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krys_kilz's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
This book was a quick read for me and I enjoyed it! The characters were compelling, the topics covered were important, and there was some beautiful writing. Overall, this was a solid novel in verse.
"I come from my own pen but I see
people torn apart like paper, each a story
or poem that never made it into a book."
"Despair is love
for what isn't
here anymore,
or never was."
Content Warnings
Graphic: Homophobia and Racism
Moderate: Bullying
Minor: Drug use and Sexual content
thebookishnerd_'s review
emotional
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
The Black Flamingo is a coming-of-age story about Michael, a black queer teen, growing up and exploring and discovering his identity. He discovers the art of drag in university and finds a community to call home.
I loved this book, from beginning to end. I have a soft spot for books written in verse and this one did not disappoint. The writing style was beautiful and emotional. It was great to see the language subtly mature as Michael grew up. Each character felt distinct with their own voice and I just fell in love with Michael and Daisy's friendship.
This book addresses many issues from racism, homophobia (both internal and external), fetishization, bullying, forced gender roles, absent parents and so much more. Each issue shows its effects on characters in such a true-to-life way, despite the writing style.
This book packs an emotional punch. Michael's story will pull at your heartstrings. I definitely recommend this book. Especially to those looking for a short yet impactful read.
I loved this book, from beginning to end. I have a soft spot for books written in verse and this one did not disappoint. The writing style was beautiful and emotional. It was great to see the language subtly mature as Michael grew up. Each character felt distinct with their own voice and I just fell in love with Michael and Daisy's friendship.
This book addresses many issues from racism, homophobia (both internal and external), fetishization, bullying, forced gender roles, absent parents and so much more. Each issue shows its effects on characters in such a true-to-life way, despite the writing style.
This book packs an emotional punch. Michael's story will pull at your heartstrings. I definitely recommend this book. Especially to those looking for a short yet impactful read.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Drug use, Bullying, Abandonment, and Homophobia
Moderate: Racism
Minor: Cultural appropriation and Sexual content
clockworkstars's review against another edition
inspiring
lighthearted
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.0
"Rappelle toi que tu as le droit d'être fier.
Rappelle toi que tu as le droit d'être toi même."
4☆|5
Les larmes ont coulé dans mon cœur pendant cette lecture, plus fort que je ne pensais que cela était possible. Mes yeux ont défilé à travers les mots, mes doigts tournant les pages à toute vitesse, me menant irrémédiablement à cette situation : je viens de tourner la dernière page et je ne sais pas quoi faire.
Ce livre fut beau. Très beau. La plume, poétique et envoûtante nous emporte à travers les pages peuplées de dessins, de messages, de poèmes. On suit Michael, le flamand noir. On le suit dans la découverte de son identité, à travers l'enfance, le collège, le lycée. Et puis l'université, le Drag.
Ce roman est un très beau coming-of-age, une recherche d'identité, une affirmation d'identité. Ce livre m'a hypnotisé et les derniers discours/poèmes m'ont séduit au profond de mon cœur, j'aime <3.
Tw : alcool ; drogues ; harcèlement ; homophobie et homophobie internalisée ; racisme ; mention de sexe
Rep : mc noir (jamaïquain et chypriote grec) et gay pratiquant le drag ; personnage secondaire bi ; personnage secondaire lesbienne
Rappelle toi que tu as le droit d'être toi même."
4☆|5
Les larmes ont coulé dans mon cœur pendant cette lecture, plus fort que je ne pensais que cela était possible. Mes yeux ont défilé à travers les mots, mes doigts tournant les pages à toute vitesse, me menant irrémédiablement à cette situation : je viens de tourner la dernière page et je ne sais pas quoi faire.
Ce livre fut beau. Très beau. La plume, poétique et envoûtante nous emporte à travers les pages peuplées de dessins, de messages, de poèmes. On suit Michael, le flamand noir. On le suit dans la découverte de son identité, à travers l'enfance, le collège, le lycée. Et puis l'université, le Drag.
Ce roman est un très beau coming-of-age, une recherche d'identité, une affirmation d'identité. Ce livre m'a hypnotisé et les derniers discours/poèmes m'ont séduit au profond de mon cœur, j'aime <3.
Tw : alcool ; drogues ; harcèlement ; homophobie et homophobie internalisée ; racisme ; mention de sexe
Rep : mc noir (jamaïquain et chypriote grec) et gay pratiquant le drag ; personnage secondaire bi ; personnage secondaire lesbienne
Content Warnings
Moderate: Alcohol, Bullying, Racism, Homophobia, and Drug use
Minor: Sexual content
tinyjude's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.75
I loved to see Michael go on a journey of self-discovery and self-love, how he found himself among the drag community and the support he received along the way. I also liked the exploration of the intersection between parts of his identity and to see what it means to him and others in the novel. The flamingo metaphors were beautiful, the verse format was really easy to follow and effective, yet my favourite parts were the little poems he would share with us full of his doubts, difficulties and joys in life. The last one specially made me really emotional.
Highly recommended.
Highly recommended.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Abandonment, Bullying, Homophobia, Racism, Sexual content, and Transphobia
spark_879's review against another edition
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racism and Homophobia
Moderate: Alcohol and Drug use
Minor: Sexual content
verysillygoose's review
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Homophobia and Racism
Moderate: Sexual content
Minor: Sexual violence
sarahbethhh's review against another edition
emotional
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.25
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexual violence, Homophobia, Sexual content, and Racism
alisonannk's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Biphobia, Drug use, Dysphoria, Hate crime, Homophobia, Sexism, Sexual content, Transphobia, Bullying, Cultural appropriation, Outing, Abandonment, Lesbophobia, Racism, and Racial slurs
Moderate: Toxic friendship
jazzlibrariansbookcase's review
emotional
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Content Warnings
Minor: Sexual content and Homophobia
cranedphoenix's review against another edition
emotional
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Bought this on sale on the Kindle store and it was worth it. I really enjoyed it although I hated how fast it was. I liked the way the writing was formatted and had a poetry element to it
Had some points that I felt iffy with but overall it wasn't a terrible boik
Had some points that I felt iffy with but overall it wasn't a terrible boik
Content Warnings
Graphic: Homophobia, Bullying, and Racism
Moderate: Drug use, Sexual content, and Alcohol
Minor: Violence