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A trans protagonist definitely has me sold, though detective-wise it depends on whether it's just functioning as pro-cop propaganda.
Bang Bang Bodhisattva is definitely not pro-cop propaganda. It really does follow the hard-boiled detective mold where they're basically vigilantes trying to solve a crime because the police force isn't helpful.
But, if you're interested in trans characters in cyberpunk novels, I also made this post about a year ago. And while I haven't read it, I also heard about Hammajang Luck, which I guess is a queer cyberpunk novel that includes a lot of Hawaiian culture.
You have Escapeology listed in your linked post and that's the exact novel I was coming into the comments to recommend. I've never seen another person mention that book before.
Always interested in books with trans/enby characters (well... that aren't the tired serial killer/etc. demonization), will check those out!