The Homosapien Agenda by Becky Albertalli.. Simon Vs. I'm very satisfied with "Simon" and would recommend it to absolutely everyone in the world because y'all need this book in your life! Start by marking “Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda (Simonverse, #1)” as Want to Read: Error rating book. Simon's coming-out story might not break new ground, but it's sweet and romantic. Why is it bad that Blue's dad got him a book by Casanova? Simon vs The Homosapienâs Agenda is a LGBTQ novel written by Becky Albertalli. Read on to know more about my thoughts on Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda by Becky Albertalli, a book that I would sincerely recommend to all my readers. CLIMAX: 4/5 So glad that was fake. The Homo Sapiens Agenda Simon Spier is a 16 y/0 gay man and a junior in a high-school in Shady Creek, a suburb of Atlanta, Georgia. Despite the rather devastating premise, SIMON VS. By Sankalpita on February 10, 2019 in Book Reviews, Fiction, YA Books, PLOT: 3.5/5 The Homo Sapiens Agenda ★★★★★, so when does the sequel come out bc i feel like i need 300 more pages of this. CHARACTERS: 5/5 The Simon Vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda Community Note includes chapter-by-chapter summary and analysis, character list, theme list, historical context, author biography and quizzes written by community members like you. XD. The truth is â he isnât ready yet and he has no answer to the question if he will ever be? Well, the time was ripe and one fine day it dawned upon me to pick this book up which had been lying on my shelf for ages. my heart is so full. There is simply no way a reader can stay immune to the charms of Simon for he is certainly the best. I just finished Simon vs. Your email address will not be published. The Homo Sapiens Agenda by Becky Albertalli Publication Date: April 7th, 2015 Publisher: Balzer + Bray Genre: Social issues, dating, LGBTQI. Looking at all these parameters, it will be safe to say that the book can easily be picked up by beginner level readers who are looking for an easy and light entertainer. Just when Simon thought that high school couldnât get worse, a sneaky classmate called Martin uncovers his secret. "Blue" is also gay and also in the closet. It all boils down to the entertainment quotient This book has the power to get its reader hooked on right from the very beginning. by Balzer + Bray. Everyone should have to declare one way or another, and it shouldn't be this big awkward thing whether you're straight, gay, bi, or whatever. !! You were right. Synopsis: Simon is 16 and gay. As far as other characters are concerned, I like all of them. A former clinical psychologist who specialized in working with children and teens, Becky lives with her family in Atlanta. He's been emailing for a while with another gay teenager that goes to the same high school. All Simon knows about Blue is that he goes to ⦠I'm sorry, Mrs. Albertalli, ''Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda'', just wasn't for me. The Homo Sapiens Agenda Audio has received the award of the best young adult debut of the year. There is an air of pleasant anticipation throughout the book that is difficult to miss. [ there was an awful period of time when I thought he was Blue and I was so so done. Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda is extremely tuned into the technological landscape of the early-mid 2010s; Simon and his friends are constantly connected on social media networks such as Facebook and Tumblr, while email is treated as a somewhat dated mode of communication. See all 80 questions about Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda…, Best YA Fiction with GLBTQQI themes / characters, in case you wanted one, here is a catalogue of every time They interact within this story and it is valid. Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda follows sixteen-year-old and not-so-openly gay Simon Spier, who prefers to save his drama for the sch This review contains *spoilers* . Now Simon is actually being blackmailed: if he doesn’t play wingman for class clown Martin, his sexual identity will become everyone’s business. Unfortunately, the first book that I read by her wasnât Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda but her second novel, The Upside of Unrequited which, much to my chagrin, turned out to be a disappointing read. Donât Believe in God Till You Experience Him | Mukul Kumar | Book Review, Chaos Down Under | Nishant Kaushik | Book Review, The Longest Ride on the Kincham Express | Divya Johry | Book Review. You can visit her online at, “Why is straight the default? In addition to that, expect a simple but interesting story of first loves, childhood friendship and ever-changing group dynamics in an American high school. You are looking for an award-winning YA novel. Find books like Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda (Simonverse, #1) from the worldâs largest community of readers. The only I really just need to get this out in the open though, before the movie comes out because I know I’ll love the movie and I really don’t want it skewing my opinion of the book. So what is this?! And, Albertalli, I appreciate the many Harry Potter references. in honor of me seeing the movie early and then seeing it again on a cheesy movie date: Oh okay, you I-told-you-so people. The characters soon establish an easy camaraderie with the reader. Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda is a pitch-perfect triumph of wit and wordplay that feels timelessly, effortlessly now.â Now Simon is actually being blackmailed: if he doesnât play⦠I also liked that the story didn't just end right after the climax and how we got to see what happened past the big moment of the story. Worse, the privacy of Blue, the pen name of the boy he’s been emailing, will be compromised. I can clearly see why it's such an acclaimed novel for LGBT+ rep in the book community. It is written by Becky Albertalli who is a clinical psychologist. âSimon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agendaâ book review There is a lot going on in Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda. Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda is a 2015 young adult novel and the debut book by American author Becky Albertalli. Even though the server responded OK, it is possible the submission was not processed. Simon Spier, a sixteen-year-old gay is a high school student at Creekwood High. It has also received various nominations in Goodreads choice awards, Pennsylvania young readersâ choice award, and Lincoln awards as well. Sixteen-year-old and not-so-openly gay Simon Spier prefers to save his drama for the school musical. It is possibly the cutest romance I've ever read. But when an email falls into the wrong hands, his secret is at risk of being thrust into the spotlight. Now Simon is actually being blackmailed: if he doesn’t play wingman for class clown Martin, his sexual identity will become everyone’s business. Worse, the privacy of Blu. SIMON VS THE HOMO SAPIENS AGENDA: Author - Becky Albertalli Published - 2015 Pages - 303 This captivating, coming of age novel was enchanting and heartbreaking all at the same time. ENTERTAINMENT QUOTIENT: 4.5/5, âWhy is straight the default? You donât like simple reads with teenagers as the protagonist. 1.) They are in the same grade. Refresh and try again. Simon has started⦠The coming-of-age story focuses on its titular protagonist Simon Spier, a closeted gay high-school aged boy who is forced to come out after a blackmailer discovers Simon's e-mails written to another closeted classmate with whom he has fallen in love. 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. It was exactly as everyone described it; Cute, Fluffy, Healthy, a fast read, an *important* read, etc. i wrote about why this book's movie adaptation is better (plz don't revoke my bookworm status). He is honest, sincere, affectionate and just adorable. Simon vs. Simon VS The Homosapien Agenda review I read Simon VS The HomoSapien Agenda, by Becky Albertalli. A flowy writing style, some of the most awesome characters, a simple language, a mildly intriguing puzzle, and some epic point of views make this book a compelling read. Please contact the developer of this form processor to improve this message. Simon Spier is the most unassuming and unpretentious character that I have come across in a really long time. Mother to Ahaana, Argo and Haachi. I can count on my hands how many mixed-race Jews that I know, and I've been a member of many Synagogues in my time. Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda (Simonverse, #1), Why is reading this book somehow the most, I mean- I’m straight but this book seems so cute, and I just- I need it! Enchanting because of the wonderful love story shared between "Blue" and "Jaques" (aka. To see what your friends thought of this book, I think it's probably because Casanova has a reputation of being a womanizer of sorts and that's kind of ironic considering what Blue's sexual orienta. Sorry for the absence, I know it's been a while. The Homosapiens Agenda by Becky Albertalli. . LitCharts Teacher Editions. But he isn't out yet, because he saved it for a special moment. I had settled in bed early ⦠But Martin,⦠I loved this book and I want to ramble on about it to you all! Simon is emailing a boy named Blue, who he may be falling in love with. Simon Vs. I am going to read Leah on the Offbeat next, since itâs placed in the same ~Universe~ as this book (Simon VS The Homosapien Agenda). You want to read a really awesome LGBTQ read. The Homo Sapiens Agenda Audiobook â Review And Details: Simon vs. Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda, however, is a different story altogether. Detailed explanations, analysis, and citation info for every important quote ⦠Sixteen-year-old and not-so-openly gay Simon Spier prefers to save his drama for the school musical. What is worse is that Martin also knows about Blue, a guy that Simon has been secretly emailing and is now slowly and steadily falling in love with. Original Review (December 2013): If Becky wasn't a gay teenage boy with good grammar and a foul mouth in several past lives, then she's absolutely one of the most observant writers in the YA game. Everyone should have to declare one way or another, and it shouldnât be this big awkward thing whether youâre straight, gay, bi, or whatever. This review and more can be found on my blog. Wanderlust. Simon vs. Hey! Bitter because it tells you that the book is about to end and sweet because, well, it is a good climax which gives a befitting end to the story of Simon. Welcome back. And by finished, I mean devoured. [I found it really interesting that the author made a character who was both 1/2 Jewish and non-white. The Homosapien Agenda is a young teen novel that follows the stressful life of seventeen year old Simon Spier. Commercials for the new Love, Simon movie have been making their way through the internet and onto the television screens of families across America. Simon vs The Homosapiens Agenda by Becky Albertalli : A book review! But Abraham Greenfeld.... yeah, that name says "home" to me ;). I enjoyed that the author went there, though I wouldn't have suspected a non-white Jew either. Whether it’s magic schools, dystopias, paranormal love stories, or contemporary explorations of important real-life issues, young adult books... Sixteen-year-old and not-so-openly gay Simon Spier prefers to save his drama for the school musical. Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda: Another edition to my LGBT reading list. The narration is fast paced, suspense laced and flowy. Been a while since i last finished a book. Also, I liked he sent the apology and I liked it was left ambiguous on if Simon would do anything about it, [ How he and Simon met up at the end was so cute, I loved the way he talked to him and how they were just really sweet together and I liked that he was really understanding tbh? Pages: 303 Publisher: Blazer & Bray Published: April 7, 2015 Synopsis:Sixteen-year-old and not-so-openly gay Simon Spier prefers to save his drama f or the school musical. You are looking for a book-to-movie adaptation read. This Review also contains spoilers, but they donât start until after the stars at the very end. 10/10. What some people donât know is that before it became a movie, it was a book with a different name, Simon Vs. I'm so happy I finally had the motivation to read it. Categories: Book Reviews, Fiction, YA Books Tags: Becky Albertalli, Book Review, Simon Vs the Homo Sapiens Agenda. It is an unskippable read if you ask me! this book is the equivalent of getting a hug from someone you deeply care about - warm, comforting, strong, and loving. Learn More{{/message}}, Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda | Becky Albertalli | Book Review. You are about to fall in love with love and meet your new favorite YA character of all time! Her portrayal of Simonâs struggles with coming out is just amazing. Simon vs. follows Simon, a closeted gay teen who has regular email conversations with an anonymous person called Blue. Bookworm. Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda by Becky Albertalli: My Thoughts. The struggles of coming out that he faces are legit and the book is very articulate in expressing the dilemmas of his mind. Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda: Review & Refresher! I'm coming at you today with a review of Simon vs the Homosapien's Agenda by Becky Albertalli. But when an email falls into the wrong hands, his secret is at risk of being thrust into the spotlight. When you pick up Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda, expect a simple yet captivating young adult read about a sixteen-year-old coming-of-age gay from Georgia, America who is yet to come out to his friends and family. Required fields are marked *, {{#message}}{{{message}}}{{/message}}{{^message}}Your submission failed. There is Blue who is the mysterious yet friendly stranger whom Simon canât help falling in love with. Bram Greenfeld and Simon Spier), and heartbreaking because of that⦠It's an affirmation too long coming. And now, Simon doesnât have much time to leave things to chance and must decide sooner or later. Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda by Becky Albertalli – 4 Stars, The 100 Most Popular Young Adult Books on Goodreads. This novel is ultimately about two people who fall in love and, through this process, the main character comes into acceptance with his identity. I absolutely loved this book!!! There shouldn't even be a default.”, National Book Award Nominee for Young People's Literature (2015), Pennsylvania Young Readers' Choice Award Nominee for Young Adults (2017), Deutscher Jugendliteraturpreis for Preis der Jugendjury (2017), Goodreads Choice Award Nominee for Debut Goodreads Author, and for Young Adult Fiction (2015). If thereâs one book that I should have read a really long time ago but didnât, that has to be Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda. Iâm just saying.â ~ Becky Albertalli, Simon Vs the Homo Sapiens Agenda. This book was literally all over the internet these past years and I being an active manifestation of the statement âThere is no such thing as too many books!