A review by charvi_not_just_fiction
The Lesbiana's Guide to Catholic School by Sonora Reyes

emotional reflective medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.5

The only reason I picked this one up is because so many friends and mutuals raved about it and gosh, I'm glad I got to read it <3
Lately YA contemporary has been a hit or a miss and this was a definite hit. It was an absolute emotional rollercoaster centring around Yamilet who is a closeted lesbian who recently switched schools to keep her brother safe. It's just as well because her best friend at the old school outed her so she gets a fresh start here. But handling Catholic school, new crushes, protecting her brother, a lack of money at home and simply being herself might be too much for one girl.
I love Yamilet's personality, it shone through the book. Her relationships with her brother, mother and Bo were rocky and complex but wonderful to read about.
I don't want to say too much about this book because I don't want to spoil anything but just know you'll need the tissues, I was crying at so many points!