A GIRLHOOD Letter to My Transgender Daughter

Narrator Erin Bennett confidently delivers this compelling memoir, presented in the form of a mother's love letter to her teenage transgender daughter. The author seamlessly interweaves family experiences with the history and struggles of transgender people. The narrative begins with an account of an anonymous child abuse complaint made to DCFS regarding Hays's support of her daughter's transition. This terrible event both upends their lives and reinforces their love and support for each other. With deliberate pacing and a clear, assertive voice, Bennett captures the author's fierce love for her child and fervent advocacy for the transgender community. Her serious tone channels Hays's urgent plea for all children to be seen and loved for exactly who they are. V.T.M. © AudioFile 2022, Portland, Maine [Published: OCTOBER 2022]