This is a beautifully curated book. It provides a fascinating, captivating, striking and poignant visual exploration of identity and the complexities of gender expression through a collection of photographs from a clandestine retreat located in the Catskills in the 1960s and 1970s. The book offers a glimpse into a unique space where men could dress as women and explore their femininity in a supportive environment.

An honest and insightful look into families, parenting and gender identity. This novel is emotional, thought-provoking and heartwarming. The complex, beautiful and genuine characters will stay with you long after this book is finished.

This is a powerful book, packed with academic theory. Blending fiction and non fiction sources, the experiences of trans people are real, nuanced and complex. Ultimately a call to trans activism and social change, this wont be an easy read for everyone, but it is well worth it.

Ally-ship, joyous & informative

Visually striking, informative & real

Enlightening, accessible & well researched

Transformative, heartfelt & truthful

Diverse, historical & powerful

Intelligent, brilliant & brave

Creative, illuminating & powerful

Colourful, approachable & irreverent

Endearing, honest & raw

Tender, moving & important