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A review by yogurtyong
A Man and His Pride by Luke Rutledge
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
I almost DNF this book a month ago. I got to about half way and just could not stand Sean’s shallow and judgemental narrative, although it quite accurately reflects what the gay community is like these days.
I picked up the book again yesterday and I’m glad I did. We get to learn that Sean’s behaviour was a result of homophobia from his dad and a general lack of support from his family. The internalised homophobia and what have you. Glad to see that the author Luke Rutledge didn’t turn it into a romantic ending with William, instead, it was friendship and self-discovery that was at the finishing line.
I picked up the book again yesterday and I’m glad I did. We get to learn that Sean’s behaviour was a result of homophobia from his dad and a general lack of support from his family. The internalised homophobia and what have you. Glad to see that the author Luke Rutledge didn’t turn it into a romantic ending with William, instead, it was friendship and self-discovery that was at the finishing line.