A review by mec4
Holding Up the Universe by Jennifer Niven

funny hopeful lighthearted slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

2.75

I think this book is sweet, in a fimilar way. Very coming of age teenage girl, full of insecurities sort of vibe. I did not like the sticking to stereotypes, and seeingly unimportant character backstories sprinked throughout which turned this book from good to just okay, based purely on the fact that it was a little cliche for me, and a little anti climactic. It was very predictable and was a little otugh to get through towards the final 10-15 pages. I feel like I have read this book with how cliche and just unorigional the ideas and cast were. Fat girl bullied, bully becomes the love interest. It tries hard to be relateable, but at the expense of origionality and the excitement that keeps readers turning the pages. Overall, just an okay book. 

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