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Blue Pills: A Positive Love Story

Frederik Peeters
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Blue Pills: A Positive Love Story

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2008

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Frederik Peeters

Blue Pills: A Positive Love Story

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2008
Book Details
Pages

190

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Genre
Romance

Biography

Modern Classic Fiction
Setting

Switzerland • 2000s

Publication Year

2008

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Blue Pills: A Positive Love Story by Frederik Peeters is a graphic novel depicting the evolving relationship between a young, HIV-positive woman and her partner, who is HIV-negative. The story sensitively explores themes of love, trust, and resilience. Through a blend of personal experiences and emotional depth, it highlights the couple's journey to navigate life and intimacy.

Emotional

Romantic

Contemplative

Bittersweet

Hopeful

Reviews & Readership

4.2

8,363 ratings

74%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Blue Pills: A Positive Love Story by Frederik Peeters is praised for its honest and intimate portrayal of relationships and the emotional weight of living with illness. The artwork is noted for its expressiveness and simplicity. Some critics mention a lack of depth in exploring secondary characters, but the narrative remains a moving and insightful read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Blue Pills: A Positive Love Story?

A reader who enjoys Blue Pills: A Positive Love Story by Frederik Peeters is likely drawn to intimate, graphic memoirs exploring relationships, health, and vulnerability, similar to Allison Bechdel’s Fun Home or Craig Thompson’s Blankets. They appreciate poignant narratives with emotional depth and candid storytelling.

4.2

8,363 ratings

74%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

190

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Genre
Romance

Biography

Modern Classic Fiction
Setting

Switzerland • 2000s

Publication Year

2008

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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