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A review by cowgirlcrybaby
Idlewild by James Frankie Thomas
DNFing at 61% through. i really tried with this — and will preface that the representation and interesting range of queer perspectives and dilemmas can’t be ignored! i really do think this could be impactful for younger readers struggling with sexual identity….
however! read a bit too YA for my taste, i know the high school cringe and second hand embarrassment was highly intentional but this just didn’t do it for me. maybe because i was not (and will never be, sorry) a “theater kid” that some of this went over my head and overall just didn’t feel super connected to anyone, despite some crossover in very relatable identity struggles. had its moments, but simply not interested in the remaining 39%.
however! read a bit too YA for my taste, i know the high school cringe and second hand embarrassment was highly intentional but this just didn’t do it for me. maybe because i was not (and will never be, sorry) a “theater kid” that some of this went over my head and overall just didn’t feel super connected to anyone, despite some crossover in very relatable identity struggles. had its moments, but simply not interested in the remaining 39%.