A review by trking
Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe by Benjamin Alire Sáenz

emotional funny hopeful reflective slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.25

I know this book is set in the 80s, but the transphobia in it is still gross to me.
The fact that Bernardo's murder was literally a trans panic hate crime is never addressed despite Dante being the victim of a super similar crime.
Ultimately, this book is a fine queer read for late middle or early high school, but it's not radical or terribly interesting. 
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