- Paperback: 208 pages
- Publisher: Simon & Schuster; 1st Scribner Paperback Fiction Ed edition (27 Jan 1997)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0684829924
- ISBN-13: 978-0684829920
- Product Dimensions: 21 x 12.8 x 1.2 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (43 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 123,167 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Struggling with sexual abuse from his father and his mother's denial of the situation, Nathan dreams of a life free from his family while fantasizing about a relationship with the young man next door, whose home represents a safe haven to Nathan.
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Some commments about the ending
I've checked Amazon periodically to see what kind of reviews Dream Boy has gotten from its readers and have been delighted in general. The end of Dream Boy is intended to further the whole dreamlike quality of the book, not to resolve the story. Readers who prefer an ending without ambiguity will not find the book to be satisfying. It is disturbing to read comments written by readers who feel enabled to assess an artist's whole life from their individual reaction to a book. But most readers (like many of those whose comments are shown below) have been happy with the book's evocation of love between two teenage boys. I wrote the kind of book that I myself like to read, and I hope anyone coming to Dream Boy will not ask it to be something other than itself.
I've checked Amazon periodically to see what kind of reviews Dream Boy has gotten from its readers and have been delighted in general. The end of Dream Boy is intended to further the whole dreamlike quality of the book, not to resolve the story. Readers who prefer an ending without ambiguity will not find the book to be satisfying. It is disturbing to read comments written by readers who feel enabled to assess an artist's whole life from their individual reaction to a book. But most readers (like many of those whose comments are shown below) have been happy with the book's evocation of love between two teenage boys. I wrote the kind of book that I myself like to read, and I hope anyone coming to Dream Boy will not ask it to be something other than itself.
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On Sunday in the new church, Preacher John Roberts tells about the disciple Jesus loved whose name was also John, how at the Last Supper John lay his head tenderly on Jesus's breast. Read the first page
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
At times I found myself holding my breath, such was the intensity of this story and the beauty of the language. The love between Roy and Nathan was so eloquently and poetically realised; yet at the same time it seemed too fragile a force to deal with the realities of their world. It is a strange thing, to CARE so passionately about characters on a page. It is a mark of Grimsley's skill as a writer that the reader falls headlong into the world of Roy and Nathan; hoping against hope for a happy ending. I have read and re-read favourite passages from this book, and feel the richer for having done so. I was impressed with the manner in which Grimsley balanced both the physical passion and emotional connection that existed between Nathan and Roy; juxtaposing their relationship with the hypocrisy and violence of their 'everyday' lives. There are only a handful of books I have read that will stay with me forever. 'Dream Boys' is one such book.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
A friend of mine handed me a copy of this book and told me to read it right away. I'm glad I listened to him, as "Dream Boy" is one of the most brutal and beautiful books I have ever read. Jim Grimsley manages to restore faith in the power of love and language. His lyrical prose and beautifully woven characters had me engrossed from start to finish. Nathan and Roy manage to haunt you long after the novel is finished. I couldn't wait to turn each page to find out what was coming next, yet never wanted the book to end. There are sentences so small and so affecting, that I was wracked with sobs for most of the book. Grimsley's novel is one of great beauty and portent; a gay love story that transcends that label to become a universal truth. His writing makes me both envious of his talent and glad to be a writer myself, and I have not been so shaken, moved, and unsettled by a novel in a long time. Superb.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This book is marvellous. The despair and hopelessness of Nathan and the uncertainty of Roy in this hesitant gay relationship twists your heart -- and the ultimate tragedy shocks. The last few pages of this book haunted me for days, I could not move them from my mind.
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Dream boy
Good book I read this in one day couldnt put it down by the end I was in tears after reading this I had to watch the film though the ending in the book confused me a bit I had to... Read more
Published 8 months ago by Amykez
Beautiful, tense and memorable.
I do not know why I have only just read this book. It manages to be both tender and frightening: tender in its portrayal of love and passion between two teenagers, tense and... Read more
Published 19 months ago by Booklover Joseph
Wonderful story
Quickly delivered in good condition. After seeing the film, I had to read the book. Answers to all my questions - which, though not great, were answered. Read more
Published 21 months ago by Mr. N. B. Hodson
Spell binding
I've struggled with some gay themed books in the past, especially by some American authors for some reason and Edmund White who delights in the use of obscure words and phrases. Read more
Published on 3 Jan 2010 by Jack
Hmm.
I couldn't really understand what was going on through this book, I didn't get along with Grimsley's style of writing at all, and I'm still puzzled as to what really went on for a... Read more
Published on 8 Sep 2009 by Apple Toothpaste
just some reader
i wanted to read osmething that will develop my understanding of a relationship lesss uperficial then the typical. after reading this book i felt intrigues and cathartic. Read more
Published on 23 July 2008 by Mr Mohammed Ahmed
Very readable!
A very engrosing read, that breaks with the tradition of 'coming out storys' and actually tells it how it is! Read more
Published on 1 May 2003 by "adam_gc"
Like no book I've ever read
I bought this book, because of the reviews on this site - I am glad I did. This book hides a hidden story in a haunting plot. I highly recommend this book.
Published on 21 April 2001
Brilliant. What more can I say?
This is a short and sweet review. just to tell you all go out and buy this book. All the reviews you'll read here will say the end is disappointing. Read more
Published on 19 July 2000
One of the most wonderful books I have ever read!
I found this book to be truely remarkable. I couldn't put it down and started reading it again as soon as I was finshed! Read more
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