OUT Magazine

May, 2002

 

"In this long-awaited book, David Nimmons strips away the stereotypical images of the gay ghetto -- working out, circuit parties, drugs, consumerism, anonymous sex, even Fire Island Pines -- to expose the spiritual search underlying these seemingly superficial pursuits. Arch prose seamlessly blends research, studies, and personal interviews into a passionate argument against the negativity of gay naysayers like Gabriel Rotello and Larry Kramer. Where they see promiscuity and selfishness, Nimmons points to AIDS caregiving, safe sex, strong friendships with straight women,and low levels of public violence. Instead of composing a put-down, he dares to offer support for the way many of us have chosen to live."

-- Steve Weinstein