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A review by queerologist
Leah on the Offbeat by Becky Albertalli
4.0
Leah on the Off Beat wasn’t exactly what I was expecting, but it was better than I had anticipated, which is always a plus.
Our protagonist was Leah Burke, a badass bisexual drummer and artist with an attitude. She’s deadpan, sarcastic, and almost frustratingly closed off.
Although I thoroughly enjoyed the book, and was beyond delighted to see a book about a fat, queer, unapologetic young woman, I was left wanting/ craving more!
I wanted a more in-depth resolution between Leah and other characters (namely Nick). I wanted to see more of Leah and Abby’s relationship. I wanted more drumming (like, hello, did she join that band when she went to UGA??) I just needed more!!
But, I digress, all in all, the story is a realistic, bittersweet, and beautiful portrayal of contemporary adolescence and what it truly means to come of age when you’re figuring out who you are and what you want.
Our protagonist was Leah Burke, a badass bisexual drummer and artist with an attitude. She’s deadpan, sarcastic, and almost frustratingly closed off.
Although I thoroughly enjoyed the book, and was beyond delighted to see a book about a fat, queer, unapologetic young woman, I was left wanting/ craving more!
I wanted a more in-depth resolution between Leah and other characters (namely Nick). I wanted to see more of Leah and Abby’s relationship. I wanted more drumming (like, hello, did she join that band when she went to UGA??) I just needed more!!
But, I digress, all in all, the story is a realistic, bittersweet, and beautiful portrayal of contemporary adolescence and what it truly means to come of age when you’re figuring out who you are and what you want.