THIS TIME FOR ME A Memoir

Award-winning trans actor and LGBTQ and HIV/AIDS activist Alexandra Billings exuberantly narrates her life story. With high energy and a commanding presence, Billings lays it all on the line, candidly sharing her painful and resilient journey through sexual assault, attempted suicide, the AIDS epidemic, and extraordinary barriers to living as her authentic self. The structure of this memoir mimics stream of consciousness, an approach that may cause the listening experience to be a bit confusing at times. Nonetheless, Billings's vocal talent is undeniable as she smoothly characterizes a wide range of vivid, funny, and sad encounters throughout her life. Each memory is performed with such gusto and raw emotion that the listener feels transported. A truly inspiring must-listen. V.T.M. © AudioFile 2022, Portland, Maine [Published: MAY 2022]