![]() ![]() Those looking to read an ‘own voices’ book with a closer perspective about what it’s like to experience gender dysphoria would probably be disappointed. However, she does have personal experience being in a family where a member has gender dysphoria and has obviously drawn on those experiences when writing. Frankel herself is not transgender, non-binary or gender fluid. ![]() It’s important to note that This Is How It Always Is is not technically an ‘ own voices’ book. The book covers lots of varied perspectives and opinions which is important when generating thoughtful discussion around a topic that not every reader has personal experience with. ![]() One of the best things about This Is How It Always Is is that it constantly questions normativity and opens up conversations about gender and sexuality without shying away from the subject. The secret is that their daughter, Poppy, was once their son, Claude. The story follows an American family (Rosie and Penn plus their four sons and one daughter) who are keeping a secret. At times heartbreaking and at other times uplifting, Frankel has written candidly about an incredibly important topic. This Is How It Always Is by Laurie Frankel is a conscientious exploration of gender dysphoria, navigating the subject matter with sensitivity and honesty. ![]()
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