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A review by outtoexist
When the Moon was Ours by Anna-Marie McLemore
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
This is an absolutely amazing book, but I just don't like the dream-like trace magical realism style. It is too slow and unclear for my preferences. However, the meat of this story is incredible and it has beautiful things to say about being trans. I do suggest it, despite my own rating.
Graphic: Bullying, Confinement, Deadnaming, and Death of parent
Moderate: Child abuse and Blood
Minor: Homophobia