Heartfelt, funny, and thought-provoking, Imogen, Obviously is a must read queer coming-of-age book that follows Imogen as she questions who she is and what it means to be queer. She is such a lovable main character, there were so many times I just wanted to hug her and encourage her when people kept shoving her further back in the closet.
The vast majority of this could easily be framed for how on the mark the quotes are, and how true they are. So many times people get caught up in "looking" queer, and being "queer enough". There is no wrong or right way to be queer. I feel so much of this stems from a long history of internalized homophobia, and even internalized misogyny.
The moment Gretchen first entered page left her vibe made me

uncomfortable. I couldn't put my finger on it, but there was just something about how she spoke to Imogen, and everyone she said was just so WRONG. She wields and uses her trauma like a sword to constantly justify her actions and words, having no remorse or acknowledgment of the hurt she causes. I knew she was going to end up being toxic!

When you are in a friendship with someone and they refuse to let you out of a box they have chosen for you, it's so detrimental to not only your growth, but also your friendship as a whole. If someone is unwilling to allow you to have your own mind they are not a good friend.

This is one of those essential queer reads, perfect for anyone who has ever questioned or wondered what it means to be queer. I will read anything by this author now!