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What's in a name? A pretty fantastic book idea, for starters. At heart, Will Grayson, Will Grayson is about a couple of kids figuring out how to be themselves. Two of those kids happen to have the same name, and not much in common outside of that, but their serendipitous friendship sets the stage for a much larger, braver, and more candid story than the simplicity of the plot might suggest. The relevance for teens here is clear--high school is the only time in your life when you have the undivided opportunity to obsess over your every move, sentence, and outfit change--but the part about understanding who you are doesn't stop when you graduate. That's what makes Will Grayson, Will Grayson as interesting a pick for adults as it is for teens: the questions don't get simpler, but looking at them through the eyes of a 16-year-old brings a welcome sense of honesty and humor to this thing called life. No one's ever too old to enjoy that. --Anne Bartholomew
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One cold night, in a most unlikely corner of Chicago, two teens—both named Will Grayson—are about to cross paths. As their worlds collide and intertwine, the Will Graysons find their lives going in new and unexpected directions, building toward romantic turns-of-heart and the epic production of history’s most fabulous high school musical.
Hilarious, poignant, and deeply insightful, John Green and David Levithan’s collaborative novel is brimming with a double helping of the heart and humor that have won both them legions of faithful fans.
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4.0 out of 5 stars
Hooked,
This review is from: Will Grayson, Will Grayson (Hardcover)
This book deals with LGBTQ, finding yourself, high school, friendship, family life beautifully. It's full of sarcasm and satire.I rated it four stars because, while I highly enjoyed the writing style, I found myself really unsure of the the first Will Grayson's character. I wish it were more developed. I thought that I couldn't see as deeply into his life as I could with the second Will Grayson's. All in all, a very original style with excellent writing.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Life Changing,
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This review is from: Will Grayson, Will Grayson (Paperback)
Like I said, this book was life changing for me, I was a little apprehensive about reading a book about two guys with the same name. I though I might get confused but both Will's are written from first person and even the style of writing between the two authors makes it possible for the Will's to be told apart, also the different settings, characters and thoughts the Will's have are so different. Not to mention the second Will, is written in all lowercase letters.This book really did change the way I look out on life, it's about teenagers just trying to find their way in life. Will Grayson, Will Grayson, does an amazing job at capturing the feelings that each teenager experiences in their life, trying to discover more about themselves, what they like, who they are, what kind of person they want to be. It's because I read this book that I have the amazing friends I have today, this taught me not to judge people, not only on what they wear, or how they look, but also by their actions and how they express themselves publicly. Everyone has their quirks and some people are able to show them to the world and not be afraid to show them to the world. No one is perfect and it wasn't until I read this that I was able to understand that it didn't just apply to me, I always thought that as a saying that allowed me to cope with your personal imperfections and faults. But EVERYONE has them and it's the true friends who will stick by you and support you through the times when they need you most. This book made me a better person, better friend and changed my outlook on life. I mean this literally, it's because of Will, Will, and Tiny that I see the world the way I choose to see it. It's also the reason I became a nerdfighter. Fantastic. John, David, I owe you two so much, I hope I will get the chance to meet you in person. You have touched my life and inspired me, there is no higher praise that I can give you, thank you. DFTBA '<3
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5.0 out of 5 stars
Amazing,
This review is from: Will Grayson, Will Grayson (Paperback)
Basically, I loooooooooved this book!!!!I heard great things about this book when it first came out (no pun intended) but I thought the story of two guys with the same name meeting might be kinda lame. I decided to give it a shot because I haven't read much with LGBQT characters (basically just the Lord John series by Gabaldon) and while there are some sources for gay reader's advisory I like to diversify my reading. The characters are unbelievably real. There's something in the story about how we can be taken in by a fictional person, fall for someone who isn't actually there, and I feel like I have with all of these characters. Not in a romantic way, just in a I would be their best friend kind of way. Each of the characters ooze with genuine personality. I adore flawed heroes and underestimated rejects and I got my fill of both. The sarcasm, bluntness, confusion, and raw emotion that the authors throw at us is exquisite. I rarely feel this emotionally invested in a book, I laughed, I cried...it's a good thing I decided to read at home instead of at the park because I probably would have looked mentally disturbed. The language is fresh and young, completely realistic dialogue for online chat, texting and awkward conversations. This was an amazing collaboration between authors. Alternating chapters is an interesting and effective way to get two writers involved in the same story and the distinct narrators of the same name make this possible. This story deals with so many great things that it has something for everyone. A book club could discuss * Friendship * Clinical Depression * Love * Online Dating * Homosexuality * High school drama (as in plays not angst, although that too) There's swearing, talk about sexuality and talk about suicide so if you are sensitive about these things be forewarned, but I think that they add to the authentic feel and are important to getting the message across.
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