Sun Shining on Morning Snow: A Memoir of Identity, Loss, and Living Boldly

by Ingrid Hu Dahl

Embark on an unforgettable journey of self-discovery.

Sun Shining on Morning Snow is a fearless and deeply moving memoir that celebrates the power of authenticity, love, and resilience. Ingrid Hu Dahl, a mixed-race, queer woman, takes readers on an intimate journey through the challenges of self-discovery—navigating the weight of social, cultural, and familial expectations.

From her rebellious early days as a touring musician to her groundbreaking work at the Rock ‘n’ Roll Camp for Girls, Ingrid’s story is one of courage, defiance, and empowerment. She fights to carve out space for herself and others, embracing her truth despite the pressures that seek to silence her. Through love, loss, and an unbreakable connection to the fierce women before her—especially her mother—she ultimately finds reconciliation and the strength to live boldly in her identity. In grief, she discovers not just sorrow but also a deeper understanding of love, memory, and the invisible threads that connect past and present. She recalls her mother's words about going through fire to become pure gold, a metaphor that takes on new meaning as she recognizes the parallels in their struggles—two women, generations apart, yet bound by resilience in the face of cultural and personal battles. Despite their differences, their journeys echo each other, revealing the strength they both carried and the ways they were more alike than she ever realized. She comes to see the power in her own—in the name her mother gave her, Sun Shining on Morning Snow, a reflection of transformation, a crystalline purity shaped by both fragility and strength, ever-changing yet luminous in its own becoming.

At once lyrical and badass, Sun Shining on Morning Snow is a testament to the radical act of being seen on your terms. Perfect for readers seeking inspiration, representation, and the courage to step fully into their own light, this memoir is a rallying cry for anyone who has ever struggled to claim their place in the world.

Genres: Nonfiction, Memoir

308 pages, Paperback

Published April 29, 2025

Reviews

[Lisa · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ingrid Hu Dahl's memoir, "Sun Shining on Morning Snow" is a breathtakingly honest and deeply moving journey of self-discovery that left an indelible mark on my soul. From the moment I turned the first page, I was utterly captivated by Ingrid's fearless exploration of her experiences as an Amerasian child. Her ability to weave together moments of struggle with a sharp wit and profound insight makes this book an absolute page-turner.

As a fellow Hapa woman, reading "Sun Shining on Morning Snow" was a uniquely powerful experience. Ingrid's raw and relatable account of navigating identity resonated deeply, providing me with a new understanding and language for feelings I hadn't been able to articulate before. This book is a testament to the strength and resilience of "women warriors" – those who bravely embrace their true selves, even when faced with societal pressures to conform. It's a vibrant celebration of authenticity and unapologetic self-acceptance.

Ingrid's writing is both poetic and vividly visual, effortlessly transporting the reader to different moments in her life. I could feel the freedom of the scooter rides and the gut-wrenching impact of hurtful words. Her honesty in navigating complex family dynamics is particularly impressive. She fearlessly shares both the love and the pain experienced within her family, offering a nuanced portrayal that is both relatable and deeply courageous, especially within the context of Asian cultural expectations. This book beautifully models empathy and the ability to hold multiple feelings simultaneously, as seen in her poignant account of caring for her dynamic mother through her cancer journey.

Beyond the powerful narrative, Ingrid's humor shines brightly throughout the book, creating moments of levity and connection. (The pie pamphlet anecdote is pure gold!). The book is thoughtfully structured with gripping chapter leads and insightful titles that draw you further into her story. Her authentic voice shines through at every age, allowing the reader to witness her growth and processing in a truly immersive way. Ingrid has a remarkable gift for capturing the essence of the people in her life, making them feel real and memorable. Her gentle and accepting journey in embracing her identity as a lesbian is also a beautiful and inspiring thread woven throughout the narrative.

"Sun Shining on Morning Snow" is more than just a memoir; an experience. Ingrid's empathy, energy, and soulful spirit radiate from every page. This book made me laugh, it made me cry, and most importantly, it left me feeling stronger and more connected. I wholeheartedly recommend "Sun Shining on Morning Snow" by the incredibly talented Ingrid Hu Dahl to anyone who appreciates an honest, inspiring, and deeply human story. Prepare to be moved, enlightened, and empowered.

