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    Will Grayson, Will Grayson

    Written by David Levithan and John Green

    Narrated by Nick Podehl and MacLeod Andrews

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    It's not that far from Evanston to Naperville, but Chicago suburbanites Will Grayson and Will Grayson might as well live on different planets. When fate delivers them both to the same surprising crossroads, the Will Graysons find their lives overlapping and hurtling in new and unexpected directions. With a push from friends new and old - including the massive, and massively fabulous, Tiny Cooper, offensive lineman and musical theater auteur extraordinaire - Will and Will begin building toward respective romantic turns-of-heart and the epic production of history's most awesome high school musical.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherBrilliance Audio
    Release dateApr 6, 2010
    ISBN9781441842633
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    Will Grayson, Will Grayson
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    David Levithan

    David Levithan was not born in France, Milwaukee or Olympia, Washington. He did not go to Eton, Harvard Law School or Oxford University. He is not the author of War and Peace, Hollywood Wives: The New Generation or The Baby-sitters Club #8: Boy-crazy Stacey. He has not won the Newbery Medal, the Pulitzer Prize, the Bausch & Lomb Science Award or the race for eleventh-grade vice president. He currently does not live in Manhatten.

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    • 4/5
      I have read 4 other books by this author and really enjoyed all of them. This book was good but didn't ensnare me like the others. The story really came together at the end of the book around the Tiny character and was uplifting. I am amazed at the authors ability to capture the teenage mental anguish, self centeredness and interpersonal communication difficulties.
    • 1/5
      I know it's just me. Everyone loved this when it first came out but I didn't feel like reading it because I wasn't too big a fan of either John Green or David Levithan at that point. Plus I had a thing against books with more than one author.... welp here we are a few years later and I've gotten past those prejudices and it still left me less than impressed. Yes it was that bad, only for me though.Will Grayson #1 (as in the first one that shows up) is a kid that just wants to be invisible. He's there but not really there especially standing next to his friend Tiny Cooper the fat gay kid that is literally the definition of loving oneself. Because of Tiny's failed attempts at love it just reaffirms Will's own feelings about romantical trysts, why bother trying when it's just going to end anyway?Will Grayson #2 is a depressed teenager. There's really no nicer way to describe him. All his friends are fake, his mom doesn't care (or at least that what he feels), life is just too hard for him to handle. But the one ray of sunshine in his life are the messages he shares with a boy from Chicago named Isaac. At first, I thought that Will #1 was going to fall in love with Will #2 but boy was I wrong. As much as I enjoyed the parts from WIll #1 by the time I reached the end I noticed I was just rushing to get the book out of the way. There was some humor but the poor attempts from the side of Will #2 just left a sour taste in my mouth. I don't usually like John Green's stories but his characters always get to me. He always has that one character that I end up liking despite myself and that for me was Tiny Cooper though I'm so sure it was actually him who came up with the character because I remember Levithan wrote a companion book all about TC? I don't know either way I regret just not leaving this in my past and tossing it out of my tbr pile because it was just not that great not even ok :/
    • 4/5
      I felt like this book shuld have been called Tiny Cooper, as he for me took the spotlight on both Will Grayson's storylines.I was disappointed that other then randomly meeting, the two Wills never truly interacted or really had any impact on each other whatsoever. it felt like a let down, as the book is called "Will Grayson, Will Grayson," after all. Everything revolved and culminated over the character Tiny. I thought the writing was good, as I do with all of Levithan's works. I have never read John Green, so didn't know what to expect with his writing but felt good about it. I could definitely tell the difference between the two authors but actually really liked that since they were each writing a different Will. I think it helped add a clear sense of their characters doing it that way.Overall it was just an alright read for me.
    • 3/5
      Hard to rate! 3 stars for John Green's Will Grayson, 4 for David Levithan's, and 5 for Tiny Cooper! In the end it levels out at about 3.5 though, because both the Will Graysons were oh so self-absorbed, and Tiny, although sparkly and fabulous, was unfortunately doomed to stay a flat character (and to get the short end of the stick. Boo!) and serve his purpose of helping the Will Graysons to develop.

      John Green's Will was a little bland and uninspired, and I thought his quirks felt forced. His romantic entanglements left me cold, and I didn't get why his love interest would put up with him and his indecision. She also felt quite underdeveloped, and everything she did, her personality and interests, were only shown in relation to Will Grayson. I thought the shirt she wore at the end said it all.

