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Emily St. James

Woodworking

Woodworking

A novel exploring middle-age transition and community by Emily St. James

4 people recommend this

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  • Grace Hodnett
    Grace HodnettFirst to rec

    “A lot of trans literature in my view is filled with kind of hard-to-love characters (e.g. Maria in Nevada, or Reese in Detransition, Baby). There's nothing wrong with that, of course. We are all imperfect and sharp around the edges in our own ways! This book offers a more mundane perspective of middle-age transition that I found realistic, relatable, and refreshing. I also enjoyed the way it examines the decision to live "stealth" and the stressors and isolation that can bring, even though to many trans folks that is the dream/ideal.”

  • Kerry
    Kerry

    “What a wonderful and sweet novel that features trans characters as the leads.”

    3
  • Liz Corkery
    Liz Corkery

    “Told from trans voices across generations and throughout their transitions with such care and humor.”

    3
  • day
    day

    “funny and fabulously written, had me hooked from the first page to the last.”

    1

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