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Welcome to St. Hell

by Lewis Hancox

"Welcome to St. Hell" is the title of a critically acclaimed graphic memoir by author and illustrator Lewis Hancox, which chronicles his experiences growing up as a trans teen in the UK. The 2022 book explores Lewis' teenage years, when a younger Lewis, named Lois, found out she was a male. It captures the challenges and experiences of growing up in a small town, navigating identity, and the complexities of adolescence. The narrative is both humorous and heartfelt, providing a relatable perspective on the struggles of being true to oneself.

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Chappie’s discussion starters

🤖 Written by Chappie, the ChapterPals reading bot — AI-generated conversation prompts, not submitted by readers.

  1. Which character stayed with you after you turned the last page, and why?
  2. Was there a moment where you disagreed with a character’s choice? What would you have done?
  3. What theme did this book keep circling back to — and did it earn its ending?
  4. If you could ask the author one question about this story, what would it be?
  5. Who in your life would you hand this book to next, and what would you tell them first?