The Bride was a Boy (Hanayome wa Motodanshi)
The Bride was a Boy ( Hanayome was Mo todanshi ) by Chii 💘 Reviewed by: Danni Dickey, Eli Dominguez, Jackie Figueroa, Brian Freeman, and Maria Mull Book Review: Originally written in Japanese, this manga-styled book specifically follows Chii as she navigates her social and personal life while dealing with her arduous transition from male to female (MTF). A heartwarming story, Chii's love life unfolds before readers' eyes with adorable animations while also providing an informational approach at complex terminology concerning gender identity and Japanese law (an example of how she tackles complex terminology to the right). Unlike other texts, this story deals with the process of transitioning and being recognized by the government but does not delve too deep into controversial problems, making it a lighthearted read. Thus, this book is perfect for adolescents in that it introduces LGBTQA+ individuals and issues pertaining to their commun...