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A review by literarypenguin
Jay's Gay Agenda by Jason June
emotional
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Jay Collier decides it is time to stop hiding and come out. After a supportive coming out journey, Jay soon realizes that he is the only LGBTQ kid in his small hometown. Thinking that he will never truly be himself, Jay's parents surprise him and tell him they are moving to Seattle. Jay is thrilled with this news and finds himself surrounded by people just like him. As he tries to navigate his new life, Jay might learn what it really means to be true to yourself.
First thing I have to say is I love the positive talk about sex in this book. Jason June handles talk about sex in a way people can understand but to let people know that it is nothing to be ashamed of or to hide away and never bring up again. I love the positive spotlight shown on the LGBTQ community and how all types of people are welcomed and accepted.
I liked Jay as a character, his list making skills, his love for his family and friends and his love for himself and who he is. That being said though he isn't without his faults as some situations that take place he doesn't handle too well. He does right his wrongs in the end and proves that everybody makes mistakes but the way you handle them is what shows people what kind of person you are.
I am trying very hard to not spoiling anything as I think you should give this a try for yourselves but one thing I can say is the serious topics this book explores are handled with respect and written very well. The topic of stereotypes and how harmful and hurtful they can be, how it's important to be yourself and live your truth, and how sometimes things that seem important in the moment aren't really in the grand scheme of things.
The romance was very adorable and cute with relatively low drama. Albert was a adorable love interest and super patient and understanding with Jay. I loved seeing their relationship blossom into something really beautiful.
Even different types of love and relationships are brought up and explored very well. Friendships are just as important or even more important then relationships. How you shouldn't forget them no matter what happens and you shouldn't shut them out to spare them pain. Having people to talk to in a moment of pain is better then dealing with it alone.
What this book has taught me is that you should never forget where you come from or who you have in your life. That friends can be family and family loves you no matter what you do or mistakes you make. I hope for a sequel to this, cause I would love to read more about Jay and his found family and what life has in store for them next.
First thing I have to say is I love the positive talk about sex in this book. Jason June handles talk about sex in a way people can understand but to let people know that it is nothing to be ashamed of or to hide away and never bring up again. I love the positive spotlight shown on the LGBTQ community and how all types of people are welcomed and accepted.
I liked Jay as a character, his list making skills, his love for his family and friends and his love for himself and who he is. That being said though he isn't without his faults as some situations that take place he doesn't handle too well. He does right his wrongs in the end and proves that everybody makes mistakes but the way you handle them is what shows people what kind of person you are.
I am trying very hard to not spoiling anything as I think you should give this a try for yourselves but one thing I can say is the serious topics this book explores are handled with respect and written very well. The topic of stereotypes and how harmful and hurtful they can be, how it's important to be yourself and live your truth, and how sometimes things that seem important in the moment aren't really in the grand scheme of things.
The romance was very adorable and cute with relatively low drama. Albert was a adorable love interest and super patient and understanding with Jay. I loved seeing their relationship blossom into something really beautiful.
Even different types of love and relationships are brought up and explored very well. Friendships are just as important or even more important then relationships. How you shouldn't forget them no matter what happens and you shouldn't shut them out to spare them pain. Having people to talk to in a moment of pain is better then dealing with it alone.
What this book has taught me is that you should never forget where you come from or who you have in your life. That friends can be family and family loves you no matter what you do or mistakes you make. I hope for a sequel to this, cause I would love to read more about Jay and his found family and what life has in store for them next.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Infidelity
Moderate: Vomit
Minor: Homophobia