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lilyloveslit's review against another edition
5.0
This book should be required reading for every single human.
thebookishbint's review against another edition
4.0
4.5
Such an informative book. Definitely worth listen or read. May Allah protect us all
Such an informative book. Definitely worth listen or read. May Allah protect us all
mr_steve's review against another edition
fast-paced
1.0
There are a few seedlings of worthy concepts, however they are not developed. Instead of research and/or data to bolster some ideas the author relies on her personal opinion and beliefs. I should have anticipated this when, in the introduction, the author states the she is “an opinion writer, not an investigative reporter.”
I find myself in opposition to most of her opinions. As I contemplated putting this down before finishing it, I remembered these words of wisom:
“If you know the enemy and know yourself, you need not fear the result of a hundred battles. If you know yourself but not the enemy, for every victory gained you will also suffer a defeat.”
Now I know the enemy a little bit better.
I find myself in opposition to most of her opinions. As I contemplated putting this down before finishing it, I remembered these words of wisom:
“If you know the enemy and know yourself, you need not fear the result of a hundred battles. If you know yourself but not the enemy, for every victory gained you will also suffer a defeat.”
Now I know the enemy a little bit better.
rory18's review against another edition
challenging
informative
reflective
medium-paced
3.0
It was actually less bigoted than I expected.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Medical trauma, Transphobia, Medical content, Child abuse, and Dysphoria
Moderate: Suicide, Sexism, Misogyny, Self harm, Body shaming, Lesbophobia, Homophobia, and Emotional abuse
its_gia_pasqua's review against another edition
5.0
This was such a good and thought-provoking read about the effects of Queer Feminist Gender Ideology on our girls today. The interesting thing about this book is that the author agrees with adults transitioning across the gender spectrum. Still, she did not think that every youth, particularly girls who present with rapid-onset gender dysphoria, should be transitioning. There has been a marked increase among young women in alleged gender dysphoria, and as she researched, she found a lot of evidence that pointed to social media and peer pressure as a probable cause.
I can't entirely agree with Shrier on everything, but this book was well-written and thoroughly researched.
I can't entirely agree with Shrier on everything, but this book was well-written and thoroughly researched.
theseasoul's review against another edition
challenging
dark
sad
tense
slow-paced
4.5
|| 4.5 ⭐️ ||
Heartbreaking to read, but so very relevant and informative. A solid, well-rounded awareness of this issue is essential for anyone to develop in this age, and Abigail Shrier does a great job offering a well-researched, considerate and balanced view for us to add to our repertoire of considerations and perspectives. She thoroughly covers the malpractice on the part of adults (especially “professionals”) each step of the way, family alienation, the internet’s influence, peer influence, bits of the history of transgenderism, common underlying issues, risks associated with the different steps of transitioning and detransitioning, and more; and most importantly answers the question: “is this actually improving the person’s mental health and quality of life?” It’s shocking (but also not surprising) that people are still dismissing and attacking the message this book. I feel like the research isn’t really needed, because so much of it is just common sense. There were many points at which I couldn’t believe the world actually needs a book like this to point these things out, but here we are.
As far as I know, Shrier doesn’t claim to be a Christian or even a conservative. This gives her a unique perspective; she is open to the normalization of homosexuality and gay marriage, plus well-informed transitioning as an adult (after much consideration and proper professional help). She chooses to use adult transitioners’ preferred names and pronouns in this book, which is not something I would agree with; however, I did appreciate how respectful she is in referring to and addressing those she disagrees with. I never sensed any hatred or animosity on her part whatsoever. It’s clear that she really cares about the children who are falling prey to this ideology, and she is rightly alarmed and disturbed by professional malpractice that is growing as this ideology expands. Her heart for the protection of children is very evident.
The last chapter brought me to tears; it truly is wonderful to be a woman, and I wish more young women were taught to embrace their gendered bodies through learning just how uniquely they were designed. Puberty may be a chaotic time, but with a proper understanding of how their bodies work that is so often lacking, womanhood is so special.
I read this in preparation for reading Shrier’s new release, “Bad Therapy”.
cdjdhj's review against another edition
5.0
This book is a highly readable, well-researched and documented, thought-provoking look at the new new clinical phenomenon of teen-aged girls deciding to transition to male. I read this book after seeing more and more of this within the student population I teach in high school. This "rapid-onset gender dysphoria" is a thing that is affecting more and more of our girls when they are far too young and immature to make the life, health and body-altering decisions that they are being encouraged to make. This is a book that should be read by every mother of a teenaged, or pre-teen daughter. It is a gripping and sobering account of how "an unprecedented and reckless social experiment" is putting some of the most vulnerable members of our society, teen-aged girls, at risk. Highly recommended for parents, teachers and anyone who works with girls. You need to read this and know what is going on in schools and on social media that is truly putting our teen-aged daughters at risk.
midwifereading's review against another edition
The clickbait tagline belies an compassionate, well-researched look into a volatile topic. The voices of trans adults, trans-identifying teenagers, their parents, mental and medical professionals (both gender-affirming and more traditional views), are each represented respectfully. It's all tied together with empathy, evidence, and encouragement for anyone walking this out themselves or with someone they love.
olivanna_creations's review against another edition
informative
reflective
medium-paced
5.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Medical content, Mental illness, Suicide attempt, Panic attacks/disorders, Self harm, Dysphoria, Eating disorder, and Suicide