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Sixteen-year-old and not-so-openly gay Simon Spier prefers to save his drama for the school musical. But when an email falls into the wrong hands, his secret is at risk of being thrust into the spotlight. Now change-averse Simon has to find a way to step out of his comfort zone before he's pushed out—without alienating his friends, compromising himself, or fumbling a shot at happiness with the most confusing, adorable guy he's never met.

Incredibly funny and poignant, this twenty-first-century coming-of-age, coming out story—wrapped in a geek romance—is a knockout of a debut novel by Becky Albertalli.

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Award-winning and bestselling fiction from Becky Albertalli! A hilarious and insightful exploration of the nuances of sexuality, identity, and friendship from #1 New York Times bestselling author Becky Albertalli. From bestselling author and rom-com queen Becky Albertalli comes a buoyant novel about daring to step out of the shadows and into the spotlight in love, life, and, yes, theater. In this sequel to the acclaimed Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda, we follow Simon’s BFF Leah as she grapples with changing friendships, first love, and senior year angst A funny, authentic novel about sisterhood, love, and identity from bestselling author Becky Albertalli. Fall in love all over again with the characters from the bestselling Simonverse novels in this epilogue novella. Welcome to the “Simonverse”—three interconnected novels full of heart and humor, romance and friendship.
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Award-winning and bestselling fiction from Becky Albertalli! A book about the power of love and resistance from New York Times bestselling authors Becky Albertalli and Aisha Saeed. Becky Albertalli and Adam Silvera combine their talents in this smart, funny, heartfelt collaboration about two very different boys who can’t decide if the universe is pushing them together—or pulling them apart. Becky Albertalli and Adam Silvera reunite to continue the story of Arthur and Ben, in this bestselling sequel to What If It’s Us.

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“Albertalli paints a stunningly three-dimensional, cliche-free world for Simon that bursts with unforgettable characters. Savor it, because you’ll read it for the first time only once. Worthy of Fault in Our Stars-level obsession.” (Entertainment Weekly)

“Love child of John Green and Rainbow Rowell.” (Teen Vogue)

“Delightfully funny and at times heart-wrenching. Readers will ache for Simon’s awkwardness, cheer his small triumphs, but, most of all, fall in love with this kid and with this remarkable gift of a novel.” (Andrew Smith, author of Grasshopper Jungle)

“Funny, moving and emotionally wise.” (Kirkus Reviews (starred review))

“I am so in love with this book.” (Nina LaCour, author of Hold Still)

“Debut novelist Albertalli writes believably in the voice of a confused, openhearted 16-year-old. Readers will fall madly in love with Simon.” (Publishers Weekly (starred review))

“Are we absolutely certain that Becky Albertalli didn’t just steal the diary of a hilariously observant teenage boy? Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda is a pitch-perfect triumph of wit and wordplay that feels timelessly, effortlessly now.” (Tim Federle, author of Better Nate than Ever)

“Though there are realistic moments of tension, the dominant sentiment here is the delicious excitement of finding your best self in the eyes of someone else; not since Levithan’s Boy Meets Boy have readers been treated to such a happy sigh of a book about two boys falling in love.” (Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books (starred review))

“I love you, SIMON. I LOVE YOU! And I love this fresh, funny, live-out-loud book.” (Jennifer Niven, bestselling author of All the Bright Places)

“Rife with realistic, high school relationships and drama, with a laugh or two at every turn, this is a coming-of-age, coming-out, and defying-the-odds story with which many teens will identify.” (SLJ)

“Becky Albertalli has written the best kind of love story: the kind in which you fall in love with the characters as they fall in love with each other.” (Alex Sanchez, Lambda Award-winning author of Rainbow Boys and Boyfriends with Girlfriends)

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Becky Albertalli is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of William C. Morris Award winner and National Book Award longlist title Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda (now a major motion picture, Love, Simon); The Upside of Unrequited; Leah on the Offbeat; the Simonverse novella Love, Creekwood; What If It’s Us and Here's to Us (cowritten with Adam Silvera); Yes No Maybe So (cowritten with Aisha Saeed); Kate in Waiting; and Imogen, Obviously, a Stonewall Honor Book. Becky lives with her family near Atlanta. You can visit her online at beckyalbertalli.com. 

