A review by msmouse
A Fox Called Herbert by Margaret Sturton

hopeful reflective

1.75

This text is probably well-meant, but it misses the mark. The illustrations are decent and the text would work well for a read-aloud, however the messaging is poor. The  tone is patronizing. The obvious metaphor for a trans experience is undercut by comparison to a childhood fixation. The conflict in the story is confusing which muddies the water further. The protagonist’s quest to have their outward expression match their internal reality is mostly seen through the lens of ‘bad’ behaviour. Giving the unsupportive mother a reasonable excuse for continuing to be negative, yay… 
It ends on a positive note, but overall I do not recommend.