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Fairest: A Memoir

Name: Fairest: A Memoir
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“Book Synopsis: Finalist for the 2021 Lambda Literary Award for Transgender Nonfiction.”

“Talusan sails past the conventions of trans and immigrant memoirs.” --The New York Times Book Review

“A ball of light hurled into the dark undertow of migration and survival.” --Ocean Vuong, author of On Earth We’re Briefly Gorgeous

A love story with the heart of Austen classics and a reflective journey of becoming that shift our own perceptions of romance, identity, gender, and the fairness of life.

Fairest is a memoir about a precocious boy with albinism, a “sun child” from a rural Philippine village, who would grow up to become a woman in America. Coping with the strain of parental neglect and the elusive promise of U.S. citizenship, Talusan found comfort from her devoted grandmother, a grounding force as she was treated by others with special preference or public curiosity. As an immigrant to the United States, Talusan came to be perceived as white, and further access to elite circles of privilege but required Talusan to navigate through the complex spheres of race, class, sexuality, and queerness. Questioning the boundaries of gender, Talusan realized she did not want to be confined to a prescribed role as a man, and transitioned to become a woman, despite the risk of losing a man she deeply loved. Throughout her journey, Talusan shares poignant and powerful episodes of desirability and love that will remind readers of works such as Call Me By Your Name and Giovanni’s Room.

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Experience a memoir like no other with Fairest: A Memoir. This groundbreaking book has been recognized as a finalist for the 2021 Lambda Literary Award for Transgender Nonfiction. With its compelling narrative, it breaks free from the conventions of typical trans and immigrant memoirs, offering a fresh and unique perspective.

Fairest is more than just a memoir; it is a love story that encapsulates the essence of Austen classics. Join the author on a reflective journey of becoming, where your own notions of romance, identity, gender, and the fairness of life will be challenged. Dive into a narrative that will make you question societal norms and inspire you to embrace your true self.

At its heart, Fairest tells the tale of a precocious boy with albinism, known as a "sun child," from a rural Philippine village. Follow the author's transformation into a woman in America, overcoming the strain of parental neglect and the pursuit of U.S. citizenship. In the midst of these challenges, the protagonist finds solace in the unwavering support of her loving grandmother, a force that grounds her amidst the special treatment and public curiosity she encounters.

As an immigrant to the United States, the author was perceived as white, gaining access to elite circles of privilege. However, this newfound privilege came with its own complexities, requiring her to navigate the intricate realms of race, class, sexuality, and queerness. Fairest delves deep into the boundaries of gender, revealing the author's realization that she did not want to be confined to a prescribed role as a man. Taking a courageous leap, she transitioned to become a woman, even at the risk of losing a deeply cherished love.

Throughout the journey, Fairest offers poignant and powerful episodes of desirability and love, reminiscent of acclaimed works like Call Me By Your Name and Giovanni's Room. Prepare to be captivated by Talusan's eloquent storytelling as she takes you on a rollercoaster of emotions. Don't miss out on this transformative memoir that will leave a lasting impact on how you perceive the world.

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