      David Levithan's Will Grayson, now, he's brilliantly written in his teenage ennui - seriously, I can't remember ever reading a teenage character that sounds so real. That meant I disliked him for the first couple of chapters; it also meant that my strong reaction to him led to a strong connection with him - so his heartbreak became my heartbreak when the whole Isaac thing blew up . I still couldn't quite understand his treatment of Tiny, and I felt in the end he was being more superficial than he liked to admit.

      And Tiny, oh Tiny. I wish he'd had the chance to grow too, even if he already was larger than life - but in the end all he was allowed to be was a link between the two Wills and a catalyst for their growth, and I was dissatisfied with that. Hope he hits it off with the Gay God though. Go Tiny!

      I hadn't read anything by either author before, and I don't think I'll go John Green anytime soon, but I might try David Levithan. I'm a little scared though, because I have a feeling he's able to completely gut you with that writing.
    • 4/5
      Page turner!
    • 4/5
      <3 This had lots of the magic of Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist. Wonderful characters I will remember. Much fabulousness (yes, you, Tiny).
    • 5/5
      Centred on larger than life Tiny Cooper, supported by two Will Graysons, this is a real feel good novel. Tiny, Will's best friend since fifth grade, 6'6" tall and with an offensive footballer's weight to more than match, is big, gay, proud and loud; by contrast Will is of normal size and would prefer to sink into the background; and the same could be said for the other Will Grayson who enters the story, the only difference is that Will number two is also gay, if not out. The Will's are rather grey characters - that is not meant to be derogatory - but I feel that are intentionally less colourful and more introspective to contrast with Tiny's overpowering presence.The story, told in turns by Will and Will, follows events leading up to Tiny's school stage musical production, and involves his many love affairs, most of which are of very short duration, and his search for love and truth. In fact the novel is all very much about love and truth. Will Grayson X 2 is a really entertaining read, frequently very funny, yet sometimes thought provoking; it steadily builds to what we are sure must be a grand finale, and we will not disappointed, but that is not to say that we will not be surprised - and for that we have to wait to the very end.
    • 3/5
      Well, I guess John Green needs David Levithan (or similar to D.L. well-writing author) to reduce the "stupidity" of his books.
      This book was really cool, I mean - I am not sure if it was exactly cool, and it definitely wasn't cool cuz of the gay part, but it made me think about sadness and loneliness, and the choices we made every day, the way we choose to live our lives, etc. curious/useful topics. I saved lots of quotes, it made me feel sad and happy at some parts and I don't think to sell it (change it for another), so yeah, I guess I may say I liked it.
      3,5/5 stars - enjoy the reading :)
    • 2/5
      i'm sorry to say this but i found it boring. it just wasn't interesting.
    • 5/5
      I have been waiting for this book for so long. I pre-ordered it from Amazon months before it came out, and to my surprise it arrived the very day that it came out. I also finished it that day, within the span of a few hours. I cannot begin to explain how much this book blew me away. I was expecting awesome, because it's John Green, and he can do no less than amazing. However, it completely took me by surprise. I loved both Will Graysons in turn - both number 1 and number 2. I loved their relationship troubles, and how their paths eventually have to cross. I found them both equally relatable, which is very important. I felt my heart break for Will Grayson #2 at times, sometimes crying - although not enough to cause me to put the book down. That simply wasn't an option.As usual, John Green created a very dynamic character, with flaws that are easy to relate to. I also loved the girl in this story, Jane - I love that Green always creates very strong female roles. The book was not bereft of his usual humor, and of course, he had to have his signature phrase, "asshat" in there somewhere. I was very pleased when I read that paragraph.I wasn't very fond of the character Tiny Cooper, for some reason, although I really did love how he influenced the story. Overall, this book was incredible, and is probably my favorite of all the things that Green has done. I cannot say the same for David Levithan, simply because I have not read anything else of his (but I plan on it!). They both did a remarkable job. Also, congratulations to Will Grayson, Will Grayson for appearing at #3 on the NYT Bestsellers list! It deserves it, by far. Also, if I'm not mistaken, it is the first book featuring homosexual characters to make the list. Well done!
    • 5/5
      Absolutely wonderful novel of two Will Graysons and the Tiny Cooper who changed their lives! I wanted to sing after I finished this book!