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Balzer + Bray; Reprint edition (June 7, 2016)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 336 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 006234868X
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0062348685
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 14 - 17 years
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ 9 - 12
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.31 x 0.76 x 8 inches
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Becky Albertalli is the author of the acclaimed novels Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda (film: Love, Simon), The Upside of Unrequited, and Leah on the Offbeat. She is also the co-author of What If It's Us with Adam Silvera. A former clinical psychologist who specialized in working with children and teens, Becky lives with her family in Atlanta. You can visit her online at www.beckyalbertalli.com.

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Customers find the book enjoyable to read and a must-read. They describe the romance as cute and relatable for teens. The characters are rich and real, with witty dialogue that makes them laugh out loud. Readers appreciate the inspirational content and relatable themes.

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647 customers mention "Readability"629 positive18 negative

Customers enjoy the book's readability. They find the narrative easy to follow and relatable. The email exchanges and actual life experiences are also entertaining. Readers say the book makes them feel like they are a part of the story.

"...I loved his voice and being in his head was so much fun. Simon is a theater geek who enjoys comics, Harry Potter and Oreos...." Read more

"...:D First of all, Simon's voice is absolutely unparalled. He is adorable, snarky, and hilarious. His speech is beautifully simple, and he is so real...." Read more

"...No, not at all. It's a cute story with some decent rep and fun characters, but I doubt I'll rush to reread it and it definitely doesn't make my &#..." Read more

"...the book concluded wonderfully, but since it’s so short i feel like i need just *holds fingers .00001 cm apart* that much more...." Read more

218 customers mention "Romance"202 positive16 negative

Customers enjoy the book's romance. They find it relatable for teens going through bullying. The story is described as an amazing coming-of-age tale that deserves to be loved. Readers appreciate the author's ability to address love, anger, and hatred. The cast is described as nerdy and weird in delightful ways. Overall, they describe the book as an entertaining young adult level read.

"...It made it that much sweeter. And I loved reading the flirty and fun banter between these two...." Read more

"...OH AND I totally smiled cheekily, throughout the last 15% of the novel. like seriously, its that adorable." Read more

"...Simon is a really enjoyable narrator in that authentic, teen sort of way: he's a little bratty at times, he can be incredibly self-centered, and..." Read more

"...the story was filled with love, finding yourself, and truth for the LGBTQ community...." Read more

142 customers mention "Character development"130 positive12 negative

Customers enjoy the well-developed characters in the book. They find them realistic and relatable, with a likable narrator. The cast is diverse, including characters of different races and sexualities. Readers appreciate the interactions between Simon and Martin, which make them feel empathy for them.

"...He is such a relateable and fleshed out character that it’s impossible not to feel invested in his story...." Read more

"...I LOVED Simon. Adored him. omg. he is hands down one of the most realistic characters I have read in the looooonngggeeeeessssttt times...." Read more

"...No, not at all. It's a cute story with some decent rep and fun characters, but I doubt I'll rush to reread it and it definitely doesn't make my &#..." Read more

"...Each character was well fleshed out and had their own diverse personalities...." Read more

132 customers mention "Cute book"132 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the book. They find the emails cute and the story engaging. The characters are well-developed and realistically depicted.

"...They were so adorable! Simon is definitely going on my list as one of my favorite YA characters ever...." Read more

"...:D First of all, Simon's voice is absolutely unparalled. He is adorable, snarky, and hilarious. His speech is beautifully simple, and he is so real...." Read more

"...up to pull yourself out of a slump, because the quick pacing and the cuteness are sure to draw most YA readers out of their ruts...." Read more

"...overall, i loved this book. it was honest; it was hilarious; it was adorable; it was so much more...." Read more

128 customers mention "Humor"123 positive5 negative

Customers enjoy the witty and humorous story. They find the dialogue lighthearted and laugh out loud on multiple pages. The characters have a charming tone and have a voice. Readers praise the writing style as phenomenal and feel like they are having a conversation with the author.

