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A review by dearestdorian
Absolutely Positively Not by David LaRochelle
2.0
Absolutely, Positively Not reads more like Middle Grade than Young Adult. It was funny in places, and the protagonist was highly sympathetic. His mother's initial reaction to his coming out broke my heart a little. Way to invalidate your child, lady.
Overall, it was alright. I liked how there wasn't a love interest and it focused on Steven's development as a gay teen, before the question of dating and crushes ever came up. I liked his friend, Rachel, and how her actions are both good examples of what to do to be supportive, and what not to do.
The writing isn't that polished and it's not fantastic, but it has value in the story it tells. I feel like this would be a good read for any young teenager who is questioning their sexuality, because it's more of a lighthearted and simple look at the journey from the early stages of wondering through to realisation.
Overall, it was alright. I liked how there wasn't a love interest and it focused on Steven's development as a gay teen, before the question of dating and crushes ever came up. I liked his friend, Rachel, and how her actions are both good examples of what to do to be supportive, and what not to do.
The writing isn't that polished and it's not fantastic, but it has value in the story it tells. I feel like this would be a good read for any young teenager who is questioning their sexuality, because it's more of a lighthearted and simple look at the journey from the early stages of wondering through to realisation.