katequiet's review
challenging
emotional
informative
inspiring
reflective
fast-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? N/A
4.5
I hope there’s a sequel because there was some stuff at the end that felt unfinished. But it was very good otherwise it’s definitely going in my permanent collection.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Toxic friendship, Dysphoria, Car accident, Transphobia, and Xenophobia
kaynova's review
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
i can finally breathe, only someone took all the air out of the room.
I was basically tearing up by the end of this book, all the emotions building up inside of me and all I wanted to do was hold Galaxy, tell Kat she's wonderful, and give Angus and Sally a forehead kiss.
This book was about self-discovery AND self-acceptance. Galaxy (Taylor, her mask name) grew over the time, yes she grew with Kat's help, but all she really needed was someone to affirm those feelings that lurked in the shadows. That it was okay to be herself, to be who she wanted to be, and thrive. She felt like the only way to protect herself and others was to be Taylor, though it killed her inside. She finally saw that wasn't the case, realizing she wasn't protecting anyone from harm, she was protecting their peace (Buck's friendship, Phil's 'weird parenting tactics', the high school expectations of them) and while trying to protect THEIR peace of mind, she was harming herself and it wasn't fair.
I think Sally and Kat were my favorite characters because Sally reiterates that no child knows hate, it is taught and she has too much love and care to see Galaxy hide herself. Her being by her sister's side in her crowned galaxy glory was beautiful and it made me so happy and hopeful that kids know that everyone is different, but doesn't mean you have to be rude or harmful to them. Kat, she was not just a black, queer disabled woman, she was brilliant, resilient and worldly. She was understanding at the right moments and taking up the space that was she knew was hers. I read Kat in a way that I wished I could be, even in my adult years. But to know a character like this can exist for others to wish, love, and adore, makes me happy.
I am so happy I purchased this book, I will always come back to it when I need to remember to stay true to myself even if other people want to lie about who I am.
I was basically tearing up by the end of this book, all the emotions building up inside of me and all I wanted to do was hold Galaxy, tell Kat she's wonderful, and give Angus and Sally a forehead kiss.
This book was about self-discovery AND self-acceptance. Galaxy (Taylor, her mask name) grew over the time, yes she grew with Kat's help, but all she really needed was someone to affirm those feelings that lurked in the shadows. That it was okay to be herself, to be who she wanted to be, and thrive. She felt like the only way to protect herself and others was to be Taylor, though it killed her inside. She finally saw that wasn't the case, realizing she wasn't protecting anyone from harm, she was protecting their peace (Buck's friendship, Phil's 'weird parenting tactics', the high school expectations of them) and while trying to protect THEIR peace of mind, she was harming herself and it wasn't fair.
I think Sally and Kat were my favorite characters because Sally reiterates that no child knows hate, it is taught and she has too much love and care to see Galaxy hide herself. Her being by her sister's side in her crowned galaxy glory was beautiful and it made me so happy and hopeful that kids know that everyone is different, but doesn't mean you have to be rude or harmful to them. Kat, she was not just a black, queer disabled woman, she was brilliant, resilient and worldly. She was understanding at the right moments and taking up the space that was she knew was hers. I read Kat in a way that I wished I could be, even in my adult years. But to know a character like this can exist for others to wish, love, and adore, makes me happy.
I am so happy I purchased this book, I will always come back to it when I need to remember to stay true to myself even if other people want to lie about who I am.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Homophobia, Xenophobia, Dysphoria, and Transphobia
Moderate: Bullying
gxbi's review
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Dysphoria and Transphobia
Moderate: Bullying, Deadnaming, and Suicidal thoughts
Minor: War and Lesbophobia
anna_wa's review
adventurous
emotional
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Transphobia and Dysphoria
Moderate: Homophobia
f slurletheaster's review
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Love this book, the art is gorgeous, and i love the characters and their relationships with each other
Content Warnings
Graphic: Xenophobia, Transphobia, and Dysphoria
Moderate: Suicidal thoughts and Bullying
Minor: Homophobia, Car accident, Sexual content, and Death of parent
inamerata's review
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
3.0
Very cute! This is a quick comic with gorgeous art and enjoyable characters. I want just nice things for Taylor and Kat. :)
Content Warnings
Graphic: Dysphoria, Transphobia, and Bullying
Moderate: Suicidal thoughts
Minor: Homophobia, Sexual content, and Death of parent
annaonthepage's review
emotional
hopeful
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Dysphoria and Transphobia
Minor: Suicidal thoughts and Homophobia
asexualandriod's review
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Deadnaming, Xenophobia, Transphobia, Dysphoria, and Bullying
Moderate: Suicidal thoughts
elderwyrm's review
emotional
inspiring
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
I could recommend it based on Jess Taylor's fantastic illustrations alone, but it is also a nice YA story with a trans main character and a black disabled lesbian. I'm giving it 3,5 since I found the pacing odd, missed more empathy towards Taelyr's family, and the ending left some loose ends I'd like to see tied up, but perhaps the author was hoping to make a follow-up volume. I think it could hit bullseye for a younger reader than me.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Dysphoria, Xenophobia, and Transphobia
Minor: Car accident and Alcohol
krys_kilz's review
emotional
hopeful
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
I really loved this comic! It was just very sweet and I really liked the writing - especially the descriptions of how dysphoria feels and what makes up a galaxy. It was almost poetic.
The artwork was also really amazing with a fantastic color palette and well conceived characters. I loved the disability representation. The whole story was a really strong allegory for coming of age as a trans femme and experiences of transmisogyny. Very well done!
My only complaint is that the pacing felt a little off, like things were rushed and developed too quickly. But overall, this comic was truly a gem.
The artwork was also really amazing with a fantastic color palette and well conceived characters. I loved the disability representation. The whole story was a really strong allegory for coming of age as a trans femme and experiences of transmisogyny. Very well done!
My only complaint is that the pacing felt a little off, like things were rushed and developed too quickly. But overall, this comic was truly a gem.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Transphobia and Dysphoria
Moderate: Bullying and Xenophobia
Minor: Car accident and Suicidal thoughts
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