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A review by nonidude
So Hard to Say by Alex Sanchez
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
3.25
Simple, sweet read - a well-written book featuring queer characters by one of my favorite authors.
Though there was more blatant homophobia written out than I was anticipating - especially given the younger demographic - I understand the time it was written and the reality of it. It did however still hurt to read it as something the characters would just have to deal with and get used to rather than expect change.
At first I wasn't a huge fan of the split chapters and Xio's POV. I felt confused why we were getting so much of her when she wasn't the main character, but by the end, I realized it's two stories unfolding, but actually Xio is the main character whose story is more unique and, in the end, I actually did like and find refreshing.
Though there was more blatant homophobia written out than I was anticipating - especially given the younger demographic - I understand the time it was written and the reality of it. It did however still hurt to read it as something the characters would just have to deal with and get used to rather than expect change.
At first I wasn't a huge fan of the split chapters and Xio's POV. I felt confused why we were getting so much of her when she wasn't the main character, but by the end, I realized it's two stories unfolding, but actually Xio is the main character whose story is more unique and, in the end, I actually did like and find refreshing.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Homophobia and Lesbophobia
Moderate: Abandonment and Religious bigotry
Minor: Outing and Suicide