Book

Detransition, Baby

Torrey Peters · 2021

United States · en

• community stories
• family
• identity
• literary
• trans

Torrey Peters' acclaimed 2021 novel, Detransition, Baby, delves into the intricate lives of three women unexpectedly connected by the idea of parenthood. The story explores the complexities of identity, gender, and the challenges faced by trans women navigating relationships and societal expectations. As a seminal work within transgender literature, the book offers a sharp, witty, and deeply empathetic look at contemporary trans life, detransition, and the search for love and belonging. SAFO users will appreciate its nuanced portrayal of chosen family dynamics and the evolving definitions of gender and relationships within the queer community.