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The Passing Playbook is a great story of what it means to live in a world where threats of violence can scare transgender youth into not coming out and how great it is when they have the support of friends, family, and community to finally do so. After facing violence and discrimination at his old school, Spencer's family moves him to a progressive and liberal school in Ohio where he lands a spot on the school's soccer team. But Spencer isn't out in Ohio. And a discriminatory rule from the soccer league will leave him benched unless he fights for his rights and those of other transgender students like him. I absolutely adored the romance aspect between Spencer and Justice and their chemistry was sweet and really remarkable and a joy to read. I loved Spencer's little brother as well and thought he served as a true sign that intolerance is something that is learned and not born into you. The Passing Playbook is a beautiful story and Isaac Fitzsimons did an excellent job with the writing and character development.