"...There are so many funny and humorous moments but it also deals with important themes in a very delicate and appropriate way...." Read more

"...Becky Albertalli is a phenomenal writer, and I will read anything she writes because if it is anything close to as amazing as this novel was, I am..." Read more

"...i mean, he’s hilarious and very relatable. i got to connect with simon much more because i knew what he was thinking...." Read more

"...They’re so adorable and they have such sweet and hilarious conversations that I couldn't help but grin like a madman the whole time I was..." Read more

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Customers find the book inspiring and relatable. They say it teaches about impacting others' lives. The book provides a nice balance of school life and teenage relationships. It is relevant and timely for today's times, covering a sensitive topic.

"...is another one of those rare young adult books that have great supportive parents involved in their son's life. I love that!..." Read more

"...Everything was familiar, and that made this book so super duper special to me...." Read more

"...There are so many little bits here and there that are sure to give you warm fuzzies and a smile...." Read more

"...The family dynamics are truly perfect, though. The whole family is so loving, which doesn’t mean perfect obviously...." Read more

111 customers mention "Emotion"111 positive0 negative

Customers find the book's emotions realistic. They can feel how Simon feels and picture his life. The friendships, awkward conversations, and feelings of heartbreak are depicted in a way that resonates with readers. While the dialogue is humorous and lighthearted at times, the overall tone is heartfelt and soulful.

"...There was just enough drama within their little social group for it to feel real without being over the top...." Read more

"...The whole setting, everything about this book feels so much like home. Like my life. Like my school. Like everything I have ever known...." Read more

"...But it is also a deeply emotional book about a teenage boy and his struggle to remain himself without being stereotyped as the gay guy or having it..." Read more

"...Both will make you laugh, cry, cheer and sympathize with Simon, not to mention all the LGBT people in this world who suffer similar circumstances...." Read more

57 customers mention "Friendships"54 positive3 negative

Customers enjoy the book's friendships. They find the relationships well-executed, with loyal and supportive friends. The book is engaging and makes them love Simon and his friends.

"...SIMON.... and... after all this time... it is still one of my favorite contemporaries and books of all time. It's just that absolutely adorable...." Read more

"...the relationships between everyone were truly genuine and lovely and just.. *content sigh*...." Read more

"...The family dynamics are truly perfect, though. The whole family is so loving, which doesn’t mean perfect obviously...." Read more

"...He also had some amazing friends and family surrounding him. Simon's family was everything! I loved their interactions with each other...." Read more

