And once again Susan has to determine how to "rate" someone's presentation of their own life! Ms. McBride offers an insight into her decision to come out as transgender, her transition, and what went on around her and how others reacted. She admits that she was extremely lucky to come from a place of privilege to support her journey. Frequently Sarah mentions the increased difficulties faced by people of color who are abused, ostracized, etc, in their quest to be their own true person and she recognizes that she was lucky. I appreciate that she acknowledges that her struggles don't define the struggles of all transgenders. Because of her occupation, the book includes a lot regarding the political fight for LGBTQ rights. On one hand, I liked that this was included because I was being educated but at some point it started to feel like it was taking away from Sarah's own story. It seemed that she realized she had this platform to make a presentation and wanted to cram in everything she ever wanted to get across in case she never ever had that opportunity again. I don't think that will be a problem and enjoyed the more personal parts, like her relationship with Andy, more.

A copy of this book was provided by Penguin First to Read in exchange for an honest review.