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0ri's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
krystalthedealer's review against another edition
5.0
Very light, captivating read. I enjoyed almost every single aspect of this book. Every character seemed very realistic.
The only part I did not like was how much it reminded me of my high school relationships. Way too realistic in that department lol. Full Disclosure was such a unique ride. Will recommend!!!
The only part I did not like was how much it reminded me of my high school relationships. Way too realistic in that department lol. Full Disclosure was such a unique ride. Will recommend!!!
mizzlroy's review against another edition
3.0
3.5 stars. This book was interesting because I have never thought about what it must be like to be an HIV positive teenager. I learned a lot of information that I hadn’t previously known and Simone was a character that was easy to like and root four.
martinlibrarian's review against another edition
4.0
En fantastisk bok. Det är inte bara det att språket flödar fram som gör läsningen högst njutbar - faktum är att dialogen, trots att den är diger, är bland den bästa jag läst. Att författaren vill informera om hur det är att leva som HIV-positiv hade kunnat överlasta boken med en mindre känslig författare, men nu sker inte detta alls. I övrigt så har "Helt ärligt" så många andra faktorer som gör den så bra. Verkligt bra skrivna karaktärer, staden San Fransisco kommer fram bra, Simones föräldrar tillåts vara hela karaktärer med fel och brister, vilket också gäller resten av persongalleriet. De gör fel, de gör varandra till och med illa ibland. Men den här boken är ett mäktigt vittnesmål i att vi kan hitta tillbaka till varandra, att vi behöver varandra och det gör den allmänmänsklig på ett fint sätt.
dezlld's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
informative
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
This book was a really impactful and informative story about growing up an HIV positive teen, and the completely new social exclusions and stigmas that come with it. This was done incredibly in depth, the layers of knowledge a fantastic representation. I also loved the pacing of this story, and the complexity every character has.
linebacklund's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
informative
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25
hollowhallow13's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
ihateprozac's review against another edition
4.0
This book is so dang cute and I’m so glad it exists! Think Simon vs the Homosapiens Agenda, but with a HIV positive black female theatre geek who’s questioning her sexuality.
That’s a super reductive description though because Full Disclosure is way more than that. This book is sex positive, masturbation positive, and chock full of complex family and friend dynamics. Simone has two gay dads, but while HIV treatment has come light years since the AIDS Crisis, they’re fully on the abstinence train and making it difficult for her to navigate potential romantic relationships. (Turns out even queer parents can be super awkward and lame when it comes to “The Talk”!) And while Simone has queer friends, they have some biphobic misconceptions that make it difficult for her when she’s questioning her own sexuality.
While Simone having to disclose her HIV status is a central theme and source of conflict in this novel, I think Camryn Garrett approached it thoughtfully and tries not to actively harm the reader. The male love interest is so sweet and wonderful! It tends to be the adults with the worst takes here, and I loved seeing the teenagers taking a stance and educating their parents.
I also just really, really, really loved Simone. She’s a badass and her passion for theatre was so energising!
I can’t wait to see what Camryn Garrett writes next!
That’s a super reductive description though because Full Disclosure is way more than that. This book is sex positive, masturbation positive, and chock full of complex family and friend dynamics. Simone has two gay dads, but while HIV treatment has come light years since the AIDS Crisis, they’re fully on the abstinence train and making it difficult for her to navigate potential romantic relationships. (Turns out even queer parents can be super awkward and lame when it comes to “The Talk”!) And while Simone has queer friends, they have some biphobic misconceptions that make it difficult for her when she’s questioning her own sexuality.
While Simone having to disclose her HIV status is a central theme and source of conflict in this novel, I think Camryn Garrett approached it thoughtfully and tries not to actively harm the reader. The male love interest is so sweet and wonderful! It tends to be the adults with the worst takes here, and I loved seeing the teenagers taking a stance and educating their parents.
I also just really, really, really loved Simone. She’s a badass and her passion for theatre was so energising!
I can’t wait to see what Camryn Garrett writes next!