This book made me cry! I loved this and I loved getting to see them build good things in their lives

Thank you netgalley and rb media for the free alc in exchange for my honest review. I fojnd this book a bit choppy and unfortunately the audio kept pausing i got to 23% before dnf it. If i can find a copy at my library i wil try it again and update/ adjust my review if neccessary.

This book is what queer kids out there need. A group of queer friends exploring their identities and relationships of all kinds. I did like that we got 3 different perspectives from 3 different identities. For the audiobook I do wish that there had been different narrators or even headings when the perspective changed. The narrator did a lot of voices which made it easy to differentiate who was speaking, but sometimes I found myself confused on whose perspective it was.

I will say that there was not as much overall plot as I had excepted going in. This isn't a bad thing. It was just much more character driven than some other novels I have read recently. I did love the idea behind the documentary and getting so many snippets of what it means to be queer for different main/side characters.

I would definitely recommend this one, especially to any teens out there who might be looking to see themselves represented in a book.

Trigger Warnings for The Queer Girl is Going to be Okay include: transphobia, queerphobia, depression, anxiety and sexual scenes.
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The Queer Girl is Going to be Okay follows three queer girls, Dawn, Edie and Georgia. They each have their own set of issues and challenges, but they have each other throughout that.
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To me, I see it as a story of queerness, of friendship and solidarity. It tells a story of bad things happening and undesirable situations but these friends sticking by each other through it and supporting each other regardless of what they have going on for themself personally too.
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I requested this book partly because of the cover (it's so pretty, don't judge me). But I also picked it because of the description listed. I try to read as much queer fiction as I can, because those stories deserve to be told, deserve to be shared, and people deserve to be able to see themself reflected in fiction.
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While I personally can't see myself in this book, being white, I recognise that these situations aren't limited to that community. The situations and occurrences are unfortunately fairly universal, and regardless of race or gender, I think a lot of people will find something they can relate to in this book.
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Thank you to NetGalley for sending me an ARC copy of this book.

I read this book both via e-book and audio book and loved it both ways. I'm so happy that books like this exist for teens nowadays. It's a fun, heartfelt, thoughtful read. Highly recommend!

4.5 ⭐️

A heartwarming read about community and queer love in all it's forms. Walls explores what it means to be young queer person through our three protagonists: Edie, Dawn and Georgia three best friends in their final year of school while they navigate difficult home situations, less-than-ideal grades, complicated dating lives and financial difficulties. The crown jewel of this book was the strong bond between the girls and their willingness to help each other out and never shying away from the difficult conversations that would help them become their best selves

I read this through audiobook and I loved how distinct the narrative voice for each character was. The POV might change mid-chapter, but I was never confused.

Overall, a delightful debut novel with heart. I'm looking forward to more books by this author!

Many thanks to NetGalley and the author for the audio ARC.
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Starting with the narrator - Tamika Katon-Donegal - her voice was really nice to listen to (and that is really important with an audiobook 😂) and the little differences in the voice to differentiate between the characters were top tier 👌❤️.
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And now to the story. This book follows three queer girls - Dawn, Edie and Georgia and their everyday life. Dawn is trying to pursue her filmmaking dream and her friends are trying to help. Be it cutting the final video or just supporting her through the whole process 🥰. (And I need to say - if this documentary was real I would definitely watch it 😍) Reading about this friendship was really heartwarming. All of these characters are amazingly portrayed, they are complex and they are making mistakes and bad choices... Every one of these girls has something to deal with - Dawn is taking care of her ill father, Edie is dealing with her conservative family and Georgia has issues with her mother's new boyfriend. Sometimes it was a little bit hard to continue with the story, because I didn't like how they reacted... but well I gotta admit it was really realistic - after all it happens to all of us - we can't do everything right all the time ✨. And I am glad that it all turned out okay in the end.
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So if you need some very queer, very uplifting and unique story The Queer Girl Is Going To Be Okay might be something for you 😁.
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PS: The cover? Absolutely stunning 😍!!!

Thank you to the publisher, author, and NetGalley for providing me with an ARC in exchange for my honest rating and review.

