I absolutely adored this!!!

It was truly an amazing experience that left me with a sense of joy and fulfillment.

Every moment of it was precious and memorable.

The details, the emotions, and the overall atmosphere combined to create something truly special.

I couldn't help but be completely immersed in it, and I found myself constantly smiling and feeling a warmth in my heart.

This is something that I will cherish for a long time to come, and I look forward to having more experiences like it in the future.

It has truly made a lasting impression on me, and I will always remember how much I loved it.

As a Christian, this was an interesting read for me. In the past year, two of my friends whom I grew up with in church have come out as gay, making this topic very close to my heart. I didn't concur with everything presented in this book. If you're not a Christian, I wouldn't recommend it. The harsh stance that Christians sometimes have towards gay people, both in this book and in real life, is unjust. However, having grown up in a rather fundamentalist environment, I'm accustomed to hearing such views. It could potentially be anger-inducing if you're not a churchgoer, and I completely understand that. Additionally, the writing wasn't the best either. It seemed to drop off at the end without being resolved, which I really dislike. Nevertheless, I did enjoy certain aspects of it and felt that it was worth reading at least once. Overall, I rate it 3 out of 5 stars.

I'm not entirely certain if it's only me who feels this way, but it seems that some of the story-telling has taken a downward turn.

Specifically, this particular book in the TrueColors series gave the impression of being more of a political shouting match rather than a Christian book.

It appeared that the author was more focused on making political statements and pushing a particular agenda, rather than presenting a story that was centered around Christian values and teachings.

This was quite disappointing, as I had expected a book that would offer inspiration and guidance from a Christian perspective.

However, it seems that the focus on politics detracted from the overall message and made it difficult to engage with the story on a deeper level.

I hope that future books in this series will return to the roots of Christian story-telling and offer readers a more meaningful and impactful experience.

Attention Melody Carlson & all Christian heterosexuals:

"Assaulting Gays is Wrong" is not a position that automatically makes you a good and loving servant of God. At the end of this book, the MC plans to treat her lesbian BFF with love. This means being mostly nice, except when she tells the BFF that she's still uncomfortable. It also means "ministering" to her so she'll come to the "Truth of Heterosexuality".

Speaking as someone who's been confronted by both direct threats of homophobic violence AND religious talk about how I'm not created to be a lesbian and God will save me, both of these experiences are traumatic! This kind of "love" is what made me suicidal as a teen. I had so much love for God. I prayed and prayed, but nothing changed. I prayed, and none of it made sense.

Finally, I went to college and found other dykes. Now, years later, those impulses only come as distant shockwaves from the past, brought up by specific triggers. But I can't do social religion because it comes flooding back, the terror and disgust for myself. Similar and far worse things happen to LGBT people constantly!

So maybe stop justifying your homophobia with decontextualized and badly translated Bible passages. Maybe actually do the hard work of examining why you think homosexuality is fundamentally wrong, but owning possessions somehow isn't. I read this book while reading some shelves at work today. I hope to God no lez or bi teen girl comes across it.

Carlson's book had such a captivating allure that it held my attention for three consecutive days.

It was an absolute struggle to put this book aside. The topic of homosexuality is indeed a sensitive and touchy one, and it seems that everyone harbors their own unique opinions and perspectives regarding it.

This book, however, presented it in a highly dramatic light, as seen through the eyes of a teenager. I was completely in agreement with the viewpoints and ideas expressed within its pages.

It truly left a lasting impression on me, and I now find myself eager to explore more works from this talented author. I can't wait to see what other thought-provoking and engaging stories Carlson has in store for readers.

I highly recommend this book to anyone interested in delving into a complex and controversial subject matter with an open mind.

I originally embarked on a search for a book in the LGBTQ+ section of the library. My intention was to find something that not only piqued my interests but also truly applied to me. However, in my haste, I made a regrettable choice. The moment I started reading this particular book, I was confronted with outright homophobia and an overbearing dose of Christianity that was shoved right in my face. It was truly revolting and made me feel physically nauseous.

Given my own personal history of religious trauma, this book was an absolute mismatch for me. It was as if a cruel joke had been played on me. If only there was an option to rate it with zero stars, I would have毫不犹豫地 done so. This experience has served as a harsh reminder to be more cautious in my future book selections and to always be aware of the potential content that might cause discomfort or harm.

I thought this book was rather good.

However, it didn't quite measure up to some of the other ones.

The story was about a girl who received the shocking news that her long-time best friend, Jessica, was a homosexual.

She was completely taken aback and couldn't believe it at first.

There was a lot of teasing and confusion, but gradually, Ramie started to come to terms with it.

