A review by kulera
Boy, Snow, Bird by Helen Oyeyemi

dark emotional mysterious sad medium-paced
  • 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? No

2.75

Clearly inspired by those early 20th century white-passing narratives. For the first half of the book I was so captivated. Once the perspective switched to Bird’s I was a bit less so. I think I struggle with most child perspectives. But the “twist” at the end was nauseating. I couldn’t believe the transphobia. It ruined so much of it for me…

Do not read this book if you are trans or experience gender dysphoria. 
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