3/5

This was a really nice story following three queer girls as they each navigate their senior year of high school. I loved the representation in this novel! We got a real look at various forms of queerness, mental health struggles, financial struggles, single parentage, and so much more.

The pacing of this novel was a bit tough, though. It was extremely fast-paced, which I usually love. However with three main characters, it was really difficult to keep track of who was who, who was dating who, whose parents belonged to which girl, etc.

The emotions and feelings in the book were very real. I just wish I’d had the opportunity to slow down and get to know the characters a little better.

I really, really enjoyed this book. Featuring three queer girls, this book covers a variety of experiences across the spectrum as the characters grow through the story, dealing with the usual struggles of high school with the added layer of being part of the LGBT+ community.

Starting with Dawn, the filmmaker creating the film that shares the name of the book, deals with parental responsibilities for her ailing father, while trying to navigate dating as a trans woman. Georgia navigates trying to get into college and her desires to write, while dealing with her mother's creepy new boyfriend. And Edie tries to figure out her relationship with her nonbinary partner, Ben, while not letting down her Christian, homophobic parents both in school and with who she loves.

Throughout the story, I loved watching these women support each other, come together to deal with the problems they were facing and overcome their difficulties. And honestly I would kill to actually get to watch the documentary they make. This book is full of queer struggle but more importantly queer joy.

My one small grievance is that, as an audio book, it was at times very hard to follow whose POV I had. This may be unique to the netgalley copy, but having something in the chapter head that I could reference to see who I was listening to would've been very helpful, instead of just hoping the name would be mentioned again.

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“The Queer Girl is Going to Be Okay” By Dale Walls @dalewallsauthor

📕 Edition: Audiobook ARC

This debut novel is an absolute gem! 💖 This heartwarming story follows Dawn on her quest for queer love, brilliantly intertwined with the pursuit of her filmmaking dreams. 📽️

Walls beautifully captures the essence of friendship and resilience through Dawn's journey, making it a truly touching read.

The characters, especially Dawn, Edie, and Georgia, are so well-developed and relatable for many. 🌟 Their unwavering support for each other is definition of true friendship. The theme of queer love is delicately explored, bringing a fresh perspective to the genre for young adults.

Walls' writing style is both engaging and uplifting, making it easy to get lost in Dawn's world. 🌈

Overall, a delightful and affirming read. 🌈💕 It's a celebration of love, friendship, and the resilience of the human spirit. Highly recommend for anyone in need of a feel-good story! 📚✨

The Queer Girl is Going to Be Okay releases November 21st!

Thank you @netgalley @levinequerido and @RBmedia for this ARC!

This was a refreshingly queer story. It was a quick read, and the narration was good. It did take awhile to realize it was from the point of view of three different people. The middle lost me a bit, but the beginning and end were solid.

A heartfelt, #ownvoices, queer YA coming of age story about female friendship, pursuing ones dreams and embracing queer love in all its many forms. Good on audio and perfect for fans of authors like Kacen Callender or Tehlor Kay Mejia. Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for an early audio copy in exchange for my honest review!

The book was a little all over the place for me, I liked each of the students stories and I really appreciated the author incorporating a wide variety of queer perspectives. But it just overall didn’t keep me hooked, I also was super annoyed by the narrator and the selection of voices.

This book got me. It is a book of the ups and downs of queer love, of love of any kind. While some may find the book uncomfortable, I as a very accepting 60 year old women, found it
one of the best books that addresses what some people have to go through. I shed tears, and smiled, this had all the feels. This would be a great book for teens, or anyone who is trying to find acceptance in a world and sometimes even a family that sometimes does not accept all people. This book had a big impact on me, I will be recommending it to others that are looking for a somewhat wholesome book that addresses the struggles that unfortunately still exist.

Thank you Netgalley, Dale Walls and RB media for an audio ARC of this amazing book.

This is one of those books that make me wish my queerness wasn’t repressed until I was in my 30s. The Queer Girl is Going to Be Okay is a love letter to the queer kids who are navigating the world imperfectly, while still reaching for love through all of the challenges and obstacles. It’s an exploration of queer friendship, that is a special love all in itself. It’s a reminder that you can make mistakes and survive shitty things while still deserving love. I absolutely loved everything about this book.

