I don't know if I've ever read a memoir in manga format before, and it's a storytelling style I would definitely enjoy more instances of! Hearing about the author's experience with transitioning was so insightful and lovely, especially because so much of the book involves information on what the queer/trans culture and life is like for a person living in Japan, and the obstacles she faced (especially regarding being able to "legally" transition so she could ma This was really precious and sweet. Overall a nice read & would recommend.more Also, I would have liked to see the narrative go into more detail in some areas, but it's clear this is meant to show more of a romantic side & that's fine. I didn't realize this was categorized as YA until I noticed the teen label on the back of the book, & the partial reason for my rating is that I wish the book would have dove in a bit deeper (less fluffy surface, more substance). Perhaps it's true that the author had a bit of an "easier" transition than most (mostly talking about how those around her immediately accepted her), but it's still an important account. There was also some really interesting info about the process trans Japanese individuals have to go through to get their transition legally on paper (as well as explaining it is still currently illegal for same-sex marriage ?). I thought this was a great balance of showcasing her transition as well as getting ready to marry. Perhaps it's true that the author had a bit of An adorably fluffy read about a trans woman who falls in love with a sweet, socially awkward man who thinks the world of her.
An adorably fluffy read about a trans woman who falls in love with a sweet, socially awkward man who thinks the world of her.