This is exactly the kind of book children should be reading. I loved this from cover to finish. It lacked the gross drama of the "stuck in the wrong body" trope and the replacement wording blew me away. This is why representation such as this should be delivered through the mouths of those who have lived it. My favorite part? The fact that

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Melissa's brother was so perfectly and wonderfully accepting without a second thought

. Overall, it was a beautiful story which can make a big difference without trauma in the life of those who really need it.