[Kathryn · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was lucky enough to receive an advanced copy of this memoir. This is my review…


Growing up in the ‘90s, we didn’t have a lot of easily accessible role models. We had super models. And they were nothing like us. Somewhere between punk and pretty and popularity sat the girls who didn’t know which table was theirs. So we tried them all on.

Sun Shining on Morning Snow is a memoir of a girl finding her self, and the legacy of era when being biracial was only as important as MTV could monetize it as cool. Being queer still sounded like either a death sentence or an insult. And being a feminist supposedly belonged in the past.

Somehow Dahl and I didn’t meet in the ‘90s, but my teenaged self definitely wishes we had. Her telling takes us on a journey through race and gender, through family and autonomy, through rockstars and loneliness. And while our journeys were miles apart, I can tell I would have felt more myself by knowing her.

I lost my own mother somewhat recently, and it is unlike what I’d expected. (Of course.) It is a slow undoing of the ways we understand our place in the world, building upon and tearing apart the ideas and experiences we’ve shared with our families. Despite it all, as adults, we are always still our parents’ children. And Dahl weaves the precarious thread of identity through these tangles of age and family dynamics beautifully. I felt both seen and newly inspired to create more space to grow and feel.

Dahl’s path shows us how one woman came into her own, one step at a time, wild night by wild night, as the loud music of rebellion becomes rhythmic and resolute.

[Beth Palarca · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was gifted this book by a friend of the author and feel so lucky to have experienced Ingrid’s story of discovery, family, love and loss. The honesty in her writing is so relatable. I enjoyed her perspective of growing up mixed-race - as my children are also mixed-race…though I often forget that fact! Ingrid, thank you for sharing your beautifully written memoir and I look forward to recommending it to my book loving friends. I’ll likely always think of your book when I see sun shining on morning snow.

[Scott Dixon · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ingrid Hu Dahl’s memoir, Sun Shining on Morning Snow, is a radiant and profoundly affecting work -- the kind of book that reminds readers why literature matters in the first place. From the opening pages, Dahl’s voice possesses that rare alchemy of intimacy and universality: she writes with such honesty, grace, and precision that her story feels not only lived, but shared.

I found it impossible to put this book down. As a reader, I felt genuinely fortunate -- almost as if I owed the author thanks for bringing something so beautiful and compelling into the world. Few books elicit such a deep emotional response: the sense that one is in the presence of something rare, something soul-touching. Page after page, I found myself caught between the urge to race forward and the desire to linger over each sentence, to savor its lyricism and humanity while delaying the inevitable final page.

Sun Shining on Morning Snow is profoundly evocative and utterly transportive. Dahl does not merely invite the reader to observe her experiences -- she immerses us in them. I didn’t feel like a distant witness, but rather a participant, as though I were moving through her memories alongside her. The memoir’s emotional range is extraordinary: I laughed and I cried, often within the same chapter, always in awe of Dahl’s ability to balance candor with compassion.

What makes this book remarkable is not only Dahl’s storytelling mastery but the spirit that animates it -- her unflinching outlook on humanity and individuality, her capacity to find meaning, humor, and dignity in the midst of life’s unpredictability. Sun Shining on Morning Snow is both a triumph of art and a testament to character.

Weeks after finishing it, the feeling remains. Rarely does a book linger so vividly -- a quiet echo of gratitude and wonder that continues to unfold long after the final page.

[Courtney Turner · Rating 5 out of 5]

"Our call to action was to always represent yourself and who you are - your identity. None of us fits in molds." pg. 158 This is the essence of Ingrid, her memoire and how I came to know her 25-years ago in college. As students and later friends, I learned very quickly that Ingrid's gift and elegance of story telling is immensely powerful and deeply touching. I dare say, almost like the touch of a shaman to a client who is seeking clarity and balance (seriously). Her memoire is certainly no different. And just as I watched her short story film ,"Third Eye Open" all those years ago, I was left questioning, reevaluating and empowered to redefine things I once thought were not for me to define. As you move through the multiple layers of her life's journey, her story telling may challenge the reader's inner complexities, and the reader may begin question (safely) if they're willing to sit with and embrace any personal blindspots. Especially those they've been avoiding. This is not just a path of feminist leadership, it's a path of cultivating one's inner sacredness and honoring their worth: for themselves, for those that have come before them, and those that will emerge after. Whether you know her or not, you will certainly not be disappointed. I hope that anyone who reads her memoir will also allow it to open them to their joy, softness and divine feminine roar. It's there and waiting. Enjoy the book and please be open for what it may open for you.

