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A review by mitchmp4
The Minotaur Takes A Cigarette Break by Steven Sherrill
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
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? Yes
4.0
An examination of what it means to be whole, what it means to be human or animal. A brilliant piece of magical realism, honest and painful.
It must be difficult to come up with an ending for a story about a character who is immortal, and I understand why the book ends the way it does. However I wished for even a glimmer of what comes next for M.
Whether intentional or not, The Minotaur’s struggle with self determination reflect the experience of being transgender nearly 1:1. As a transgender reader I found solace and sorrow in The Minotaur’s internal turmoil. In a world that views all creatures as Human or Monster, is there room for someone who is both?
It must be difficult to come up with an ending for a story about a character who is immortal, and I understand why the book ends the way it does. However I wished for even a glimmer of what comes next for M.
Whether intentional or not, The Minotaur’s struggle with self determination reflect the experience of being transgender nearly 1:1. As a transgender reader I found solace and sorrow in The Minotaur’s internal turmoil. In a world that views all creatures as Human or Monster, is there room for someone who is both?
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexual content and Sexual harassment
Minor: Sexual violence