â did my part by dutifully ordering a copy of it. Sure, I appreciated the simplicity of the prose, the characters and even felt a little rush when Simon and Blue were corresponding ,not to mention understood Simon's frustration, but overall, this novel felt too static and long. Simon vs. the homosapien agenda is the most well thought out, heart felt and captivating book i have ever read; the relationship between Simon and Blue is truly mesmerizing. She is also the co-author of What If It's Us with Adam Silvera. Iâll be honest: there is a lot of hype around this book Simon VS The Homosapien Agenda, and it lives up to it. This is a YA contemporary about a high school student called Simon Spier who is talking to a mysterious boy called Blue through e-mail. Written in 2015 by Becky Albertalli, Simon Vs. Loved. Review of Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda. The climax of Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda is bitter sweet. He's in the closet. Your email address will not be published. Iâm going to be using the R word a lot in this review, ⦠The climax of Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda is bitter sweet. The Homo Sapiens Agenda is full of positive, wholesome depictions of men-loving-men - whether they are falling in love, spending time with their families or obsessing about sweets. I think it's probably because Casanova has a reputation of being a womanizer of sorts and that's kind of ironic considering what Blue's sexual orientation is. Readers will fall madly in love with Simon.â - Publishers Weekly (starred review) âAre we absolutely certain that Becky Albertalli didnât just steal the diary of a hilariously observant teenage boy? But when an email falls into the wrong hands, his secret is at risk of being thrust into⦠Let us know what’s wrong with this preview of, Published Simon Vs The Homosapien Agenda by Becky Albertalli Series: Simonverse Release Date: April 7, 2015 Page Count: 303 pages Rating: âââââ Synopsis Sixteen-year-old and not-so-openly gay Simon Spier prefers to save his drama for the school musical. THE HOMO SAPIENS AGENDA ... Simon has been corresponding with its author, an anonymous gay classmate who calls himself Blue. They 100% loved each other for what's inside and that made it all the more beautiful. Simon is an average teenager with a normal group of friends and fairly good grades. But when an email falls into the wrong hands, his secret is at risk of being thrust into the spotlight. Bitter because it tells you that the book is about to end and sweet because, well, it is a good climax which gives a befitting end to the story of Simon. Buy your copy of Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda using the link below. All of the things. book review: simon vs the homosapien agenda by becky albertalli posted by thatbooknerdyouknow on 29 jun 2018 edit title: simon vs the homosapien agenda author: becky albertalli pages: 300 pages publisher: penguin isbn: 978-0141356099 genre: children and ya books if i could review it in a single line: a must read the blurb: April 7th 2015 Is the book amazing? I've read the arguments that this novel is more written for straight readers than LGBT ones and perhaps that's true. I'm going to let things simmer and I'll get back to you on that, but OH YES THIS THIS THIS! Simon is a hilarious character and I loved reading through his perspective. Learn More{{/message}}, {{#message}}{{{message}}}{{/message}}{{^message}}It appears your submission was successful. Canât wait to read it? WRITING STYLE: 4.5/5 The server responded with {{status_text}} (code {{status_code}}). Just a moment while we sign you in to your Goodreads account. This book has the power to get its reader hooked on right from the very beginning. Please contact the developer of this form processor to improve this message. YouTuber. There is a kind of empathy and awesomeness in her writing that is difficult to miss. Simon vs. the Homo sapiens Agenda is a young adult fiction novel. Here's the question. Simon vs The Homo Sapiens Agenda is a really fun novel to read, but it's not the easiest novel for me to review as a straight reader. The story revolves around the main protagonist Simon Spier â a sixteen year old boy â who is trying to work out who he is and discovering his sexuality. Simon vs. The book is written in an easy to understand language. Simon vs. the homosapiens agenda by Becki Albertalli, 2015, Balzer + Bray, Hardcover, 303 pages !! Martin needs Simon to do him a favour and if Simon fails, Martin is hoping to go public with Simonâs secret. Her grip of family and group dynamics is also worth appreciating as Becky does a wonderful job of capturing the unique relationship that Simon shares with his friends and family.Â. We’d love your help. And I think it is mostly because Simon and Blue feel in love with each other without knowing what the other looked like. That is actually pretty rare, though there are a number of mixed-race Jews, but it is by far a minority. Really, I have no way of judging it. We canât wait for you read the first seven chapters of SIMON VS THE HOMO SAPIENS AGENDA by Becky Albertalli, this is just a taste of whatâs to come when the book goes on sale April 7th!It is an incredibly heartwarming and bright book that will soon become one of your â¦
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