[Diane Bailey-Boulet · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ingrid Hu Dahl has written such a beautiful, multi-layered, and compelling memoir that spoke to me and my own experience growing up in a bi-cultural family. She describes navigating being raised “mixed race” navigating the Taiwanese and US cultural family blueprints of her childhood and young adulthood. She speaks movingly to what it’s like means to honor legacy yet live on her own terms with deep authenticity as a queer woman. She writes about the harrowing loss of a parent to cancer—something I, too, have experienced. The book is in turns raw, lyrical, kick-ass, and tender as she writes about belonging, loss, grief, and ultimately grabbing the reins of her life. There is so much that made me glad that I found this book. I enthusiastically recommend it. It's a wonderful read.

[Amanda Bassolino Hunt · Rating 5 out of 5]

Heartfelt + Inspiring

Sun Shining on Morning Snow is a beautiful, deeply moving memoir that captivated me from start to finish. Ingrid Hu Dahl invites the reader into her world with rare honesty, sharing her experience growing up mixed race in a way that feels both personal and universally resonant. The mother–daughter relationship at the heart of the story is layered with love, complexity, and rendered with such care that I found myself deeply moved by their journey. By the end, I was in tears — not only because of the events themselves, but because of the way she connects them to themes of identity, family, resilience, and love. A heartfelt and inspiring read that will stay with me.

[Reader · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have to say that this book has been one of my favorite reads this year. After I picked up this book at an event in NYC where I was fortunate to meet Ingrid and her father, I couldn't put it down. I finished this beautiful and touching memoir in one weekend and it really blew me away. I appreciated how the author wove in her mixed race and queer identity through her stories - as a reader it helped me feel the depth of her vulnerability and mix of emotions fighting social constructs so that she could be true to herself.

After reading stories about her Nai Nai I feel like our grandmothers would have been warrior sisters given their refusal to have their feet bound. My Chinese mom would always say that blood is thicker than water and so I was happy to see in the end that her mom eventually accepted the author unconditionally for who she was. I have a multi-cultural family and so we're constantly discussing mixed identities, and the kids have been schooling us more about queer and gender identity (for which we're grateful to now have the language to have these conversations). I admit that I cried during the last few chapters about her mom. This book is touching, funny, heartfelt and just an all-around great read!

[Aisha F. · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ingrid’s willingness to put her life on paper is both brave and generous. Writing a memoir is no small feat, and I celebrate the vulnerability it requires. Congratulations on bringing this project into the world!

[Iris Chen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ingrid Hu Dahl’s memoir, Sun Shining on Morning Snow, is both heartbreaking and heartwarming, holding all the complexities that the author embodies within herself.

Defying labels and categories, she shares stories of her mixed-race liminality, her tender sensitivity towards animals and punk rock energy on the stage, her sexual exploration with both boys and girls, and the push and pull between her and her parents.

I saw myself in many of her experiences--spending summers in Asia, enduring racist comments, navigating tensions with a controlling tiger parent, and forging my own identity beyond cultural and societal expectations. As someone who also lost a parent to cancer during the pandemic, I resonated deeply with her grief and loss.

While the specifics of her story are profoundly personal and unique to Dahl as an individual, the themes are intergenerational and universal. Like a life well lived, hers is not a journey without conflict and cost but one where she fights to be free as well as “seen, valued, respected, and most importantly, loved,” just like the generations of women before her.

Written with vivid detail, vulnerability, and grace, this book is an invitation and inspiration to live and love more honestly and expansively.

A moving must-read for anyone who is navigating their need for authenticity along with their need for interconnectedness.

[Graeme Crawford · Rating 5 out of 5]

amazing

[Tala Brinderson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Reading Sun Shining on Morning Snow was a deeply personal and spiritual journey. Ingrid's reflections on identity, belonging, and boldly stepping into one’s truth are powerful! As a first generation American, I often feel the weight of being “the other,” so this spoke directly to my heart.
I have also witnessed my children come home hesitant to speak Arabic or talk about their Middle Eastern roots. The fear of being misunderstood or labeled, is very real in our home—and in Ingrid’s story, I found the courage to keep guiding my sons to embrace who they are.

