4.5 stars

This dealt with some things I related to, while also showing those experiences from a perspective that is different than mine. It was really valuable to see how George M. Johnson's experiences are affected by every aspect of his identity (race, sexuality, etc.), both separately and all at once. This was definitely accessible and impactful to me as a non-Black person, but I've also seen reviews from Black, queer people who saw themselves and their experiences in this story. This also worked for me despite the fact that I almost never like memoirs. Maybe I only like ones written for teens? Or only ones relating to queer identity? Regardless, I did really connect with this and would recommend it to anyone interested in learning about the intersection of being Black and queer.