Will Grayson, Will Grayson (John Green and David Levithan) BOOK REVIEW
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First off, I think the notion is interesting: two people with the same name set by happen-chance and end up helping each other through their respective situations. But, once again I was let down by Mr Green.
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In a Nutshell:
Two Will Graysons meet and their lives are changed.
The Actual Review:
In this review I'll be using straight-Will Grayson and gay-Will Grayson. A pretty shallow approach but it was how I ended up referring to them in real life.
I think, perhaps that two characters with the same name was just too confusing. The only way I could immediately differentiate between straight-Will Grayson and gay-Will Grayson was the intentionally poor grammar of gay-Will Grayson. So, yes, Green and Levithan did make it work, but it was still pretty confusing when it came to other characters referring to Will Grayson.
Secondly, whilst gay-Will Grayson was full of character and had a narrative that allowed for realism, straight-Will Grayson was a shallow, two dimensional character that - even though a main character - came across as Tiny's manic pixie dream boy. I hate the manic pixie trope, but this one was even weirder. Not just that, but straight-Will Grayson remains the same as all of Green's other characters. Now I'm not complaining, it's just an observation.
In conclusion:
▫️ Confusing characters
▫️Nice idea
▫️ Ahem, the manic pixie trope 😒
Rating:
⭐️⭐️⭐️.5
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I have read other John Green books but not when he has written with another author, -after your review, I don't know if I will buy this book xx
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Laura Blossomofhope said I have read other John...
DeleteI wouldn't reccomend this as a John Green book either. I cannot say for Levithan as this is my first, but his writing certainly impressed!
I've been curious about this book, especially because I've yet to read a David Levithan book. Thanks for the review!
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Thoughts from Libraries said I've been curious about this...
DeleteIf you do decide to read any of his books, I hope you enjoy them! This was my first x
I couldn't agree more! I heard so many good things about this one, but it really dissapointed me.
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Lissanne said I couldn't agree more! I...
DeleteFor me it was only Green's writing that disappointed me! But yeah, it was no less disappointing :/
Sorry this one didn't work for you. I've been all over the place when it comes to Green's books so I may end up passing on this one. Great review though!
ReplyDeleteAngelErin said Sorry this one didn't work...
DeleteI too have been all over the place with Green's work, from Paper Towns being one of my favourite books to absolutely detesting Zombicorns, it has been a weird journey! I believe I only have 'the War on Banks Island' left (which I won't be rushing to any time soon) xx
Great review! I probably won't read this one. It's mean to say but I'm over John Green for the time being.
ReplyDeleteJess' Reading Nook said Great review! I probably won't...
DeleteI have found his books to be very hit-and-miss. I love John Green as a YouTuber and he is a good author, but sometimes it just doesn't float my boat.