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The buzz around the release of The Art of Being Normal has been crazy! So many of my trusted friends and fellow reviewers have loved it so the pressure was on when I chose to read it myself.
Williamson has created a novel I wish had been written years ago. It’s incredibly brave – I don’t think there’s anything too similar to it published at the moment – and it stands out because of its themes and content. However, I’m sad because I wish there were more books just like The Art of Being Normal. I’m going to make it my mission to seek them out! I hope it leads the way to similar books being published.
David has one wish: he wants to be a girl. It’s something that only his two best friends know. As he starts a new school year, Leo Denton starts in year eleven, a boy shrouded in mystery. He is determined to be invisible. The school year plays out and the two boys find out that things at Eden Park School don’t stay secret for long.
I really loved both protagonists and especially how distinguishable they were. Each stood out on their own but also interacted well together, which is what I love in a multiple perspective novel.
David was such a loveable character. Being the same age, I thought I could relate to him a lot and really sympathise with his situation. I wish he were my friend!
Leo’s character development was amazing to read. It was almost as if it was unfolding in real time and I loved seeing him grow and change. Authors take note – this was a perfect character arc!
Please, please, please read The Art of Being Normal! I want to scream from the rooftops about it, and I know I’m not the only one!
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Chrissi Reads
12 January, 2015 at 8:23 amTwitter: ChrissiReads
This book should arrive at my house today. I can’t wait to read it. Fantastic review!
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Majestical_Evie
12 January, 2015 at 4:23 pmOo Oo Oo!!! I just bought this book and am reading it once I finish my current novel :O I’m so excited, I’ve definitely read nothing like it. I’ve read a little bit of gay fiction but there’s barely enough of that kicking about let alone trans fiction! The fact that you like it absolutely fills me with confidence :3 Great blog, keep up the good work x
Alice Gallagher
12 January, 2015 at 5:28 pmI have seen stands for this book, the hype is huge!! I think I might read it one time 🙂
Alice x
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Danielle
15 January, 2015 at 9:21 pmOooo you have me so excited for this now!! This book sounds so beautiful! Definitely need to get my hands on it. Wonderful review, Lucy!
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