1. Finding Normal.
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CHILDREN'S hospitals , *EATING disorders , *BULIMIA , *ANOREXIA nervosa , *WRESTLERS - Abstract
"Finding Normal" by Jen Doktorski is a young adult novel that follows the story of Gemma Leonardo, a 17-year-old girl with anorexia, and Lucas Polizzi, a 15-year-old wrestler with bulimia. Gemma and Lucas meet at a children's hospital and decide to escape together, embarking on a road trip to visit all the towns called Normal in the United States. Along the way, they confront their own personal struggles and develop a deep connection. The novel explores themes of trauma, perfectionism, and the search for normalcy. It is a heartfelt and humorous road-trip story that features diverse characters overcoming their hardships. [Extracted from the article]
- Published
- 2024