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this is a book i know will stay with me forever (or at least for a long long time). if you don’t already know, this is a “gay” book. even if you feel uncomfortable or somewhat opposed to people of LGBTQ, i still believe you should read simon vs.i’ve read other novels that are LGBTQ, but i’ve never read one that was as wholeheartedly and honest as simon vs. everything was so relatable. in other novels, it was clear and obvious the characters that were LGBTQ were sorta different: in the way they act, speak, dress, etc. etc. however in simon vs., that was most certainly not the case. after reading this novel, i’ve realized that people who are LGBTQ are just like everyone else. there really isn’t a difference between gays and straights, except the preference in gender; in the end, that’s all there is.reading things from simon’s perspective, we could also see how the LGBTQ community is generally treated. it was beautiful to see people who were incredibly supportive, but also people who were just downright awful. i loved every bit of that. it was completely genuine and true. we saw everything: the good, the bad, and the ugly.my favorite aspect of the novel was how casual simon and his friends spoke of being gay. they would often joke about it – but not in anyway i found insulting or condescending. people often make this a huge deal, which i suppose it is a big deal, but sometime it shouldn’t have to be a big deal. if you think about it, being gay/straight/etc is only a big deal because people make it a big deal. why should it really matter? it’s just a small part of who we/you are. i find it similar to a person’s race. for example, it’s not like you’re going to see someone and instantly judge them because of their race (if you do, then go away). the same should be said about a persons’ sexual orientation.simon was an extremely sarcastic and funny character, so i couldn’t help but smile and grin the entire time. no, seriously, i couldn’t read this book in public because i would (literally) laugh out loud and smile to myself. people were definitely giving me strange looks, but i have no regrets because i looooooove it so much! (eventually i resorted to happily reading in my room.)the main reason why i enjoyed this book so much was because IT WAS SO CUTE. the interactions between simon and blue made me want to squeal; i couldn’t help but root for them until the very end. the relationships between everyone were truly genuine and lovely and just.. *content sigh*. his family and friends were great and everything was <3.simon vs. the homo sapiens agenda was like a diary. because the writing seemed like this, there were parts i really enjoyed, but also parts i didn’t like. i loved how we could hear and see simon’s internal dialogue. i mean, he’s hilarious and very relatable. i got to connect with simon much more because i knew what he was thinking. but, there were parts in the beginning i was left confused. since simon already knows these characters, there’s no introduction. we meet everyone and it’s like an information dump and you’re kind of left stranded like, “what’s going on?” also, there are less descriptions. i don’t describe people in my head, so it makes sense for the writing to be this way. but, i found it hard to visualize characters, places, etc.it was a quick read, which has it’s good and it’s bad. it’s a wonderful book to read in between huge series because it’s quite tiny, but because of that you’re left wanting more. the book concluded wonderfully, but since it’s so short i feel like i need just *holds fingers .00001 cm apart* that much more.overall, i loved this book. it was honest; it was hilarious; it was adorable; it was so much more. becky albertalli created a true masterpiece from beginning to end. with a easygoing prose, the story was filled with love, finding yourself, and truth for the LGBTQ community. i’ve come to realize that many people are simply ignorant to the way LGBTQ people are it may not be their intention to be condescending or offensive; they’re simply oblivious to it all. i would recommend this book to… um, everyone. *whispers* go read it.originally posted on: http://www.twirlingpages.com/2015/04/23/review-simon-vs-the-homo-sapiens-agenda-becky-albertalli/
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  • Reviewed in the United States on September 19, 2017
    Simon is a sixteen-year-old boy, who is not openly gay and is being blackmailed with his private emails with Blue by a fellow student. Blue is an anonymous and also closeted boy from the same high school. Simon and Blue have developed a flirtatious relationship through messaging, but neither one is aware of who the other is in real life because they use fake screen names. The student that is blackmailing Simon wants him to help get the attention of one of Simon's best friends that he has a crush on. Simon struggles to keep his sexuality a secret and protect his and Blue's blossoming romance from being revealed, while also trying to survive the usual high school drama.

    I loved the adorable “You’ve Got Mail” feeling where both characters meet online due to a tumblr post and have no idea who each other are. They continue to email each other back and forth and what begins as a friendship eventually turns into more. I'm such a sucker for stories like this that include love letters, text, emails, etc. The emailing was such an important addition in this book. It really sold the romance for me. I loved that this wasn’t just two teenagers meeting and instantly falling in “teenage love”. Simon and Blue got to know each other through their messages, without any influence of social status or appearances. It made it that much sweeter. And I loved reading the flirty and fun banter between these two.

    I won't give any clues as to who the love interest, Blue, is because half of the fun was trying to guess who it was. I thought I had it figured out and changed my mind a bunch of times. I did finally figure it out though, and I was so happy when it was revealed. I kind of want to go back and read the book again now that I know and read all of the clues again. lol! I have to admit that I did wish that we got to see more of Blue and Simon, together, in the end. They were so adorable!

    Simon is definitely going on my list as one of my favorite YA characters ever. I loved his voice and being in his head was so much fun. Simon is a theater geek who enjoys comics, Harry Potter and Oreos. He’s both confident and vulnerable and I it just made me want to hug him. His character felt so real and genuine and I’m sure anyone who reads Simon Vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda will be able to identify with at least some of the struggles Simon faces. He is such a relateable and fleshed out character that it’s impossible not to feel invested in his story.

    There were also a lot of great secondary characters (that I'm hoping eventually get their own books). We have Simon's three best friends Leah, Abby, and Nick. Abby was the bubbly, happy one that ended up being a really great supportive friend to him. Leah is the one that has known Simon the longest. She came off kind of harsh and bitchy at times, but I thought it made sense for her character. She is dealing with a one-sided crush on Nick, while watching him fall at Abby's feet. She also shows jealous moments when it comes to Simon and Abby's close friendship. There's also Nick, but we don't really get to know much about him other than the fact that he has a crush on Abby. He didn't get too much character development. There was just enough drama within their little social group for it to feel real without being over the top.

