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Holding Up the Universe
- Lu par : Jorjeana Marie, Robbie Daymond
- Durée : 9 h et 3 min
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Description
From the author of the New York Times best-seller All the Bright Places comes a heart-wrenching story about what it means to see someone - and love someone - for who they truly are.
Everyone thinks they know Libby Strout, the girl once dubbed "America's Fattest Teen". But no one's taken the time to look past her weight to get to know who she really is. Following her mom's death, she's been picking up the pieces in the privacy of her home, dealing with her heartbroken father and her own grief. Now Libby's ready: for high school, for new friends, for love, and for every possibility life has to offer. In that moment I know the part I want to play here at MVB High. I want to be the girl who can do anything.
Everyone thinks they know Jack Masselin, too. Yes, he's got swagger, but he's also mastered the impossible art of giving people what they want, of fitting in. What no one knows is that Jack has a newly acquired secret: He can't recognize faces. Even his own brothers are strangers to him. He's the guy who can reengineer and rebuild anything in new and badass ways, but he can't understand what's going on with the inner workings of his brain. So he tells himself to play it cool: Be charming. Be hilarious. Don't get too close to anyone.
Until he meets Libby. When the two get tangled up in a cruel high school game - which lands them in group counseling and community service - Libby and Jack are both pissed, and then surprised. Because the more time they spend together, the less alone they feel. Because sometimes when you meet someone, it changes the world, theirs and yours.
Jennifer Niven delivers another poignant, exhilarating love story about finding that person who sees you for who you are - and seeing them right back.
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Global2 out of 5 stars
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Interprétation2 out of 5 stars
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Histoire2 out of 5 stars
- FanB14
- 13/11/2016
We Need Diverse Books
Niven follows the movement and offers an obese heroine and a hero with prosopagnosia. In the world of YA, her writing style is engaging as was this book. Her first, All the Bright Places, was amazing. This one is interesting, but lacks the connection between the two main characters. They just started liking each other after a rather traumatizing beginning and I never understood why. Seemed a little forced.
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Global3 out of 5 stars
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Interprétation4 out of 5 stars
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Histoire2 out of 5 stars
- Sophie Beever
- 01/04/2017
Decent Story
It wasn't horrible, certainly, but I guess I was just expecting more. I knew the ending before the halfway point and the closer it got to the ending the more I felt the author just rushed to finish. The relationship between the main characters felt inauthentic at times, and it took some time to warm up to Jorjeana Marie's (voice of Libby) speech style and cadence. All in all it's a decent read if you're used to Jennifer's writing style and want a simple teen "love story". Definitely won't make my reread list, though.
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Global2 out of 5 stars
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Interprétation4 out of 5 stars
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Histoire2 out of 5 stars
- Doha
- 10/12/2016
Interesting Concept .. annoying story
I was so interesting to pick this up as it got so much hype across all bookish platform, and I heard a lot of praise about the writing style and the premise was so intriguing .. I never read a book from an over weight person view .. but sadly I was hugely disappointed as the story was so boring .. nothing was really happening and the short chapters made it such an uncomfortable ride for me with this book
I liked Libby's character .. she one of the best protagonists I've read in a while, but I didn't like Jack as much, I feel a little let down but I don't regret reading the book
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Global5 out of 5 stars
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Interprétation5 out of 5 stars
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Histoire5 out of 5 stars
- ClassDreamer'84
- 12/01/2017
EVERYONE SHOULD READ THIS - YOUNG AND OLD
Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?
Definitely!!! Because Libby wants to change the world, and everyone should know the reason why.
What was one of the most memorable moments of Holding Up the Universe?
All of them! All of the moments in this book are so big, that it's impossible to choose just one as most memorable.
Which scene was your favorite?
The end scene. But also, I was proud of Libby in her purple bikini scenes.
Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?
Oh yes. It made my heart happy, it made it sad, but mostly it made me happy to be alive, and I hope Ms. Niven's message is shouted throughout the universe. It is THAT remarkable.
Any additional comments?
This book should NOT go unread, and I think every high school should have it on their To Be Read by ALL students list.
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Global5 out of 5 stars
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Interprétation5 out of 5 stars
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Histoire5 out of 5 stars
- Julie
- 12/01/2017
You are wanted
We should all write that on ourselves. This is a story of a teenage girl who already knows who she is, a rarity in teens, and how others see her. It's also about a boy who can't see faces and how he realizes that he can see the girl. Powerful and smart story. Thankful that the fat girl doesn't need to lose weight to be better, those stories suck. Fabulous readers.
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Global5 out of 5 stars
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Histoire5 out of 5 stars
- Emily
- 25/10/2016
ABSOLUETLY INCREDIBLE STORY LINE
the story line was so interesting and it kept me on edge throughout the entire time. The topics were intense but so lovely.
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Global5 out of 5 stars
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Interprétation5 out of 5 stars
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Histoire5 out of 5 stars
- Jennifer Ortiz
- 26/04/2023
Relatable
Maybe I am bias because I literally could see myself as Libby growing up and feeling what she did, but as adult this book was definitely triggering but so freaken good.
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Global5 out of 5 stars
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Interprétation5 out of 5 stars
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Histoire5 out of 5 stars
- Maddlesmom
- 19/01/2023
Loved it
Great story and has a wonderful meaning
Couldn’t stop listening
The ending wasn’t a huge build up as expected but still a awesome one
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Global4 out of 5 stars
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Interprétation4 out of 5 stars
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Histoire4 out of 5 stars
- Bohica
- 12/12/2022
unique story line
Unique storyline, cute young adult trials to overcome, and learning about new things all entwined.
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Global5 out of 5 stars
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Interprétation5 out of 5 stars
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Histoire5 out of 5 stars
- HumboldtButterfly
- 05/08/2022
Positively,Absolutely a Great Novel
I listened as a reader, educator, student, mother, and author. I loved the dialogue, the differing perspectives and well written point of view of each youth. Congratulations Jennifer Niven
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- Utilisateur anonyme
- 20/04/2021
mediocre
Liked the idea very much, but found the end a bit underwhelming. Not as good as "All the bright places" from Niven.
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Global4 out of 5 stars
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- Maya
- 18/07/2019
A nice story about a strong girl
I really like the stories different components and that it didnt center around the romance. I think the auther did a good job on showing how hurtful comments about someone's size can be, how important it is to speek up if someone is discriminated against and that no matter how perfect someone's life may seem they still might have some issues they are fighting (in secret).
Overall it was a nice story that didn't center around the love story. Sometimes I would have wished for a little more variety but I guess the auther's intention was to focus on the body shaming and all its effects, as well as on the face blindness.
Maby I wouldn't have missed some variety if I would have liked Libby's voice better. Or I'm a little too old.
The male narrator did a good job. He managed to let Jack appear cool and cocky, he showed Jack's insecurities, his emotions and what a nice guy Jack acutally is.
The female narrator didn't do Libby justice in my opinion. Libby has insecurities but overall she is an incredibly strong girl. Unfortunately the voice wasn't illustrating her strength. Most of the time she had a faint and insecure voice which often made me forget that Libby is a strong and smart character. The voice would have been better suited for the typical (annoying) love story girl character that is always winig about not being pretty enough and not understanding at all why the "hot" boy would even look at her but not for a girl that has something to tell the world. If she would have had a stronger and more mature voice Libby's character would have had more depth, I think. The depth the author has given her.