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ka_ke's review
Originally I was enjoying the book. And then the transphobic term Lady boy was used in a racially charged manner and that is just not okay.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gun violence, Racism, and Transphobia
sunnymatsu's review
adventurous
funny
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
I adore this book, it's my absolute favorite of all time. A noir comedy mystery about 2 detective siblings who were born in the same body. The writing style is creative and fast-paced, and incredibly unique! It goes back and forth between more traditional writing and a screenwriting format, which does an amazing job for both comedy and drama. The beginning of the book is a bit confusing, but stick with it!
I won't deny that some parts may ring transphobic. On my end, it seems more like a lack of information than any sort of malice on the author's part, though. But it's up to you to decide whether that's worth it.
I won't deny that some parts may ring transphobic. On my end, it seems more like a lack of information than any sort of malice on the author's part, though. But it's up to you to decide whether that's worth it.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcoholism, Drug abuse, Drug use, Gun violence, and Car accident
Moderate: Death and Self harm
Minor: Racism, Transphobia, and Forced institutionalization
Other warnings: Syringe Use, A child character with a crush on an adult Notes: The self-harm is not in any typical form, but I felt it should be included as the scene itself is fairly graphic. To go into more detail,