A review by livlamentloathe
Flamer by Mike Curato

dark hopeful sad
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

A brutally honest but emotional story. I've been Aiden before, thinking "I'm not gay because-." I've had dreams that I never told anyone about because they were sexual and about other girls and I was scared. It's terrifying to be a child and told you CAN'T be a certain way. I'm so glad Aiden (and Mike) survived their experiences. I'm glad this story exists to show that people will always love you. Even if things seem lonely and awful, there's always someone out there who cares, who would miss you. Jean Grey was a great allusion. I enjoyed this book a great deal. I hope it stays on library shelves forever.
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