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Angeline comes to realize that her attraction to girls isn't against God. Text contains profanity, sexual situations, violence, gender bias, self-harm, alcohol abuse and bullying. The coauthor is Susan McClelland.
Quick Summary
Angeline Jackson's memoir reads like a candid conversation about growing up queer in Jamaica, where she discovers that love and faith aren't mutually exclusive. The story balances sharp humor with raw, sometimes gut-wrenching moments especially when she faces bullying, self-harm, and the pressure of a culture that doesn't always accept her. Though the book includes profanity, alcohol use, and a few sexual situations, it never feels exploitative; it's an honest look at a teen navigating identity, family expectations, and a hostile environment. If you're a teen who's ever felt like an outsider, or a parent seeking insight into LGBTQ+ life, this one offers a real, unfiltered voice that's both funny and deeply moving. Think of it as a Caribbean counterpart to *The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian* a story that's equal parts laugh-out-loud and heart-breaking.