The Earth, My Butt, and Other Big,
Round Things
Author: Carolyn Mackler
Rating: 5/5 Stars
Reviewer: Denise Z.
Summary: This
pre-teen/teen novel is about a very relatable 15-year-old girl who is
discovering her self-image while being overweight and having difficulties in
her home life. She struggles with her relationships with her parents, brother,
and boyfriend.
Review: This was a very
enjoyable book with a very likeable main character. Virginia’s humorous dialog
and relate-ability makes this book fun, particularly for any teen girl or for
anyone who has weight issues. In no way preachy at all, author Carolyn Mackler
does a wonderful job of presenting an interesting story relatable to today’s
teens. Mackler uses a surprise twist involving Virgina’s brother and introduces
lessons that each reader can learn from while staying cool and genuine to her
audience. Such a refreshing read, it’s no wonder that this book won awards such
as the Michael L. Printz Award for Honor Book and the American Library
Association’s Best Books for Young Adults Award. This book would be an
excellent read for a mature pre-teen or teen girl due to some language used.
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