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A review by tinyelfarcanist
Flamer by Mike Curato
emotional
hopeful
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Flamer is a collection of toxic masculinity tropes represented in Aiden's summer camp peers and the bullying he is a victim of.
I was excited to read this highly rated queer tale. Unfortunately, I couldn't relate to the MC and the character development felt rushed.
I was excited to read this highly rated queer tale. Unfortunately, I couldn't relate to the MC and the character development felt rushed.
Graphic: Homophobia, Bullying, and Suicidal thoughts
Moderate: Outing, Sexual content, Misogyny, Racism, and Body shaming
Minor: Fatphobia