A review by madelinedalton
Detransition, Baby by Torrey Peters

challenging emotional reflective 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

3.75

This is an excellent exploration of queerness, womanhood, gender, and motherhood. Highly recommend! That said, I did have a hard time maintaining my focus on the writing when reading in spaces with a lot of distractions (like public transit). The chapters are long and Torrey Peters’ brilliant writing packs so much juicy language into each sentence. I got so much more out of my reading experience when I read quietly in my room than on the subway. Definitely a book to give your full attention to! 
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