![]() ![]() The narrative alternates perspectives, chapter by chapter, between Miel and Sam, which broadens the lens of perspective so the reader is invited into both minds and hearts. This story is strongly driven by the characters – Miel, a cis Latina, and Samir (Sam), an Italian-Pakistani trans boy – and their individual hardships. Through her gorgeous writing, well-developed characters, and respect for identity and culture, the author creates a piece of art that advocates for love and individual freedom. Magical realism is not a genre that I am overly familiar with, but after reading McLemore’s novel, I am questioning why it took me 22 years to be introduced to it! McLemore’s novel balances the fantastic and the real so seamlessly. ![]() When the Moon was Ours is a beautiful novel from its dedication to the author’s note at the end, which are both a must-read.Īnd those searching for names of their own. Anna-Marie McLemore captivates her audience with a compelling narrative of magical realism set on the stage of identity, family, and gorgeous prose. ![]()
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