Take care what do you wish for!
In an anger outburst, openly gay Max, 17, still looking for being noticed by the one, wished himself to have never been born gay. To be straight and enjoy it, like most of the other kids in school. When his wish come true, he may figure out that being happy with one´s lot is a sign of wisdom.
Straight Expectations, the debut novel by YouTuber and LGBT advocate Calum McSwiggan is a queer rom-com with a story hard to put down. The surprising twist of being suddenly transferred into the reality of wishes or wishful thinking makes the story both surprising and an useful for anyone trying to understand the realities of the queer youth.
I particularly liked how topics that are definitely useful for understanding the everyday queer life are wrapped in an appealing writing, with a story keeping the reader interested. Although it may address mostly a young, teenage audience, anyone looking for a good start of exploring queer topics can read this book and at the end of it, he or she will definitely change their minds.
PS: There are some cute fashion tips as well, just sayin´.
Rating: 3.5 stars
Disclaimer: Book offered as part of the book tour but the opinions are, as usual, my own
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