Fat Angie

Fat Angie is a darkly comic, anti-romantic romance for young adults that delves into the challenging life of Angie, a high schooler grappling with immense grief, a past suicide attempt, and relentless bullying. Her world begins to shift with the arrival of KC Romance, a new student who sees beyond Angie's outward struggles. This book explores themes of self-worth, friendship, family dysfunction, and LGBTQ identity with an offbeat sensibility. It is recommended for mature middle schoolers and high schoolers who can handle sensitive topics like mental health, bullying, and loss, offering a powerful story of resilience and finding connection.