80 pages • 2 hours read
Becky AlbertalliSimon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2015A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more. For select classroom titles, we also provide Teaching Guides with discussion and quiz questions to prompt student engagement.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
In Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda by Becky Albertalli, high school junior Simon Spier navigates the complexities of coming out as gay after being blackmailed by a classmate who discovers his anonymous email correspondence with another gay student, Blue. As Simon deals with the threat of being outed, he tries to identify Blue and develops a deeper connection, all while managing friendships, school drama, and family dynamics. The novel contains profanity and references to sex.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda by Becky Albertalli has been widely praised for its relatable characters, witty dialogue, and positive representation of LGBTQ+ youth. Critics also commend the novel for its realistic portrayal of the high school experience. However, some reviewers find the plot somewhat predictable. Overall, it is celebrated for its heartfelt message and engaging storytelling.
Who Should Read Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda?
Fans of heartwarming, contemporary young adult fiction featuring LGBTQ+ themes and exploring identity, love, and friendship will enjoy Becky Albertalli’s Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda. Readers who liked Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe by Benjamin Alire Sáenz or Love, Simon, the film adaptation of Albertalli’s novel, will also find this book appealing.
RecommendedReading Age
13-18yearsBook Details
Romance
Coming of Age / Bildungsroman
Realistic Fiction
LGBTQ
Music
Relationships: Friendship
Identity: Sexuality
Society: Community