Abstract
This thesis explores the topic of how compulsory heterosexuality can be a fatal factor in the topic of queer community. The primary text analysed within this context are Fun Home by Alison Bechdel. I have included theory from Adrienne Rich in my text to help me explain the theory around compulsory heterosexuality. The analysis is based on real characters as the novel is an autobiographic graphic novel, which has made the topic sensitive. Furthermore, the analysis is based upon facts stated in the novel, and as it is only told from Bechdel’s side, it is only her truth. My thesis is based upon how compulsory heterosexuality has made Bruce Bechdel depressed and suicidal, resulting in his alleged suicide in 1980. The thesis is an analysis of Bruce, with Alison as a parallel to his story.