    This is another one of those rare young adult books that have great supportive parents involved in their son's life. I love that! I've said this in another review, but I feel like often times in YA books the parents are written as "the bane of their existence" or just aren't mentioned at all. They wanted to know what was going on in Simon's life, and set him straight when he needed it. His sisters were also a lot of fun.

    I can’t wait to pick up more of Becky Albertalli’s books. This is definitely a book I would recommend to anybody and everybody. It's a relatable and well-written story, and it has the most realistic yet likable characters. There are so many funny and humorous moments but it also deals with important themes in a very delicate and appropriate way. I kind of want to pick this up and start reading it all over again, and I just finished it! I didn't want it to end at all, and I already miss the characters. I own The Upside of Unrequited and I can't wait to pick it up soon!
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  • Reviewed in the United States on May 31, 2016
    (Crying cause I lost the updated review cause my computer died...)

    TO THE ACTUAL REVIEW: It's been about six months since I originally read SIMON.... and... after all this time... it is still one of my favorite contemporaries and books of all time. It's just that absolutely adorable.
    This will forever be one of my favorites, because of the reality it holds in its pages. Because of the unforgettable voices. Because of the intriguing premise, and adorable romance. (Speaking of which, the romance is so adorable I
    My original review (which you will see in a second...) was just me flailing about how phenomenal this book is, and that's mostly what this is going to be as well. :) :D First of all, Simon's voice is absolutely unparalled. He is adorable, snarky, and hilarious. His speech is beautifully simple, and he is so real. And his reality makes me connect to him. Never had I felt like a character was thinking exactly what I was about humanity and everything else until I read this book. It was simply exquisite.

    One of my favorite aspects of this book are the familial and friend dynamics within. Reason being is I feel like I have met people in my life that represent each and every one of these characters before. The whole setting, everything about this book feels so much like home. Like my life. Like my school. Like everything I have ever known. The theatre was my theatre at school. Everything was familiar, and that made this book so super duper special to me.

    squealed like a baby pig... or someone opening up a present they didn't expect but really wanted.... or going to Disneyland for the first time... or eating an entire thing of Oreos (Double Stuf, of course.)

    This book makes you want to dance, to play around, to do everything fun in the world. To bake. To live your life. To treat others kindly. To make sure others understand what is socially acceptable, and what shouldn't be. This book has so many things going for it. And I can't think of one bad thing I could say about this book.

    It's just about time for a reread and I cannot wait.

    My signed copy is unique to me and one of my most prized possessions. I'm so thankful for Becky Albertalli and this book. Her writing is just that good, in it's simple realistic sort of way. HIGHLY RECOMMEND.

    Consume this book. Cherish it.

    Original Review: AHHHHH.
    Simon vs The Homo Sapiens Agenda is quite possibly my favourite book I read in 2015. it was adorable, and cute, and heartbreaking in a strange sort of way.

    I LOVED Simon. Adored him. omg. he is hands down one of the most realistic characters I have read in the looooonngggeeeeessssttt times. and I love him so immensely. He will forever hold a special place in my heart.

    This book deals with many aspects of LGBTQ life that I feel is extremely important that everyone is aware of and understands because without understanding, there is no way to fix issues that are ever present in todays society (and slowly lessening, but it still needs to be discussed)

    This book in general, is.just so beautiful, and it surprised me in the best ways... I didn't predict everything as I often do, and I didn't hate anyone's character.

    in fact Abby made me smile, Simon's descriptions of Cal made me so happy, Nick was overall simple and good. Leah, reminded me of friends in my life, and the connections were great.

    the relatability of this book is unlike anything I have ever read... I have felt so many of these things, been in a few of these situations, and it just feels like real life.

    Becky Albertalli is a phenomenal writer, and I will read anything she writes because if it is anything close to as amazing as this novel was, I am sure to love it. <3

    so thankful I finally bought this, and read it completing it just 50 minutes before the new year.

    NOW I WANT OREOS!!!!!

    thank you , Becky... for this beautiful novel.

