Full Disclosure

Simone is a theater-loving high school student who was born HIV-positive. As she directs her school's production of Rent, she begins dating Miles, forcing her to navigate the complexities of disclosure, stigma, and first love. Between rehearsals and doctor's appointments, Simone manages relationships with her two supportive dads, her best friends, and her own fears about being public with her HIV status. When anonymous notes start appearing in her locker about her condition, she must decide how to handle the threats while staying true to herself. The book tackles sex, consent, and health with medical accuracy and frank discussions. Through Simone's experiences, both positive and negative, readers gain understanding of what it means to live with HIV as a teenager in contemporary America. Through Simone's story, the novel explores themes of identity, self-acceptance, and the right to privacy versus the desire for intimacy. It challenges assumptions about what it means to live with HIV while celebrating family bonds, friendship, and creative expression.

Readers appreciate the authentic teen voice and handling of complex topics like HIV, consent, and sexuality. Many note the book offers representation without making the protagonist's HIV status the sole focus. Reviews highlight the strong family dynamics and realistic high school theater setting. Readers praise: - Sex-positive approach and frank discussions - Supportive parent relationships - Accurate portrayal of medication routines and doctor visits - Well-researched HIV information woven naturally into the story Common criticisms: - Some dialogue feels forced or unrealistic - Plot pacing drags in middle sections - Romance develops too quickly - Side characters need more development Ratings: Goodreads: 4.0/5 (3,800+ ratings) Amazon: 4.4/5 (180+ ratings) BookBrowse: 4.5/5 Sample review: "Finally a YA book that doesn't treat teens like they're stupid and actually addresses real issues without preaching." - Goodreads user

What I Like About You by Heath Cochrane A teen blogger faces issues of identity and romance while managing her anonymous online persona and real-world relationships.

Felix Ever After by Kacen Callender A transgender teen navigates first love, identity, and art while confronting discrimination and searching for self-acceptance at his New York arts school.

You Should See Me in a Crown by Leah Johnson A Black queer teen runs for prom queen to win a scholarship while developing feelings for her competition.

The Love and Lies of Rukhsana Ali by Sabina Khan A closeted Muslim teen must balance her conservative family's expectations with her identity and relationship with her girlfriend.

Symptoms of Being Human by Jeff Garvin A gender-fluid teenager starts an anonymous blog to cope with identity struggles while dealing with high school, mental health, and a growing public platform.

🎬 Author Camryn Garrett wrote the first draft of "Full Disclosure" when she was just seventeen years old, while still in high school. 🌟 The book tackles HIV stigma head-on by featuring a main character who was born HIV-positive, reflecting the experiences of nearly 37,000 young people living with HIV in the United States. 🎭 The protagonist Simone's passion for musical theater, particularly directing, was inspired by the author's own love of theater and experience directing plays in high school. 📚 The novel was named a Best Book of the Year by Kirkus Reviews and received praise for its sex-positive approach to discussing teen relationships and health. 💪 Garrett conducted extensive research and interviewed multiple young people living with HIV to ensure an authentic portrayal of the medical, social, and emotional aspects of the condition.