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A review by kait_sixcrowsbooks
Manning Up by Bee Walsh
emotional
hopeful
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
This was a quick read, with it being both in verse and only about 200 pages. It was pretty good for what it was -- while it didn't blow me away, the story was good, and I liked how it ended on a high note. I especially appreciated the focus on a teenage boy with an eating disorder and body dysmorphia; I haven't seen many books tackle something like that.
Graphic: Eating disorder
Minor: Death of parent
On top of having an eating disorder, the MC also has body dysmorphia.