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Visible Lives: Three Stories In Tribute to E. Lynn Harris by Terrance Dean, James Earl Hardy, and Stanley Bennett Clay RAW Rating: 5.0 (out of 5) We all know truth is stranger than fiction. In The Intern, Terrance Dean takes us on an amazing journey of life and love as a teenager comes to terms with his sexuality, handles hurt, heartache, and pain. See where he thinks he finds happiness. A family is a unit where there is love and respect, one in which children know they are safe and protected, where parents say I love you. Parents are not perfect, but when they are willing to forgive, get counseling, and communicate, no matter the issue, life will always be, as James Earl Hardy asks in his story Is It Still Jood To Ya? Many of our famous stars had to leave the United States to achieve fame and be accepted for their craft; it is no different for gays, bisexuals, or lesbians, because of the lack of acceptance of their life style. The House of John by Stanley Bennett Clay delves into the lives of American GBLs living in a foreign county. All three stories are well-written and eye-opening; the authors used their own voice to tell the type of stories that make you go hmmm, as well as ask; Am I treating someone different and rude because of his or her sexual preference? An as one who is a devoted fan of the late E. Lynn Harris, it was an honor for me to read VISIBLE LIVES. Dean, Hardy, and Clay each shared tributes which brought tears to my eyes. It was as if I was hearing about his death for the first time. Their contributions painted a picture of the esteemed friendship they shared with E. Lynn. The foreword written by Victoria Christopher Murray, was also touching. She shared he was such a great man that there were not enough words and accolades to do him justice. Although I was not a personal friend, I count it a joy to have had the opportunity to have a conversation with E. Lynn several times. Releasing VISIBLE LIVES in the month of his birth shows the respect the publishing world had for E. Lynn Harris. I have read the B-Boy series by Hardy and I will be looking for books by Clay and Dean to add to my TBR stack. My only drawback was the Spanish used in the last story as there were words, I was not sure of. Reviewed by Toni Bonita, RAWSISTAZ.com © Copyright 2001-2011
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