52 pages 1 hour read

Chris Crutcher

Staying Fat For Sarah Byrnes

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1993

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Reviews & Readership

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Staying Fat for Sarah Byrnes by Chris Crutcher is praised for its compelling storytelling and complex characters, handling mature themes like bullying and trauma adeptly. While some find the narrative gripping and thought-provoking, others critique it for occasional preachiness and predictability. Nonetheless, it is a powerful read that resonates with many, especially young adults.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Staying Fat For Sarah Byrnes?

Readers who enjoy realistic, emotionally driven young adult fiction will find Staying Fat For Sarah Byrnes by Chris Crutcher compelling. Fans of John Green’s The Fault in Our Stars and Stephen Chbosky’s The Perks of Being a Wallflower will appreciate its exploration of friendship, resilience, and the struggles of adolescence.

Recommended

Reading Age

14-18years

Book Details

Genre
Realistic Fiction
Education
Modern Classic Fiction
Topics
Education
Sports
Trauma / Abuse / Violence