*** My Brother My Sister by Molly Haskell

The author’s brother, at age 60+, decides to become a woman and My Brother My Sister: Story of a Transformation describes what it’s like for his, now her, sister. Some aspects of the change seem straightforward, if challenging, such as remembering to use the new name. Others seem to offer surprising amounts of torment, such as introducing this changed sibling to friends (although I understand it’s a challenge to introduce his/her ex-wife). And some seem a little silly, such as feeling an overwhelming need to critique the now-sister’s fashion choices.

Interestingly, the author is friends with the author of Shocked, who makes a brief appearance two thirds through the book.