A review by toadinaboat
Pageboy by Elliot Page

challenging emotional informative inspiring reflective tense medium-paced

4.0

I have a lot more thoughts, but I would start rambling if I tried to fit them all into a review, so here’s the summary:

I think Pageboy is an insanely important piece of literature to read, especially in times where trans*phobia and queerphobia are on the rise.

The memoir unveils new perspectives on what it means to be trans and queer in Hollywood; it is unapologetic but never unfair in its accusations. Elliot Page also does a good job recognising the privileges he has.
 
The prose and storytelling are impeccable, but the nonlinear narrative is confusing at times.
 
The topics discussed in this memoir do lean on the heavier side, with their descriptions often graphic. but never for the shock factor.

Please read the TW and CW before reading this and read safely (Book Trigger Warnings has a more extensive list than on here).
 
Overall, I really enjoyed this book and will be recommending it to anyone who asks, or doesn’t.
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