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Peter Huang, the only son in a struggling Chinese‑Canadian family, feels a deep inner pull to live as a girl. His father, determined to chart a traditional masculine path for him, imposes a future that feels at odds with Peter’s self‑definition. As Peter navigates the reactions of family and community, he confronts the complex interplay between cultural heritage, gender identity, and familial duty. The story offers an intimate portrait of a young man seeking authenticity amid conflicting expectations.
First publish date: 2014
Genre: LGBTQ+ Fiction/Transgender Fiction
Authors: Kim Fu
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