      (I thought long and hard about adding an lgbt tag to this book, but I wanted to make it findable.)
    • 5/5
      5Q 4P (my codes) 4Q 4P (actual VOYA codes)I mostly agree with the VOYA rating, though I do think the writing is flawless and hilarious and bitingly accurate in its portrayal of love and loss, longing both for love and acceptance and recognition in the primordial soup of high school. I do think this book has wide appeal, especially in its thoughtful portrayal of both straight and gay relationships, their commonalities and pitfalls. I laughed out loud, shed a few tears, and rooted for Tiny and his crazy musical the whole way!Also, this is a great example of how sexual encounters among teens can be modeled and nurtured in a healthy, positive way.
    • 4/5
      This book is narrated by two teenage boys who are both named Will Grayson. One night they meet up in Chicago and the book centres around the effect that this has on their lives. They have their larger than life gay friend Tiny Cooper in common and become involved in the musical that Tiny has written about his life and is staging. An interesting read that I wasn't sure of at the start but really liked by the end.
    • 4/5
      A rather enjoyable book. The story of two Will Graysons who happen to meet one night. This is really a book you read for the characters. What little there is of the plot is kind of ridiculous and overblown, but the characters are amazing, complex and real. They both start of rather flat, but they draw depth all the time, as both of them come into themselves through the novel. Come to realise who they are and who other people are to them, what's important to them.
    • 4/5
      Will Grayson/Will Grayson is a young adult novel written by John Green and David Leviathan. They write alternating chapters, splitting the narrative between two main characters, both are high school students named Will Grayson, but as different as night and day. Even the narrative style between the two authors is extremely different, which reinforces the differences between the two stories. When the characters start to overlap, the plot and characters begin to mesh, but the distinct writing voices continue to give the reader a look into two very distinct points of view. Will Grayson #1 is a very average high school student, just trying to keep his head down and not stand out. But his best friend definitely stands out - Tiny Cooper is a huge football player who is also gay and proud, and writing a musical about it! Tiny often puts Grayson in uncomfortable situations, with Grayson insisting he'd rather just be left alone. Then Tiny tries to set Grayson up with Jane, a girl who is obsessed with music. Grayson likes her, but isn't sure if he wants to date her - afraid that he will only mess things up.Will Grayson #2 suffers from depression. He has a wounded, sarcastic and nihilistic outlook on life. He hangs out with a goth-chick named Maura, but he doesn't really want to be friends with her - or anyone. His only refuge from the doom and gloom that hangs over him is Isaac - a boy he met online and has never actually met in person, but has fallen completely in love with. These simple summaries definitely don't do the plot justice. The characterizations are spot-on, with both authors capturing the blunt sarcasm, confusion and obsessions of their teenage characters. Both Will Graysons need to start coming out of their shells - and they do so over the course of the story. Towards the end, the plot transforms from being the story of finding yourself, to being a story of learning to look beyond yourself and celebrating your friendships. It's quite beautiful and well done.
    • 4/5
      How many people are named Will Grayson? Will and Tiny have been friends since they were small. On a trip to Chicago, Will meets another Will Grayson, who Tiny starts dating. Tiny is also producing a school musical based on him and Will the first growing up together.
    • 4/5
      This book was great to me, and I'm old. I think a younger audience would love it more. It deals with so many issues that mean so much at the high school age. I like how everything doesn't tie up perfectly the way a romance book would, but instead, it's more true to life and ends in greater purpose way.
    • 5/5
      Another winner from YA author John Green. Two teens meet by accident who happen to have the same name. Their lives could not have been more different, but the intersection of their lives helps to make a school musical more than successful! Very entertaining and very uplifting!
    • 4/5
      I want Tiny Cooper as a best friend now :)
    • 2/5
      Honestly it was a nice story, but I felt like it ended aruptly
    • 3/5
      I like these two authors less together than either on his own. :)
    • 5/5
      The two different writing styles threw me at first. But after reading a few chapters I got used to it. It was a nice change. It added a little something extra to the reading experience.

      I love the idea of two characters meeting in the middle. It shows how small the world can really be. Every where you go, you have the opportunity to meet someone that will forever change your life.