If you’re listening on audio, the pauses between chapters are a little long, but overall the audio is lovely as well. Each character expressed uniquely with homage to the diverse characters represented

it behooves me to first mention the cover of this book - wow. it was what immediately drew me in and told me: this book is going to be about queer joy. and you know what? the cover didn't lie to me.

the queer girl is going to be okay navigates the lives of three queer girls in texas - georgia, dawn, and edie. dawn's editing a documentary for a film festival in austin. georgia's worried about getting into college and worried about her mom's new boyfriend being inappropriate with her, too. my favorite story was about edie - she's dating ben who is nb and they're upset that edie won't introduce them to her parents, but edie's parents are christian and she knows they won't accept her for who she is.

this book was perfectly fine, though if i was going to be critical i do feel that the topics discussed within were serious enough that they deserved more examining.

the documentary about love connected each of the these stories, though - self love and identity, love for a partner, love for a family and the nuances of making sacrifices for people we care about.

probably the most unsettling arc for me in this book was with georgia - her mom brings home a man that she likes and when her mom is in the other room, is extremely drunkenly inappropriate with georgia. this whole plot point is brought up later on but i think in retrospect i feel a little jarred by it - maybe because the story felt told, but with such a serious topic it was resolved off page. ultimately, the traumatic parts of these queer stories felt like they should have been explored more which is why this book was ultimately just okay for me.

I received an early version of the audiobook via NetGalley, and I must say I thoroughly enjoyed this story! A multilayered queer coming of age story told through several sets of eyes, The Queer Girl is Going to Be Okay is a beautiful piece of literature not only for those in the LGBTQIA+ community, but for all young people struggling to find their place in the world. While the narration of the audiobook occasionally took me out of my immersion, the story is absolutely fantastic!

It felt amazing to be able to listen to this LGBTQIA+ story. Overall I really enjoyed it, it felt relatable, heart-warming and poignant at various moments!

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my heart is so happy after reading this book

this is a book full of the ups and downs of queer love of every kind, it has such a sweet friendships at its core with a hint of found family. I would love this to be turned into a movie!

such a good book to any teen trying to navigate the world and trying to find love, and feel accepted.

There's some uncomfortable situations in this book, but they are the realities of what many people have to go through. There were also some moments that had me sitting here smiling with tears in my eyes 🥹. It's wholesome while still being impactful.

Thank you Netgalley, Dale Walls and RB media for an arch in exchange for an honest review!

rep: trans POC mc, lesbian POC mc, queer POC mc, non binary sc, POC scs, sc with depression

This a mostly light and quick read. It doesn’t still touch on depression, transphobia and being queer in a queerphobic religious family. It’s full of representation, from queer identities to POC, which I love to see. It focuses on queer love and friendship.

We follow three friends. They each get a pov, but the main story is mostly surrounding Dawn, as she tries to get a scholarship to get into a film university. Though we see each girl with their own relationship and familial struggles and impending change with graduating and pursuing their higher studies.

None of the characters are perfect. They all make mistakes. Some of those mistakes are very real and human things to say or do. Some of them are in tough situations, so its easy to empathize with them, while also cringing and wishing they went about things another way. What I like is that they usually call each other out on their bullshit. Maybe not always right away, but eventually. Once they know the other is ready to hear it.

Its great to see characters who already know their identities and are confident. Some of them use specific labels and another just uses queer. Not everyone has to pick a specific one, and that’s ok. Everyone is perfectly valid. One character even sets boundaries for themself. They wont hide their identity or make it easier for people who don’t understand or want to try. I respect that. No one should have to.

The documentary Dawn is working on is the same title as this book. If it were real, I would 100% love to watch it. It would be really nice to see people’s take on queerness and queer love. Every views and experiences their queerness differently. With all the bad stuff going on in the world, its great to see some queer joy.

I love the very bright cover with POC on the cover. Th narrator did a great job as well.

There are a few scenes that might be triggering to people, so it’s a good idea to check trigger warnings before starting this book.

Thank you to NetGalley for providing me with an audio ARC of this book