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A review by kelamity_reads
What's the T? The no-nonsense guide to all things trans and/or non-binary for teens by Juno Dawson
informative
reflective
medium-paced
4.0
I found this book to be very informative and helpful in regards to having a better understanding and appreciation for the barriers, inequalities, prejudices, and abuse many (if not all) trans people face. This book also showed me that there is great variety, determination, bravery, creativity, and excellence within the trans community too (something I was already aware of thanks to being blessed with friends who are trans).
Dawson's open, honest, and no-nonsense style is both refreshing and appreciated. I found myself fully engaging with what they were saying and may have even shared a mental high-five or two with them as I read.
Personally, this book has gone to the top of my list of books to recommend to and/or buy for young people who may be exploring their gender identity. I especially love that despite being upfront about all the trauma, hardship, and transphobia trans people will have to deal with, the overall message within the book is one of hope. Things will get better. Things will be okay. YOU will be okay.
I only have one criticism, and that's the definition of 'aromantic'. The description given makes it sound like aromantic people enjoy sex but not relationships when it's really about us not wanting/enjoying romance. Lots of aromantic people are in relationships. Aromantism is, of course, a spectrum, but it didn't feel like that was made clear (or included) in the description in the book. This feels like a gross oversight, especially since it was noted how some asexual people still have sex.
Overall, it's a great read.
Dawson's open, honest, and no-nonsense style is both refreshing and appreciated. I found myself fully engaging with what they were saying and may have even shared a mental high-five or two with them as I read.
Personally, this book has gone to the top of my list of books to recommend to and/or buy for young people who may be exploring their gender identity. I especially love that despite being upfront about all the trauma, hardship, and transphobia trans people will have to deal with, the overall message within the book is one of hope. Things will get better. Things will be okay. YOU will be okay.
I only have one criticism, and that's the definition of 'aromantic'. The description given makes it sound like aromantic people enjoy sex but not relationships when it's really about us not wanting/enjoying romance. Lots of aromantic people are in relationships. Aromantism is, of course, a spectrum, but it didn't feel like that was made clear (or included) in the description in the book. This feels like a gross oversight, especially since it was noted how some asexual people still have sex.
Overall, it's a great read.