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pompompurinoo 's review for:
Detransition, Baby
by Torrey Peters
emotional
funny
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Torrey Peters created such an intriguing premise for a story, I knew I had to pick it up. From the masterful title of the work and brilliantly written prose, to the wild escapades of Reese, this book was enjoyable from start to finish.
What does it mean to be a mother? The way that this novel explores transness and motherhood is so unique, and something that I hope other authors will also explore in the future.
I agree with other reviewers that the exploration of race in this book falls flat, so that is why I am taking off a star for this review. I hope to see more nuanced perspectives on this topic from trans people of color in future works that I read.
Read for the 2025 Trans Rights Readathon.
What does it mean to be a mother? The way that this novel explores transness and motherhood is so unique, and something that I hope other authors will also explore in the future.
I agree with other reviewers that the exploration of race in this book falls flat, so that is why I am taking off a star for this review. I hope to see more nuanced perspectives on this topic from trans people of color in future works that I read.
Read for the 2025 Trans Rights Readathon.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Homophobia, Suicide, Transphobia
Moderate: Miscarriage, Abortion, Suicide attempt