A review by 5wamp_creature
Plays Well with Others by Allan Gurganus
4.0
Is this semi-autobiographical? Seems so. Nevertheless, outstanding book.
I was pulled deep into the story of NYC in the erupting era of AIDS. I also like the slice of life of single adults. Gurganus doesn't pull any punches on either side of gay culture: He points out widespread homophobia in the media as well as describing the sexually loose lifestyle that predominated then.
Anyway, it's really well written. The characters are likable and believable.
I noticed that the object of the story, Robert, had very little dialogue. He exists largely in the idyllic world his friends create for him. I suspect there is tons of symbolism in here I'm missing, as well.
If you care to catch me up, drop a line.
Highly recommended!
I was pulled deep into the story of NYC in the erupting era of AIDS. I also like the slice of life of single adults. Gurganus doesn't pull any punches on either side of gay culture: He points out widespread homophobia in the media as well as describing the sexually loose lifestyle that predominated then.
Anyway, it's really well written. The characters are likable and believable.
I noticed that the object of the story, Robert, had very little dialogue. He exists largely in the idyllic world his friends create for him. I suspect there is tons of symbolism in here I'm missing, as well.
If you care to catch me up, drop a line.
Highly recommended!