coops456's review against another edition
5.0
A wonderful anthology of writing spanning the LGBTQ spectrum.
My favourites: The Instructor by Jess Vallance, The Phoenix's Fault by Cynthia So, Almost Certain by Tanya Byrne.
Basically all 12 contributors are writers to look out for!
In June 2021 copies of this book were delivered to all secondary schools in Southend-on-Sea as part of Jacqson Diego Story Emporium's "Book Elves" initiative.
My favourites: The Instructor by Jess Vallance, The Phoenix's Fault by Cynthia So, Almost Certain by Tanya Byrne.
Basically all 12 contributors are writers to look out for!
In June 2021 copies of this book were delivered to all secondary schools in Southend-on-Sea as part of Jacqson Diego Story Emporium's "Book Elves" initiative.
lonely_leafairy's review
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? N/A
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
This book is filled to the brim with short stories written by LGBTQIAP+ writers who write to inspire young members f the community! If you get easily bored with books or lose interest, then this one is for you, since they're very short stories, but don't be fooled, they are all very moving, and some end very mysteriously, which makes you wonder what happened afterwards, which made me think about this book for days.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Transphobia, Lesbophobia, and Homophobia
Moderate: Bullying and Homophobia
Minor: Violence
The biggest warning is probably the homophobia, because as you can imagine, there is lots of it. But, if you find one of the stories disturbing, you can always move on to the next one.sabine_beans's review against another edition
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? N/A
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
4.0
danqie's review
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
degroot_maartje's review
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
3.5
sydnee_elle_17's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
4.25
mirireads's review against another edition
hopeful
inspiring
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
4.5
andreea12's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
relaxing
sad
fast-paced
4.75
emilyjm's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
5.0
This book was like being wrapped up in a warm hug. An amazing selection of stories told by queer voices, all of which warmed my heart one way or another. An easy read, since each story is very short and snappy, but no less impactful because of it. AND GAY PRIDE AND PREJUDICE!! What more could you ask for honestly??!!
ethanos's review
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
5.0
A great short story collection. I felt so seen while reading this that I nearly cried multiple times.