She realized that they could still be friends despite this revelation.

All Ramie had to do was accept Jessica for who she truly was.

This book explored the themes of friendship, acceptance, and the challenges that come with dealing with unexpected news.

It was an interesting read that made me think about how important it is to be open-minded and accepting of others.

Overall, while it wasn't the best book I've ever read, it still had its merits and was worth the time.

So, for the most part, I have a certain fondness for the color series. I believe it does a relatively good job of depicting various mental and emotional issues.

However, this particular book was nothing short of utter trash. At the beginning, I was quite excited to read it. The subject matter seemed interesting, and I was eager to witness a good portrayal of how Christians respond to homosexuality.

But this book completely failed to meet my expectations. It showed me that it is possible to write a book so poorly that I end up hating the protagonist and actually liking the antagonist. In fact, I didn't realize that people could have such a complete phobia of gays until I read this.

And then the idea of the protagonist suddenly wanting to be the gay person's friend and thinking that people wouldn't question it is just plain stupid.

People, this book really sucked. If I could give it no stars, I most definitely would. You had a good initial idea, but you executed it in the absolute worst way possible.

It's truly a disappointment and a waste of time to have read this book.

I didn't have any regard for this book as every character in it is extremely stereotypical. Ramie behaves exactly as one would anticipate a fundamentalist (not in a derogatory sense) Christian to act when she discovers that her friend is a lesbian. She reacts with disbelief, disgust, and hatred. However, towards the end, she and Jess manage to become friends again. And her boyfriend is a typical preacher's kid.

Ramie's mom is an ex-Christian (she abandoned the faith due to her parents being overly strict) who, throughout the book, makes snippy remarks like, "Have fun at church! Of course when I was a kid church and fun never went together."

What truly bothered me was that when Joey, a gay boy at their school, attempts to commit suicide, Ramie and her friends visit him at the hospital. But the gay group staying with him is extremely nasty to them, as is the news crew that arrives to cover the story. The news and the gay group try to give the impression that Joey was bullied so severely because of his homosexuality that he tried to kill himself, when in reality, he wasn't. And Ramie and everyone who accompanied her are portrayed as "the bad guys" on the local news.

The author made it seem as if gays and the supporters of gays are out to target everyone and completely embellish stories in order to get on TV and make everyone feel sorry for them.

I was extremely disappointed in this book because I have a great liking for the True Colors series, but I cannot recommend this one to anyone.

I picked up this book on a whim, and to my surprise, it had some interesting aspects. However, it's important to note that it was published in 2006, when the climate for the LGBT community was much harsher.

Ramie, the main character, spends a significant portion of the book being rather unpleasant. Jess, on the other hand, doesn't do much to improve the situation when Ramie attempts to be better. Additionally, Ramie's boyfriend is extremely irritating.

While I appreciate that the book shows that everyone can have flaws, it seems to focus too much on this aspect. The religious elements also come across as overly corny and preachy at times.

However, I did like some of the insights that Ramie gained about how religion and the LGBT community can coexist without hatred. Unfortunately, this is overshadowed by the fact that most of the characters, including the LGBT cast, come across as jerks.

Furthermore, Ramie's change of heart feels hypocritical as she gets angry at those around her for doing or saying things that she herself had agreed with just days or weeks ago.

Overall, the only reason this book receives two stars is for those few good insights. Otherwise, it's filled with hate and stupidity, even for someone like me who is both a Christian and a member of the LGBT community.

This one was a little weird.

It had an unusual charm that was difficult to put into words. The situation seemed to deviate from the norm, and yet there was something strangely captivating about it. Maybe it was the unexpected turn of events or the unique combination of elements.

As I delved deeper into it, I found myself more and more intrigued. The oddities began to make sense in a strange sort of way, and I started to appreciate the beauty in its strangeness.

It was like a puzzle that was slowly coming together, revealing a picture that was both familiar and foreign. This weirdness was not something to be shunned or ignored but rather explored and embraced.

In the end, I realized that sometimes the most interesting things in life are the ones that are a little bit weird.

Bright Purple is an essential book for middle school and high school students.

The fear of a friend disclosing something as profound as being gay is, I believe, lurking in the minds of many at this age.

This book serves as a valuable resource, helping you anticipate the emotions you might experience if such a situation were to occur. It can act as a great guide to follow.

Personally, I have never forgotten the story in this book. It is something worth pondering over, preparing for the worst, especially if your stance is against being gay.

In conclusion, Bright Purple is a must-read for students in this age group. It provides valuable insights and prepares them for a situation that they may encounter in their lives.