Arjan

I truly enjoyed 'Tell Me How to Be' by Neel Patel. I began reading the book without knowing much about it. It took a few chapters to get into the story, but once the story gained momentum, it was a captivating page-turner with unexpected twists. There's an LGBT subplot that enriches the narrative, delving into secrets, shame, trauma, and lies, pushing a family to their limits in their quest for closure and purpose. Highly recommended.

An engaging tale blending friendship, love, loss, and workplace dynamics in the world of game development. It offers a unique behind-the-scenes look at game creation, leading to a satisfying conclusion. I enjoyed reading this, but found the pacing uneven and during the middle of the story, I found myself losing some interest.

I was able to finish this before seeing the movie. At first, with all the dialogue, it took me a little while to warm up to it. But when it hooks you, you're all in! It's such a heartwarming and nostalgic glimpse into young queer love between two Mexican-American kids in the 1980s. It's wonderful to see such a meaningful, diverse perspective on the coming-of-age tale.