Birthday
Birthday
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2019
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
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Modern Classic FictionTennessee • 2010s
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Mental Illness2019
YA
14-18 years
Super Short Summary
Birthday by Meredith Russo follows the lives of two friends, Morgan and Eric, who share the same birthday. Over six years, their evolving relationship and personal challenges, including Morgan's journey with gender identity, are explored. The story delves into themes of friendship, identity, and self-discovery.
Emotional
Bittersweet
Inspirational
Romantic
Heartwarming
Reviews & Readership
13,071 ratings
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Review Roundup
Birthday by Meredith Russo is praised for its authentic depiction of friendship and identity, particularly transgender experiences. Reviewers appreciate the dual perspective format and emotional depth. Some critique the narrative for predictability and pacing issues. Overall, it's lauded for its heartfelt storytelling and impactful themes despite minor flaws.
Who Should Read Birthday?
A reader who enjoys Birthday by Meredith Russo is likely drawn to heartfelt coming-of-age stories with LGBTQ+ themes. This book would appeal to fans of Becky Albertalli's Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda and David Levithan's Every Day, valuing diverse perspectives and emotional depth.
13,071 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
288
Novel • Fiction
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Modern Classic FictionTennessee • 2010s
•
Mental Illness2019
YA
14-18 years
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