A review by cameronreads
Between Perfect and Real by Ray Stoeve

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? No

4.5

Sometimes you just read a book and you're pretty sure the author must have opened your brain up and poured it onto the pages. That was Between Perfect and Real for me. I have no idea how to review this book that isn't 'dude same!!!' So necessary and truthful. There were loads of really important conversations and messages, and I loved how it explored the variety of different responses to coming out, as well as the importance of talking to people, specifically people who understand. I cried so many times reading this book. My new aspiration is to play Dean in a movie adaptation (adaptation gods if you're listening please hit me up). This is my new number one book to recommend people if they want to learn about the trans experience. 
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