Her writing is both poetic and grounding. The descriptive language, vivid analogies, and raw honesty pull you in and do not let you go. As a mother of three boys, one of whom faces significant mental health challenges, I have spent the past year peeling back layers of myself—examining wounds, questioning generational patterns, and learning how to detach from how they “should” be. Her words affirmed what I’ve been feeling: that we birth our children not to mold them, but to discover ourselves.

This book also touched on something more tender: my own strained relationship with my mother. Ingrid’s connection with her mom left me feeling both inspired and heartbroken. It reminded me of the longing I carry, the pain of rejection when I made choices that didn’t align with my family’s expectations. Her journey helped me revisit those wounds with a little more compassion—and to allow my parents to be less than what I deserve without letting that define my worth.

Thank you, Ingrid, for writing this memoir. And thank you to Courtney, whose partnership and love clearly breathe through these pages. Sun Shining on Morning Snow is not just a memoir—it’s a mirror, a balm, and a quiet revolution for those of us still finding our way home to ourselves.

[Parixit Davé · Rating 5 out of 5]

A Powerful Memoir That Sings With Truth, Tenderness, and Fire

In Sun Shining on Morning Snow, Ingrid Hu Dahl delivers a memoir that is as fierce as it is tender—an unflinching exploration of identity, family, creativity, and resilience. From the very first page, Ingrid’s voice cuts through with clarity and courage, tracing her journey as a mixed-race, queer, second-generation daughter navigating the complexities of belonging, expectation, and becoming.

What makes this book stand apart is not just the lyrical prose or the vivid scenes that bring the reader deep into New Jersey basements, Taipei bakeries, or church pews—it’s the honesty. Ingrid does not shy away from the messiness of her experiences: the fractures within family, the ache of being othered, the reckoning with inherited trauma, and the search for self through art, music, and movement.

Her gift as a storyteller is matched by her ability to hold space—for contradictions, for sorrow and joy, for cultural nuance, and for transformation. The chapters move like mixtapes, blending punk energy with poetic depth, tracing the path of someone who has carved a life of meaning on her own terms. Whether she’s writing about her mother’s strength, her own coming-of-age as a rider and rocker, or the invisible wounds carried across generations, Ingrid invites the reader to look closer, feel more deeply, and ask harder questions.

This is a book for anyone who has ever felt in-between, anyone who’s looked for themselves in art or rebellion, and anyone who believes that personal truth can be revolutionary.

Ingrid Hu Dahl has written something unforgettable—intimate, expansive, and full of heart.

[Frederik D · Rating 5 out of 5]

In Sun Shining on Morning Snow, Ingrid Hu Dahl delivers a raw, poetic, and unflinchingly honest memoir that lingers long after the final page. With fierce clarity and tender introspection, she traces a life lived at the intersection of identity, creativity, and resistance—a journey defined not just by survival, but by the audacity to thrive.

The author's story unfolds across stages literal and metaphorical—from punk venues to nonprofit boardrooms—as she navigates the tension between societal expectations and self-determination. Her early years as a queer, mixed-race musician on the road pulse with energy and rebellion, yet it’s in the quiet reckonings—grappling with grief, reconnecting with lineage, and unpacking inherited silences—where this book finds its deepest power.

What sets this memoir apart is the author's ability to render her personal experiences with universal resonance. She writes with the soul of a poet and the fire of a revolutionary, illuminating how authenticity isn’t a destination but a constant act of bravery. Her reflections on intergenerational resilience—particularly the evolving relationship with her mother—are achingly beautiful, reminding us that healing often comes in nonlinear, luminous waves.

At a time when stories of complexity and intersectionality are more vital than ever, Sun Shining on Morning Snow stands out as both mirror and lantern. It’s an invitation to reclaim your name, your story, and your power—with grace, grit, and a refusal to be anything less than whole.

A memoir to return to, underline, and gift to anyone learning to live unafraid.

[Jovi · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sun Shining on Morning Snow by Ingrid Hu Dahl is the kind of book you pick up planning to read just one chapter—and suddenly hours have passed and you’re still turning pages. I was completely captivated. Ingrid’s writing is electric: raw, honest, and fearless.

