Annotation:
Everything around the life of fifteen year old, Virginia Shreves seems to be perfect...except for her. Virginia is just a little bit bigger than others, just not as prettier as her sister and hides behind baggy clothes.
Justification:
This is a book that talks about female beauty and identity. Females all over the world can read this book and make connections right away. And, not just women, but anyone who struggle with appearance and identity. Virginia Shreves seems to have a lot to live up to. Her mother is a psychologist, her father salivates over skinny women and her siblings are great in every aspect...except her. Readers will find a little part of themselves fitting right into this book. The stand that Virginia has for herself and the strength she pulls through with is amazing. This is a story that shows how society look at the female body and one cannot miss this read!
Genre: Printz, Coming of Age, Realistic/Edgy
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