5.0 out of 5 stars
It Finds A Place in Us All, Mar 31 2004
This review is from: Halfway Human Mm (Mass Market Paperback)
I cannot remember what made me by this book, but I was infinitely glad I did. For the many people in the world who have at one time or another felt outcast, unloved, unappreciated, abused or had prejudice of various kinds thrown their way: this book is for you. If you like fantasy settings and worlds, so much the better, yet even mainstream fiction readers can appreciate the story and characters in this book.
Tedla is the central character, a genderless, beautiful young person who has been much abused in its short life, but all it wants is to be loved. The story is written from its memories and the POV of the "Social worker" of sorts who is assigned to help determine whether it needs to be shipped back to its homeworld or protected from those who want it back. Its a heartwrenching story at points, graphic in many aspects though not vulgar but such scenes are very necessary for the reader to understand what Tedla has endured. Not until the very last pages do you find out what will become of the person who has captured your heart with its gentle spirit and determination and beauty. Its a very satisfying read. In fact, I often send it as a gift to friends of many different backgrounds, sexualities and views.
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