Reviews with content warning for Suicidal thoughts - The Lesbiana's Guide to Catholic School

The Lesbiana’s Guide to Catholic School by Sonora Reyes is everything I wanted and more. Even though it’s YA, it made me cry with happiness, rage alongside the characters, and feel deeply seen. As a gay Mexican girl who went to Catholic school from preschool through seventh grade, this book resonated with me in ways I didn’t expect. The familial relationships felt so real, and the balance of humor and heartbreak was just perfect.

Beyond being a compelling coming-of-age story, this book tackles mental health, bullying, racism, and homophobia with honesty and care. It’s raw and real while still being hopeful and funny. I honestly think all parents should read this. It’s poignant, powerful, and gets right inside the head of a teenager navigating identity, family, and faith. Sonora Reyes absolutely nailed it.

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candleoversunday's review

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emotional hopeful inspiring reflective medium-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

I absolutely adored this book. Words cannot describe how much I loved it. The characters felt fully fleshed-out and real, and the internal monologue was brilliant. This book dealt with heavy topics in a respectful and beautiful way. I 100% think everybody should read this book.

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happilyhalliwell's review

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emotional funny inspiring sad tense medium-paced

Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes

5.0

Very well written and perfectly paced. I was immersed in the story from start to finish. This book definitely made me cry in all the ways, too. I really appreciated going on this journey with Yami, even as a lesbian adult who thankfully did not have to attend Catholic high school, but who did attend one from K-5. Definitely worth the read and all the accolades.

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lilgriff's review

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emotional funny hopeful sad medium-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? It's complicated

4.0

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delandbeforetime's review

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emotional hopeful inspiring sad 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

4.5

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peachesmonahan's review

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emotional inspiring slow-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? Yes

4.0

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priscilla_f's review

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adventurous emotional funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted medium-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

4.25

Combining the teen experience of what it means to be queer with a Latinx family was everything I needed! The Spanglish used throughout was chef’s kiss and we LOVE a ride or die supportive parent 👏🏽 Weaving in culture, mental health, love, betrayal, shame, and acceptance had me on the best rollercoaster ever with this one.

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lauxxlau's review against another edition

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emotional funny fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? It's complicated
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

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