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linluvsbooks's review against another edition
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
sad
medium-paced
5.0
This will absolutely be one of my favorite reads this year. The pacing and narrative structure is superb. Oftentimes with memoirs I find there is plenty of interesting stories about the author’s life, but parts or the whole is light on introspection or taking their life and connecting it to the outside world - but this is where Lamya H really shines. I’ve been recommending this book to everyone since I started it and will continue to do so. Thank you to @Lupita.reads (IG) for bringing my attention to this beautiful book.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Misogyny, Homophobia, Sexism, Bullying, Racism, Slavery, Islamophobia, Deportation, Suicidal thoughts, Xenophobia, and Classism
Minor: Emotional abuse and Domestic abuse
jenniferbbookdragon's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
reflective
tense
medium-paced
5.0
Lamya H bravely lays bare the complexity of living as a queer Muslim immigrant, in 2 very different countries far from her South Asian birthplace. Framing her story with those of prophets in the Quran centers her faith and highlights the way it has given her strength, and demonstrates how stepping away from traditional teachings and coming to her own wisdom has been worth the hard work and reflection.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Homophobia, Misogyny, Religious bigotry, Racism, and Islamophobia
Moderate: Bullying, Classism, and Racial slurs
caseythereader's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
hopeful
reflective
fast-paced
5.0
Thanks to The Dial Press for the free copy of this book.
- HIJAB BUTCH BLUES is a landmark work of queer memoir. Lamya H. weaves her own experiences as a queer person of color in with stories from the Quran, reframing the ancient stories into new contexts.
- It’s rare to see the story of a queer person who holds onto their faith after coming out, and it’s quite a breath of fresh air to follow Lamya as she builds her life and her faith into a shape that works for her.
- Honestly, nothing I say here can do this book justice. It’s a must read for anyone interested and invested in queer lives.
- HIJAB BUTCH BLUES is a landmark work of queer memoir. Lamya H. weaves her own experiences as a queer person of color in with stories from the Quran, reframing the ancient stories into new contexts.
- It’s rare to see the story of a queer person who holds onto their faith after coming out, and it’s quite a breath of fresh air to follow Lamya as she builds her life and her faith into a shape that works for her.
- Honestly, nothing I say here can do this book justice. It’s a must read for anyone interested and invested in queer lives.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying, Racism, Classism, Suicidal thoughts, Domestic abuse, Homophobia, Cursing, Islamophobia, Misogyny, Transphobia, and Xenophobia
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