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A review by theengineerisreading
Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda by Becky Albertalli
5.0
I know right?! I’ve been three years late and you’re probably wondering where the hell on earth am I when this debut novel by Becky Albertalli get released, and I’m sorry. But now that I finally have the time to catch up with all the backlists I have in my TBR, let me say that this one is an early October favorite.
Well, aside from the fact that this book just got translated to a big screen adaptation this year, one of the factors that pushed me to finally flip the pages of this book is the upcoming Becky Albertalli and Adam Silvera’s book signing event this November. *fingers are crossed hoping that I can attend the event* So let’s move forward to the real thing here.
Technically, I just feel that Becky Albertalli is a gift to the LGBT+ community because the way she gives life to the characters is EXTRAORDINARY. I mean, I’ve already read What if it’s Us and this and now I am too excited to get a copy of both The Upside and Leah on the Offbeat. I think both Becky and Adam is now on my auto-buy author category.
Simon’s story is truly relatable in so many different levels for even a straight guy like me connects with him in a way that is truly inexplicable. I mean, I’ve already experienced being bullied which is synonymous to Simon being blackmailed by Martin; and being of a darker complexion in a society of judgmental people who thinks being fairer is equal to being greater, I somehow felt Simon’s self-consciousness about talking things out since both Simon and I don’t want to make things be such a big deal (though I’m 100% sure skin color is a big deal here in the Philippines anyway).
Moving on from that note, I think what made this book a great five-star read is the light tone and pace and vibe it me all throughout the reading process. I never felt bored reading any chapter in this book and I just love how realistic the scenes are, from family interactions and struggles to school dramas and friendship disputes, we’ve all experienced what Simon had somehow during one point in our life. And that’s it! I just love Blue’s revelation during the denouement for I really thought Martin’s brother is Blue. Anyways, I totally ship Spier and Bram. Love wins!
Best Quote:
“As a side note, don’t you think everyone should have to come out? Why is staright the default? Everyone should have to declare one way or another, and it should be this big awkward thing whether you’re straight, gay, bi, or whatever. I’m just saying.”
Well, aside from the fact that this book just got translated to a big screen adaptation this year, one of the factors that pushed me to finally flip the pages of this book is the upcoming Becky Albertalli and Adam Silvera’s book signing event this November. *fingers are crossed hoping that I can attend the event* So let’s move forward to the real thing here.
Technically, I just feel that Becky Albertalli is a gift to the LGBT+ community because the way she gives life to the characters is EXTRAORDINARY. I mean, I’ve already read What if it’s Us and this and now I am too excited to get a copy of both The Upside and Leah on the Offbeat. I think both Becky and Adam is now on my auto-buy author category.
Simon’s story is truly relatable in so many different levels for even a straight guy like me connects with him in a way that is truly inexplicable. I mean, I’ve already experienced being bullied which is synonymous to Simon being blackmailed by Martin; and being of a darker complexion in a society of judgmental people who thinks being fairer is equal to being greater, I somehow felt Simon’s self-consciousness about talking things out since both Simon and I don’t want to make things be such a big deal (though I’m 100% sure skin color is a big deal here in the Philippines anyway).
Moving on from that note, I think what made this book a great five-star read is the light tone and pace and vibe it me all throughout the reading process. I never felt bored reading any chapter in this book and I just love how realistic the scenes are, from family interactions and struggles to school dramas and friendship disputes, we’ve all experienced what Simon had somehow during one point in our life. And that’s it! I just love Blue’s revelation during the denouement for I really thought Martin’s brother is Blue. Anyways, I totally ship Spier and Bram. Love wins!
Best Quote:
“As a side note, don’t you think everyone should have to come out? Why is staright the default? Everyone should have to declare one way or another, and it should be this big awkward thing whether you’re straight, gay, bi, or whatever. I’m just saying.”