This memoir doesn’t just tell a story—it invites you into the experience of being mixed-race in a world that often demands easy categories. As someone who didn’t grow up with that experience, I found myself reflecting deeply on moments I hadn’t considered before. Ingrid’s openness pulls you in. She shares her truth in a way that helps you see the world through her eyes. You don’t just understand her journey—you feel it.

She also writes movingly about her parents—their complex, tender relationship—and the profound loss of her mother. These moments are emotionally powerful, drawn with clarity and love.

What stood out most to me was Ingrid’s relentless drive—not just to survive, but to thrive. Her story is full of unexpected turns, hard-won triumphs, and bold decisions. At every point, she stays grounded and honest.

This is a memoir that stays with you. It’s insightful, inspiring, and beautifully told. I highly recommend it.

[Chelsea Spensley · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sun Shining on Morning Snow is a gift—an offering unwrapped between spellbinding pages, illuminating struggles with identity and grief, and the memories that shape and cradle the often painful, yet beautiful, transformations.

Ingrid’s prose is nothing short of captivating. She writes with equal parts poetry and precision—her words emotionally resonant, heart-wrenching when they need to be, and all the while delicate and unflinching.

I couldn’t put this book down—I wanted her words with me, everywhere!

This is a story rooted in generational conviction and grounded in the self-assurance that comes from community. With spirited determination and resilient vulnerability, Ingrid becomes a warrior—like the women before her.

What Ingrid speaks is a universal language of both grief and growth, one that doesn’t merely unfold—it blooms. She shows us how to move through life with grit and grace, how to hold fast to family, and how to fully feel, speak, and be who we truly are in this world.

We all need this reminder—now more than ever.

Read this book. Let it inspire your strength. Let it move with you and through you.

[Weyu Sham · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sun Shining on Morning Snow is a luminous, tender, and unflinchingly honest memoir that beautifully weaves the personal with the ancestral. Ingrid Hu Dahl writes with lyrical clarity and emotional depth, tracing her journey through identity, grief, and resilience. Her story moves through the rhythms of music, memory, and motherhood, revealing the fierce love and quiet strength of generations before her.

This book is not just a memoir, it’s an offering. A testament to the courage it takes to live authentically despite disapproval, to carry ancestral strength forward, and to claim one's voice in a world that often demands silence. It resonates deeply with anyone who has ever stood at the crossroads of culture, queerness, and belonging. Dahl reminds us that healing is not linear, identity is layered, and storytelling is a radical act of reclamation.

Sun Shining on Morning Snow is a must-read for those seeking truth, transformation, and tenderness on every page.

Weyu Shameka, Storyteller & Podcaster

[Unica Godina Le · Rating 5 out of 5]

Everyone should read this book. It’s a page-turner—poetic, raw, and emotionally moving. Every chapter is vividly described and beautifully authentic. Ingrid captures her stories so beautifully, with such honesty. I found myself crying multiple times, tears leaking as I read.

She writes about the hard truth of coming out to her parents, about navigating life as a mixed-race Asian, and about the complexity of identity, love, and loss. Reading her words opened my eyes and widened my perspective. That’s exactly why this book is so important—because it invites us to learn from a unique voice and lived experience.

How often do you come across a memoir written by a queer, mixed-race Asian woman? That alone makes it powerful.

What I especially loved is the way she writes about her relationships—with her grandmother, her brother, her father, and most of all, her mother. She weaves grief, love, and memory in a way that feels both personal and universal.

I love this book deeply already, and I can’t recommend it enough.

[Tina · Rating 5 out of 5]

A Mirror I Didn’t Know I Needed

Sun Shining on Morning Snow is the kind of book that finds you when you need it most. Ingrid Hu Dahl’s memoir is a raw, luminous exploration of what it means to grow up Hapa—always a little outside, always translating yourself for others, and always wondering where you truly belong.

So much of her story echoed mine: being labeled “mixed” throughout childhood, the push-pull of wanting to fit in and stand out, the longing—often unspoken—for a role model who looked like me. And her reflections on her mother and grandmother—their fire, pride, and relentless strength—felt so familiar it caught me off guard.

Ingrid writes with both grit and grace, drawing a powerful thread between generations, grief, identity, and becoming. Her story reminds us that showing up as yourself is its own quiet revolution.

