I'm also trying to learn more about trans experiences and I loved the nuance here, both showing how Jacques' relationship with her gender evolved and developed, and the challenges of sharing that experience and navigating medical support in the face of a strong prevailing narrative of what dysphoria looks like and how transition works.
I'm also trying to learn more about trans experiences and I loved the nuance here, both showing how Jacques' relationship with her gender evolved and developed, and the challenges of sharing that experience and navigating medical support in the face of a strong prevailing narrative of what dysphoria looks like and how transition works.
hopeful
informative
fast-paced
challenging
informative
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adventurous
challenging
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funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
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fast-paced
emotional
inspiring
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medium-paced
It was an interesting read. She writes well when it comes to things like music and literature, although some things come off as rather smug.
When it comes to gender theory and politics, she does not seem to be very interested in theorising, which is fine enough, but was still disappointing. Especially since she's not giving actual arguments for her opinions.
This is an interesting look at her life so far, but not so much about gender or a memoir per se. (Also I got to be honest : I don't think I like her, some parts were rather tone deaf and other times she just came across as such a hipster pseudo intellectual).
I guess I'd have preferred reading a novelisation of her teenage years (as the alienation, the football, the music obsession etc was described really well) or a good non fiction book. Something more solid.
When it comes to gender theory and politics, she does not seem to be very interested in theorising, which is fine enough, but was still disappointing. Especially since she's not giving actual arguments for her opinions.
This is an interesting look at her life so far, but not so much about gender or a memoir per se. (Also I got to be honest : I don't think I like her, some parts were rather tone deaf and other times she just came across as such a hipster pseudo intellectual).
I guess I'd have preferred reading a novelisation of her teenage years (as the alienation, the football, the music obsession etc was described really well) or a good non fiction book. Something more solid.
This is a fantastic book and really insightful. I really enjoyed reading about Juliet's transition and her love of films, literature and art. I have definitely found some films and books to read from this memoir.