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1.04k reviews for:
All Out: The No-Longer-Secret Stories of Queer Teens throughout the Ages
Saundra Mitchell
1.04k reviews for:
All Out: The No-Longer-Secret Stories of Queer Teens throughout the Ages
Saundra Mitchell
Such a fun, sweet collection! YA, but wildly refreshing to see no queers murdered/commit suicide/be ruthlessly rejected/etc. The first and last stories were my fav, and a reimagining if Robin Hood somewhere in the middle was really lovely too.
Some stories I'd give 3 stars, some 4 so I'll give it an overall score of 3.5 stars! I really liked the range of dates and locations, with an added bonus of some having a fantasy/magical element! Though I think it would have been extra cool with some bi rep and some more trans rep, but overall enjoyed it.
hopeful
sad
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Some stories were better than others. Varied timeframes and situations. Some realistic fiction, some fantasy.
Some strong content.
Some strong content.
probably more of a 3.5. i would have preferred an entire novel of “every shade of red” by elliot wake tbh
All Out is a beautifully written anthology of queer short stories that represent people and identities across the LGBTQA+ spectrum. Some were, admittedly, better than others, but the collection overall was quite captivating.