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Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe by Benjamin Alire Sáenz
5.0
I cannot describe this book. IT WAS BEAUTIFUL, and now it's a new favorite. I seriously had to let this book sink in so I could appreciate how (again) beautifully it was written and the dynamic, but simple characters.
In some instances, I felt like I was Dante. Even as a 21 year old, I understand whole heartedly how he feels about growing up. I'm still not finished with the process, and sometimes there are moments of loneliness, confusion, and plain frustration. I'm similar to him in the way that I don't make friends easily too; how one can feel disconnected from everyone even though he or she is in a classroom full of people. There are other parallels to himself and me, but I don't want to spoil anything. I apologize for the personal rant, but this is why the book mattered to me so much. It made me feel less alone whether or not Dante's feelings truly existed in someone, in some time. Saying it was relatable is an understatement.
Alongside with this, the story felt tangible. I've read some teenage perspectives that seemed like the author was trying too hard. Yet, this book held the perfect blend of teenage thoughts, language, etc...
I LOVE this book, and I know in the future I will reread it again and again.
In some instances, I felt like I was Dante. Even as a 21 year old, I understand whole heartedly how he feels about growing up. I'm still not finished with the process, and sometimes there are moments of loneliness, confusion, and plain frustration. I'm similar to him in the way that I don't make friends easily too; how one can feel disconnected from everyone even though he or she is in a classroom full of people. There are other parallels to himself and me, but I don't want to spoil anything. I apologize for the personal rant, but this is why the book mattered to me so much. It made me feel less alone whether or not Dante's feelings truly existed in someone, in some time. Saying it was relatable is an understatement.
Alongside with this, the story felt tangible. I've read some teenage perspectives that seemed like the author was trying too hard. Yet, this book held the perfect blend of teenage thoughts, language, etc...
I LOVE this book, and I know in the future I will reread it again and again.