Far from stereotypical...

Michael Nava's Rag and Bone was an amazing story that kept me stuck to the book the whole time. I was so eager for the next page and the next chapter, etc. that I didn't even stop to have lunch when I read this. It was really eye-opening to the social issues of how we see others and how we see ourselves. This really put a spot light on how we try to fit people into categories, when there are no accurate categories. Sexuality, Career, Age, Gender, Culture, History and so many other factors define who we are, but none of these are even remotely close to encompassing all of someone. I love how Nava really drives this point home along with looking back at ourselves to see where we are judging people in the same ways we are being judged. It is an amazing story of family, friends, and acceptance. It also speaks up for the awareness of and sympathy for those with AIDS. I love how he uses such a powerful story as a platform for equality and support.