This is a unique look into life in Appalachia. I'm sure when most people think about West Virginia and the Rust Belt, I don't think Indian or queer comes to mind. White, cis-het, and conservative, probably.  Granted, the Indian population isn't booming, but they are very much present. Same with the queer community. We are everywhere, and getting those intersecting perspectives from growing up there has been an educational experience. Ultimately, this book focuses on how experiences during our formative years shape how we see and experience the world. I really enjoyed this read, and I'm so glad I went out of my comfort zone to read it. Non-fiction is not typically my go-to, but this was worth it.