    OH AND I totally smiled cheekily, throughout the last 15% of the novel. like seriously, its that adorable.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Simon vs The Homo Sapiens Agenda
    Reviewed in Brazil on October 26, 2018
    Simon Spier tem dezesseis anos e é gay, mas não conversa sobre isso com ninguém. Ele não vê problemas em sua orientação sexual, mas rejeita a ideia de ter que ficar dando explicação para as pessoas — afinal, por que só os gays têm que se apresentar ao mundo? Enquanto troca e-mails com um garoto misterioso que se identifica como Blue, Simon vai ter que enfrentar, além de suas dúvidas e inseguranças, uma chantagem inesperada.

    A história é bem interessante em sua forma física e literária. O contexto e o desenvolvimento da história são bem instigantes e divertidos. O leitor acompanha a trajetória dos dois personagens e fica ansioso para ver o desfecho.

    A autora soube trabalhar o tema muito bem, dando o devido respeito que o assunto merece, mas de uma forma dinâmica. Esse foi o primeiro livro em inglês que eu li e achei muito a forma como é escrito. Estou pensando em comprar os outros da autora!
  • Laurie ‘The Baking Bookworm’
    5.0 out of 5 stars A heart-warming and relevant coming-of-age story about courage & the beauty of first love.
    Reviewed in Canada on April 7, 2018
    Admittedly, I'm a little late to the Simon party but better late than never. This is a coming of age story about Simon, a sweet, regular teenager (with a strong Oreo addiction) who happens to be gay. It's just that no one else knows he's gay. When someone threatens to reveal his sexual identity, readers witness his struggle which is poignant and helps solidify the connection between Simon and the reader.

    Simon is an endearing character who is a little awkward, funny and has a great support system. The camaraderie Simon has with his friends is enviable and their reactions to the crappy stuff that life throws at them were believable. He also has a good relationship with his family and I appreciate that Albertalli doesn't relegate parents to the fringes of the story. As a mom of three teens, I connected with Simon's mom and the changing bond between parents and their almost-adult kids. It's an awkward time for everyone and Albertalli gets that.

    She also gives readers food for thought and I think the idea of heterosexuality not being the default or assumed identity for everyone is an important point and would make for great discussion. But, at the heart of the book is a sweet romance that I got all gushy over. So much gush. And, while I enjoyed piecing together the mystery surrounding the identity of Simon's on-line crush, it was Simon's metamorphosis as he figured out who his is, and who he wants to be, that kept me reading.

    This is a coming-of-age story about courage and the excitement and beauty of first love. It has a wonderfully diverse cast; it is funny, heart-warming and relevant. If you love Oreos, sweet romances, witty email banter, likable characters and a story that will make you sigh at the end, then this is the book for you.
  • Alex V.
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excelente novela, ligera, fácil de leer y muy entretenida
    Reviewed in Mexico on December 28, 2017
    Simon es un chico de 17 años que vive con la dificultad de ser homosexual al no habérselo dicho a nadie mas que a un amigo virtual conocido como Blue. Todo cambia cuando alguien en su escuela se entera de su secreto, lo que conlleva a una serie de eventos que pondrán en juego a sus amistades, su relación digital con Blue y su temor/necesidad de salir del closet ante su familia, compañeros y demás personas a su alrededor..

    El libro es sumamente entretenido, quizá no sea uno de los mejores jamas escritos pero es una historia con mucho corazón, un excelente mensaje y personajes con los que te puedes identificar fácilmente. La historia me hizo recordar mis tiempos de preparatoria y la dificultad de salir del closet, las inseguridades que esto conlleva y los posibles prejuicios que uno se crea al estar tratando de tomar dicha decisión. Cabe de mas decir que el libro me encantó y es una novela que recomiendo de manera amplia.
  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Stupendo!
    Reviewed in Italy on January 23, 2018
    Cinque stelle assolutamente meritate. Un libro che mi ha commosso tanto e cui sono riuscito a rispecchiarmi negli anni delle superiori avendo avuto esperienze molto simili, così come rispecchiandomici adesso in un Simon (il protagonista del libro) che è un ragazzo buono e un po' goffo. Libro consigliatissimo per chi vuole leggere un romanzo a tema LGBT leggero. Non ve ne pentirete. Io questo libro l'ho divorato! Everyone deserves a great love story