50 pages 1 hour read

Elliot Page

Pageboy: A Memoir

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2023

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Before You Read

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Pageboy: A Memoir by Elliot Page, chronicles his journey of self-discovery as a transgender man, detailing his upbringing, career, relationships, and experiences in Hollywood. Through a nonlinear narrative, Page discusses his struggles with gender dysphoria, coming out, and finding acceptance. Sensitive topics including self-harm, disordered eating, and anti-LGBTQ violence are addressed in the book.

Reviews & Readership

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Elliot Page's Pageboy: A Memoir offers a deeply personal exploration of his journey, resonating with readers for its candidness and emotional depth. Positively received for its raw honesty and introspection, some found the narrative occasionally uneven. Overall, it's a compelling and important read for fans and newcomers alike.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Pageboy: A Memoir?

A reader who would enjoy Pageboy: A Memoir by Elliot Page is likely drawn to compelling personal stories of self-discovery and resilience, particularly those involving LGBTQ+ themes. Fans of Untamed by Glennon Doyle and Becoming by Michelle Obama will appreciate the candid, heartfelt narrative and exploration of identity.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre

Coming of Age / Bildungsroman

Topics

LGBTQ

Themes

Self Discovery

Identity: Gender

Identity: Sexuality