A review by talonsontypewriters
The Prince and the Dressmaker, by Jen Wang
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? It's complicated
4.0
Moderate: Transphobia and Outing
Minor: Sexual harassment, Medical content, and Panic attacks/disorders
Various scenes depict characters drinking and smoking. A lot of societal pressures are at play in regards to betrothal and obligation, particularly with the main family dynamic. There is technically no overt transphobia, as the central character never openly labels himself, but there are definite negative reactions to men and masculine-presenting people wearing feminine-coded clothing.