A bravely honest and open telling of the author's experience travelling to Thailand for gender-affirming surgery, what came before, and their hope for the future.

I have to admit that it's a topic that I knew nothing of and didn't really think I'd ever know as much about as I do after reading this book. However, Hirasawa is so earnest and open about everything that you can't help but want to hear her story.

As someone who passes out when hearing about papercuts, I was worried about how deeply she went into the details, but the most serious aspects of the operation are discussed in such a funny manner that it doesn't really register. And that's where Hirasawa shines, in telling her story in such a way that you understand the emotions and empathize with everything she went through to find her authentic self.

In the end, I'm glad I read it, and I thank the author for opening their heart in such an honest, earnest, and funny way.

Thank you to NetGalley and Kodansha Comics for the fascinating read!