About This Book
A parent would reach for this book when their teenager is navigating the loss of a peer or family member, or when they want to introduce the history of the HIV/AIDS epidemic through a lens of profound empathy and friendship. This graphic memoir follows the real life bond between Judd Winick and Pedro Zamora, who met while filming MTV's The Real World. It moves beyond the headlines to show the day to day reality of living with a chronic illness and the power of becoming an ally. While the book deals with the heavy subject of terminal illness, it is grounded in humor, creative passion, and the resilience of young adulthood. It is an excellent choice for mature middle schoolers and high schoolers who prefer visual storytelling. By reading this, a young person gains a roadmap for how to show up for a friend in their darkest moments, making it a beautiful tool for developing emotional intelligence and social justice awareness.
