Positive
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2014
288
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
2010s
2014
Adult
12-18 years
In Positive: A Memoir by Paige Rawl, Rawl recounts her experience growing up with HIV, disclosing her status to a friend in middle school, and subsequently facing severe bullying and ostracization. She details the social and emotional challenges she endured, including a suicide attempt, and ultimately advocates for better education and compassionate treatment of those living with HIV. The memoir contains sensitive topics, including bullying and a suicide attempt.
Inspirational
Heartwarming
Hopeful
Emotional
Challenging
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Positive by Paige Rawl is a compelling memoir that resonates deeply due to Rawl's courage and resilience in facing HIV-related stigma. Readers praise the book for its honesty and inspiring message. However, some feel that the narrative occasionally lacks depth and the prose can be simplistic. Overall, it is an impactful and motivating read for both young adults and adults alike.
A reader who would enjoy Positive by Paige Rawl is likely to be drawn to true stories of resilience, courage, and overcoming adversity. Comparable to readers of A Child Called "It" by Dave Pelzer and The Diary of a Young Girl by Anne Frank, they appreciate personal memoirs that inspire and evoke empathy, particularly those addressing health and social challenges.
3,628 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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288
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
2010s
2014
Adult
12-18 years
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