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erindigsegypt's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
informative
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
4.25
ashylibrarian's review against another edition
informative
reflective
medium-paced
4.25
Juno Dawson has nailed another YA nonfiction title that answers questions, explores and challenges media and social expectations, and, most importantly, affirms trans and nonbinary experiences.
This book is informative while being relatable, silly, and authentic. Dawson has a way of connecting with readers through her words and authentic descriptions.
I appreciate the section at the end of the book that addresses caregivers of trans, nonbinary, and gender-nonconforming youth. It provides insight and resources on how to support youth. This is something that all adults should explore.
This is a book that readers of all ages can appreciate and learn from, and it will definitely resonate with young readers.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Dysphoria, Medical content, and Transphobia
Moderate: Sexual content
wren_rainbow's review
3.75
This is an introductory transgender 101 book. I would definitely recommend this book for folks figuring out their gender identity and early in their transition, cisgender people, relatives and friends of a binary trans person, and allies who want to learn how to support trans people. It’s easy to read and has plenty of resources and research articles littered throughout which is wonderful! I will certainly add this as a resource despite my cons listed below.
Cons: Although the title suggests the discussion would be on nonbinary folks as well…it isn’t…nonbinary identities appear to be an afterthought. In reality this book is mainly about binary trans folks.
If you are trying to learn more about nonbinary identities this is NOT the book!!
Another con: I don’t like how Juno discusses asexuality (when it is brought up) a little more research and discussions with people on the ace spectrum would have gone a long way. In all honesty, Juno very much generalizes and added to the misinformation floating around.
Cons: Although the title suggests the discussion would be on nonbinary folks as well…it isn’t…nonbinary identities appear to be an afterthought. In reality this book is mainly about binary trans folks.
If you are trying to learn more about nonbinary identities this is NOT the book!!
Another con: I don’t like how Juno discusses asexuality (when it is brought up) a little more research and discussions with people on the ace spectrum would have gone a long way. In all honesty, Juno very much generalizes and added to the misinformation floating around.
braggsy's review against another edition
funny
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informative
lighthearted
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fast-paced
5.0
miranduh_'s review against another edition
5.0
I enjoyed This book so much! As someone who is cisgendered but tries to be the best possible ally I can, this book taught me so much! I definitely recommended it! And I’m definitely looking forward to checking out more of Juno Dawson’s work!