By Jennifer Niven
Holding Up The Universe -in 3 words
Weight
Libby Strout was once “America’s Fattest Teen.” Ever since kindergarten being told “No when will ever love you because you’re fat.” But no one can ever tell you who you are or what you are. That’s for you to decide, and only you.
Love
After Jack Masselin gets caught in a game with his friends. Both Libby and Jack get stuck in group counseling. At first being friends seemed impossible, but soon not being together seemed impossible. Jack learns more about Libby, as they spend more time together. Falling head over heels for her.
Seen
Prosopagnosia, is Jack’s secret. Hiding it behind his easy-going personality. He can’t even recognize his own family. But with Libby, Jack can see her. Even recognize her. Not because of her weight. But because of her.
Closing Thoughts
I can’t even explain how much I loved reading this. But I’ll try. Libby inspired me. Even though she’s not a real life person, she is too me. She stood up for herself. Because she loves herself. Just the way she is. Which is more than I, and a lot of people can say about themselves.
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