This book left me feeling all warm and fuzzy on the inside. There’s something about young adult fiction that I just love and this book is a shining example of why.
Holding Up the Universe follows the story of Jack and Libby, two teens trying to figure out life in high school. Jack has a rare disorder that leaves him unable to recognize faces, while Libby is adjusting to being in a real school for the first time in years. Libby used to be called America’s Fattest Teen and had to be rescued from her house during a fire, since she was unable to move herself. Since then, she’s gone through years of therapy and has managed to get to a healthier weight, but still doesn’t fit into society’s ideal body type.
This book explores life with these two high school students and showcases the struggles that everyday teenagers face, such as bullying. I thought it was beautifully written and an engaging story. (Mini-spoiler alert) I also really appreciated how it didn’t end with Libby losing more weight and suddenly being attractive and happy, because weight has nothing to do with that. Definitely recommend a read.
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