Little Fish
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2018
320
Novel • Fiction
Winnipeg, Manitoba • 2010s
2018
Adult
18+ years
Little Fish by Casey Plett follows Wendy Reimer, a transgender woman in her thirties living in Winnipeg, Canada, as she navigates life’s challenges along with her close group of friends. The novel intertwines their struggles with societal discrimination, economic hardship, and personal traumas with a compelling family mystery as Wendy investigates whether her late grandfather might have been transgender. Sensitive topics include sexual assault and suicide.
Melancholic
Contemplative
Emotional
Challenging
Bittersweet
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Casey Plett's Little Fish is widely praised for its authentic portrayal of transgender experiences and complex characters, especially Wendy. The narrative's raw, emotional depth resonates well, but some critics note occasional pacing issues and find the plot somewhat disjointed. Overall, it's a compelling and significant contribution to queer literature.
Readers who would enjoy Little Fish by Casey Plett likely appreciate deeply personal narratives, LGBTQ+ themes, and exploration of transgender identity. Fans of Detransition, Baby by Torrey Peters or If I Was Your Girl by Meredith Russo will find similar resonance in Plett’s emotional storytelling and nuanced characters.
4,094 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
320
Novel • Fiction
Winnipeg, Manitoba • 2010s
2018
Adult
18+ years
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