For Today I Am a Boy
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2014
256
Novel • Fiction
Fort Michel • 1970s
2014
YA
18+ years
For Today I Am a Boy by Kim Fu tells the story of Peter Huang, a transgender Chinese child, as he navigates his life from childhood in Fort Michel, Ontario, to his self-discovery and transformation into adulthood in Montreal, Quebec. Peter grapples with his gender identity amidst societal and familial expectations, ultimately finding a path to self-awareness and acceptance. The novel explores issues including self-loathing and abusive relationships.
Contemplative
Emotional
Challenging
Melancholic
Bittersweet
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For Today I Am a Boy by Kim Fu has received praise for its poignant exploration of gender identity and familial expectations. Critics commend the author’s nuanced character development and evocative prose. However, some reviews note that the narrative's pacing can feel slow at times. Overall, the book is celebrated for its emotional depth and insightful portrayal of personal transformation.
Readers who appreciate For Today I Am a Boy by Kim Fu are likely drawn to emotionally poignant, character-driven narratives exploring identity and gender. Fans of Jeffrey Eugenides' Middlesex or Alison Bechdel's Fun Home will find similar themes of self-discovery and personal transformation.
3,718 ratings
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256
Novel • Fiction
Fort Michel • 1970s
2014
YA
18+ years
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