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kattsnot's review against another edition
4.0
I found this to be spot on to how i felt periodically throughout my adolescence, especially upon entering middle school. I was frequently referred to as a "tomboy" as I preferred to play with creepy crawlers, tonka trucks, and hot wheels cars. I identified with a lot of the experiences Liz depicts and appreciated her humor in reference to the events. Even if never referred to as a "tomboy" yourself, it is definitely worth checking out as it highlights what someone close to you may have endured in their childhood. I also feel that anyone who was bullied in grade school can appreciate this as it showcases how not just Liz was treated by classmates, but also kids who did not fit the mold of the popular kids.
imperatoryvette's review against another edition
5.0
I have read Liz Prince's previous stuff and she never ceases to amaze me. Tomboy may just be her best work yet. I generally relate to a lot of her stories especially Alone Forever. I related to the events she went through (i.e. sometimes being mistaken for a boy, being very anti-dress, liking stuff that's considered 'for boys only') and often questioning why society tends to see girls in a certain light while boys can generally get away with whatever unless if they decide to go for something more feminine. Even if you don't really consider yourself a 'tomboy' there's a lot that anyone can relate to. Because it's really a book for outsiders and at the end, there is comfort that one day you will find that group of people that accept you for who you are. I highly recommend it to anyone who has been labeled a 'tomboy' or even just an outsider.
fwog19's review against another edition
5.0
The husband got me a new Kindle, so of course that meant that I *had* to download a graphic novel. This was a fun read and totally relatable. Liz talked about growing up as a tomboy and how she was bullied like crazy. She dealt with her sexuality being questioned by others (because just because she wears boy's clothes she HAS to be gay, right? Sigh.) and all of the changes that come with being a girl.
Growing up, I was the same way - I've never really cared for dresses or makeup or just being "girly" like my cousins were. Hell, I still prefer jeans and t-shirts over skirts and dresses, much to my husband's chagrin. Like Liz, I was bullied growing up, but not so much by other kids - my older brother had that honor. Because of this (and like Liz) I learned to have a sharp tongue and put bullies in their place. Also like Liz, it took me a while, but I learned to be comfortable with who I am and to know that it isn't society's place to dictate what I should wear and what makes me a girl.
My daughter has the same issues - she's got short hair and prefers men's pants (they fit better!) and lives in a hoodie. Just about every day she says, "Someone said they thought I was a boy again!" Like me, she's learned that it's no big deal. These days, when someone mistakes me for a guy, I just look down at my chest and say, "Um...last time I checked I was female..." That usually gets an embarrassed "Oh geez, I'm sorry!" and I get the satisfaction of watching them stumble and blush. Is it wrong? Maybe. But then, how hard is it to look a little closer and not just assume from a voice (the women in my family do NOT have girly voices) or a quick glance someone's gender?
Liz wrote a good story and I enjoyed it greatly. I might have been reading about myself, especially since we're around the same age. I might have to have my kid read this book!
Growing up, I was the same way - I've never really cared for dresses or makeup or just being "girly" like my cousins were. Hell, I still prefer jeans and t-shirts over skirts and dresses, much to my husband's chagrin. Like Liz, I was bullied growing up, but not so much by other kids - my older brother had that honor. Because of this (and like Liz) I learned to have a sharp tongue and put bullies in their place. Also like Liz, it took me a while, but I learned to be comfortable with who I am and to know that it isn't society's place to dictate what I should wear and what makes me a girl.
My daughter has the same issues - she's got short hair and prefers men's pants (they fit better!) and lives in a hoodie. Just about every day she says, "Someone said they thought I was a boy again!" Like me, she's learned that it's no big deal. These days, when someone mistakes me for a guy, I just look down at my chest and say, "Um...last time I checked I was female..." That usually gets an embarrassed "Oh geez, I'm sorry!" and I get the satisfaction of watching them stumble and blush. Is it wrong? Maybe. But then, how hard is it to look a little closer and not just assume from a voice (the women in my family do NOT have girly voices) or a quick glance someone's gender?
Liz wrote a good story and I enjoyed it greatly. I might have been reading about myself, especially since we're around the same age. I might have to have my kid read this book!
goosemixtapes's review against another edition
5.0
i have... a bit of a personal relationship with this book because i remember reading it in seventh grade and identifying so hard it HURT -- and then suddenly feeling almost betrayed when the narrator talked about starting to get crushes on boys. we had the same feelings about girlhood, about stereotypes, about our bodies -- why couldn't we be the SAME same?
now five years later as a huge dyke i'm kind of like. huh.
(also remembering how one of the boys in my class got freaked out because there were drawings of boobs in it and also the fuck word. so he got his mom to tell the teacher he wasn't going to read it. and now he's a homophobe so perhaps this could have provided him some empathy. why is this book so tied in to my seventh grade memories.)
that said. personal feelings aside. this book slaps; it's a very good look at the struggles of being a gnc woman and a dissection of how those struggles can lead to internalized misogyny / anger at women, both because of the boxes you're shoved into and the way other girls treat you. like. it is just a rlly good book o7
now five years later as a huge dyke i'm kind of like. huh.
(also remembering how one of the boys in my class got freaked out because there were drawings of boobs in it and also the fuck word. so he got his mom to tell the teacher he wasn't going to read it. and now he's a homophobe so perhaps this could have provided him some empathy. why is this book so tied in to my seventh grade memories.)
that said. personal feelings aside. this book slaps; it's a very good look at the struggles of being a gnc woman and a dissection of how those struggles can lead to internalized misogyny / anger at women, both because of the boxes you're shoved into and the way other girls treat you. like. it is just a rlly good book o7
nmqttps's review against another edition
5.0
so clean and fantastic with little jolts of Relatable! all the way through.
remlezar's review against another edition
4.0
I like autobiographical/slice of life type graphic novels, and this is one of the better ones that I've read in the last few years. It feels honest and is highly relatable to anyone who has felt like they didn't fit in for one reason or another.
This was written for teens and I think is a good fit there, but I'm an adult and enjoyed it quite a bit.
This was written for teens and I think is a good fit there, but I'm an adult and enjoyed it quite a bit.
renreads394's review against another edition
3.0
3.5 out of 5
I have never read a graphic memoir before, so this book gave me a different look on how to tell stories. I think this book was very truthful and had a lot of important topics that everyone should be aware of including bullying and individuality. With that being said, though, I found some parts a little repetative but that was because the same things happened to her a lot. Overall, it was an enjoyable read that a lot of people should pick up.
I have never read a graphic memoir before, so this book gave me a different look on how to tell stories. I think this book was very truthful and had a lot of important topics that everyone should be aware of including bullying and individuality. With that being said, though, I found some parts a little repetative but that was because the same things happened to her a lot. Overall, it was an enjoyable read that a lot of people should pick up.
barbarianlibarian's review against another edition
4.0
love the points that she makes about gender. entertaining, fun.