      I have passed this book on to so many people, everyone should read a John Green book. They are fantastic, and this one is no exception.
    • 5/5
      So, I was a lazy-ass reader and didn't realize that there were two narratives until the two Will Graysons met. Then I was too lazy to go back and reread the first part with my new understanding.

      Really wonderful story about friendship and love and the gray areas between the two, handled deftly by two of YA's greatest contributors.
    • 5/5
      As many of you know that I am not a realistic fiction reader; however, when I do select a realistic fiction YA book, they tend to be pretty good. My first example would be Openly Straight, that was not only a good twist on a coming of age-book for young LGBT queue kids but it also had a good story and good lesson. Take that description and multiply it by 100,000 and you have Will Grayson Will Grayson. I never thought a book could have characters that I know in real life and provide a heartfelt lesson , that too evolves as the book and the reader progresses. This was one of the must reads for me and I’m glad that I got through to the end. You won’t be sorry
    • 5/5
      I love you Tiny Cooper........... and all the Will Grayson's! more to come
    • 4/5
      This book is really good. It manages to be real and fantastic and appealing, and says meaningful things about friendship and love. There are a few fat sentiments that bother me, but Tiny is the most wonderful character in the book and by far outshines the couple of poor things that the narrators (authors?) say about him. Recommendable and recommended. Oh, and I <3 Tiny Cooper.
    • 4/5
      Will Grayson is a teenager who follows two simple rules: 1. Don’t care too much. 2. Shut up. He’s straight but his best friend Tiny Cooper is gay. Very gay. And very big. Lately, Will has started to feel like their relationship has become one-sided. Tiny has always been self-absorbed but he becomes even more so after the school gives him permission to produce and perform his play, Hold Me Closer, which is basically his life story.A few hours away lives a depressed, closeted teenage boy also named Will Grayson. The only bright spot in his life is his online boyfriend Isaac, who he hopes to one day meet in person. In the meantime, his only friend is a gloomy girl named Maura who is so needy that sometimes he can barely stand her.This book alternates between the two Wills every other chapter. John Green wrote straight Will’s chapters. He wrote his Will in the traditional style of proper capitalization and sentence structure. David Levithan wrote gay Will’s chapters with all lowercase letters with the dialogue written similar to texts. This method served his Will’s personality well.In the authors’ interview in the back of the book, David said that he wanted to make his Will a character who is in the middle of things in his life. He’s gay and he’s fine with it. He’s closeted but only because he doesn’t like talking to people or drawing attention to himself. He has depression but he’s on medication and is okay. This is not a story about a teen struggling with depression or being gay. As David says this is a book about what happens next, when you have to live the rest of your life.As usual, John Green does a great job of inhabiting the mind of a teenager. David Levithan is new to me and I was impressed with him as well. I’d like to read more of his books. My favorite line from his Will is, “when i look at the guys and girls at the other tables, i wonder what they could possibly have to say to each other. they’re all so boring and they’re all trying to make up for it by talking louder.” I substitute teach in high schools and I can say that I totally get what he means. They talk so loud!Will Grayson, Will Grayson is a unique collaboration that worked really well. I think teen readers will find both Wills relatable in some way and will be comforted. I recommend this book to both teen boys and girls, LBGT or straight.
    • 2/5
      Two very different boys, both named Will Grayson, are telling their separate life stories. Then, completely by chance, they meet and become tangled with the same people. Their relationships are all affected and the whole thing inspires a high school musical, which sounds so funny and, yes, fabulous, that I wish I could hear it. The ending wasn't what I was expecting, even though now I'm not really sure what I was expecting. It just didn't sit right with me, and kind of left the whole book lacking as I looked back, despite my enjoying it as I read it.
    • 4/5
      I really enjoyed this book. I listened to the audio, which I wish it had a disclaimer at the beginning to tell the reader the chapters go back and forth between the two Will Graysons. I didn't know that until I read some of the reviews on here. I was getting totally confused after the second CD so it would have been a big help. I loved Tiny Cooper. I even really enjoyed the Tiny Cooper play, I thought it tied everything together and explained who Tiny Cooper is. This book could be a love/hate with the reader. I was on the love side.
    • 4/5
      Interesting book about 2 boys with the same name who meet. Both have relationships with the same friend: one is his best friend, the other as a boyfriend. There are several different story lines to the book but the overall subject is friendship. I didn't think I would like this book but was pleasantly surprised that I did. For upper teens only since the story revolves around a gay boy.