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abygaylemarie's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Fatphobia
Minor: Mental illness
eyescanbecruel's review
I hated the way it was written, from both authors, and both Wills were so ridiculously unlikable that I just didn't care about anything that was happening to them.
jenmangler's review
3.0
It wasn't until I got halfway through the book that I got into it because it took me that long to get a handle on each Will Grayson, thought I didn't particularly connect to either one. I'm a fan of both authors, but I'd rather read the books they write separately.
swaggynikki's review
LOL???? WHAT THE FUCK WAS THAT????
This book was John Green-y and David Levithan (from what I know)-y in a way that I really really enjoyed but in like, a nostalgic way. Like I don't think I would have liked it if it wasn't reminding me of books that I was reading in middle school. It reminds me a LOT of Going Bovine by Libba Bray (but more toned down) weirdly. Some weird 2010s attitudes about mental health snuck in there which was the biggest sticking point for me honestly. Like, this big idea of "depressed people are fundamentally psychologically distinct from other people and literally nothing about their environment or mental state or anything else in their life can change that except for medication" is semi-present throughout, which was a PAINFUL level of throwback because I remember how like groundbreakingly based that idea was to me when I was 14. One thing I really did like about this book is how it reads as pretty emotionally intelligent, if that make sense. Like, characters will be having issues, they'll realize what their sticking points are, and they'll talk to other characters and make progress without SUPER drawn-out denial or misunderstanding arcs, which I think happen in EVERY OTHER BOOK like this. There was legit emotional conflict, but it was resolved in ways that were not extremely painful to read for no reason, which made me wonder why everyone else does it for the sake of tension or drama or whatever. I really enjoyed the characters and I thought their internal lives were explored well. I preferred John Green Will Grayson to David Levithan Will Grayson but both parts were enjoyable and the concept was goofy and they pulled it off. Also, John Green's indie nerd guy thing is SO much more fun to read about when I know what he's talking about.
This book was John Green-y and David Levithan (from what I know)-y in a way that I really really enjoyed but in like, a nostalgic way. Like I don't think I would have liked it if it wasn't reminding me of books that I was reading in middle school. It reminds me a LOT of Going Bovine by Libba Bray (but more toned down) weirdly. Some weird 2010s attitudes about mental health snuck in there which was the biggest sticking point for me honestly. Like, this big idea of "depressed people are fundamentally psychologically distinct from other people and literally nothing about their environment or mental state or anything else in their life can change that except for medication" is semi-present throughout, which was a PAINFUL level of throwback because I remember how like groundbreakingly based that idea was to me when I was 14. One thing I really did like about this book is how it reads as pretty emotionally intelligent, if that make sense. Like, characters will be having issues, they'll realize what their sticking points are, and they'll talk to other characters and make progress without SUPER drawn-out denial or misunderstanding arcs, which I think happen in EVERY OTHER BOOK like this. There was legit emotional conflict, but it was resolved in ways that were not extremely painful to read for no reason, which made me wonder why everyone else does it for the sake of tension or drama or whatever. I really enjoyed the characters and I thought their internal lives were explored well. I preferred John Green Will Grayson to David Levithan Will Grayson but both parts were enjoyable and the concept was goofy and they pulled it off. Also, John Green's indie nerd guy thing is SO much more fun to read about when I know what he's talking about.
timlarsson's review against another edition
4.0
Started slow, and didn't enjoy it at first, but it picked up and became pretty funny after a while!
ellipsiscool's review
5.0
I listened to this book on audio and I am so glad I did. The book culminates in a musical and it wouldn't be the same if I couldn't hear the singing. Also it is voiced by two different actors, one for each Will Grayson.
Ultimately this book is about love. It's poignant, meaningful, and freaking hilarious.
Ultimately this book is about love. It's poignant, meaningful, and freaking hilarious.
kschukar's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
inspiring
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
joshreadz's review
4.0
This is a quick read with a fast-paced plot. This is also the first book I've read by either of the co-authors. I'm not generally a reader of young adult fiction, but the authors did a great job of creating a story and characters with universal appeal. The characters are relatable and, in some ways, helped me remember what life is like from a teen's perspective. I would recommend this book for teenagers (especially LGBTQ students) and adults (especially teachers). My only major criticism is that at the end of the story, the focus seems to drift away from the two presumed main characters, making it feel like the narrative arch is never completed satisfactorily.
floralrome's review
4.0
*3.5*
Overall this was a good read and easy to get through, but the ending wasn’t very satisfactory. It kinda felt like they didn’t finish the book. I wish there would have been more of a bang in the end.
Overall this was a good read and easy to get through, but the ending wasn’t very satisfactory. It kinda felt like they didn’t finish the book. I wish there would have been more of a bang in the end.
craftyfairy's review
emotional
funny
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
Off-puttingly fatphobic. This point of view was hard to move past.