If you’ve ever felt like the “only one,” this book will meet you there—and leave you changed.

[John · Rating 5 out of 5]

After listening to Ingrid on the podcast and reading Sun Shining on Morning Snow, I felt even more connected to her story. The book brought so much more depth to what she shared in the interview—especially about her mother’s incredible strength and spirit during such a difficult time. Reading about Ingrid’s long-distance caregiving, the challenges with travel during the pandemic, and the emotional layers of their relationship made me reflect on how complex and beautiful mother-daughter bonds can be. The parts about automatic writing and her continued connection with her mom after passing were especially touching—it gave me a new perspective on grief and healing. This memoir felt like both a tribute and a guide for anyone trying to find peace after loss.

[Hannah · Rating 3 out of 5]

I don't know how I feel about this memoir. The writing moved me and Ingrid's story of resilience resonated with me as another biracial woman. Sometimes though I felt as if the memoir was too self serving and that there wasn't quite a poignancy or point to it? Nonetheless an important book to read with reflections on how to live your authentic self & truth.

I felt a lot of parallels to Michelle Zauner's memoir "Crying in H Mart" which I read earlier this year as well. A natural comparison as they are both bi-racial and navigating the loss of their mothers to cancer.

[Hanako Olmer · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ingrid Hu Dahl’s memoir is a pulse—raw, defiant, and aching with truth. As a mixed-race woman, I saw myself in the in-betweenness she refuses to apologize for. From suburban New Jersey to the alleys of Taipei, her story isn’t about fitting in—it’s about exploding the box altogether.
She writes with the kind of honesty that makes you flinch, then breathe easier. Love, identity, rage, rhythm—it’s all here, messy and luminous. This isn’t just a memoir. It’s a manifesto for those of us who’ve lived on the edge of belonging, and dared to stay whole.
Read it. Then read it again.

[Danielle · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ingrid's reflections on living boldly are profound yet grounded in everyday acts of resilience—reminding me of the care required to raise mixed-raced daughters and lead transformational programs myself. As an immigrant and IT professional who builds inclusive, human-centered experiences, I found inspiration in the way Ingrid's memoir weaves cultural heritage, familial memory, and bold self-discovery.

[Laurel McHargue · Rating 5 out of 5]

Provocative, insightful, and bravely honest, Ingrid Hu Dahl's stunning memoir Sun Shining on Morning Snow will inspire readers to question their beliefs about those identifying as queer. The evolution of Dahl's sexual orientation--captured so beautifully in her narrative--and the intricacies of growing up in a biracial family will elicit compassion from even the most skeptical among us.
~ Laurel McHargue, author and host of the podcast "Conversations with Laurel"

[Arielle Dulberg · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read the book in a day, loved it so much!! I found many of the themes super relatable and it's a book that you don't want to put down once you start. It made me both laugh and cry. I'm so grateful that Ingrid shared her mother's wisdom and life lessons with us, it felt like a gift that she shared those sacred moments and memories with us as readers. Highly recommend!

[Audrey Clark · Rating 5 out of 5]

This memoir is a tour de force and a must-read for all people. It tells of the trials, tribulations, and triumphs of a young, multiracial queer woman and her beautiful and, at times, challenging relationship with her immigrant Taiwanese American mother. The book made me laugh at loud at times and cry at its most poignant moments. You will not regret putting this book on your reading list.

[Joel Perez · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ingrid does an amazing job sharing her powerful story of finding herself in the midst of challenges. Her story is an inspiration. If you are looking for a memoir that will draw you in and hold you this is it. As a Father raising biracial children trying to find themselves this was timely.

[Ellen Feng · Rating 5 out of 5]

Such a deeply personal and moving story. Anyone can find relatability with this book. I have recommended this to so many of my friends and family.

[C · Rating 5 out of 5]

Part coming-of-age, part self-revelation, all unapologetically bold. Ingrid Dahl writes with heart and humor, taking us all along her journey and every step of the way allowing space to reflect on our own experiences. I think this is perhaps one of the biggest takeaways. A beautiful homage to her late mother, a nod to the queer community and a must read for those who are queer-curious or on their own journey looking to be seen. A lover of music the empowerment and identity that is wrapped up in self-expression or the notes and lyrics written by others — one can find inspiration from start to end. This is a book that both young and old readers can find a piece of themselves in.