Butter
Butter
Fiction | Novel | Published in 2012
Book Brief
Beta294
Novel • Fiction
Phoenix, Arizona • Contemporary
2012
14-18 years
HL770L
Super Short Summary
Butter by Erin Jade Lange follows a young person's struggle with obesity and the drastic measures he considers to gain acceptance from his peers. The story delves into themes of self-esteem, peer pressure, and the search for identity, highlighting the challenges and emotional upheaval faced by individuals dealing with body image issues.
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Erin Jade Lange's Butter offers a powerful narrative that explores themes of bullying, loneliness, and self-acceptance. Reviews highlight the compelling writing and the strong, relatable protagonist, Butter. However, some criticize the depiction of secondary characters as less developed. Overall, it is praised for its emotional depth and thought-provoking content.
Who Should Read Butter?
Readers who enjoy emotionally charged, character-driven stories about high school life and social challenges will appreciate Butter. Fans of Jay Asher's Thirteen Reasons Why and Stephen Chbosky's The Perks of Being a Wallflower will find Lange's exploration of bullying and self-acceptance compelling.
11,673 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
294
Novel • Fiction
Phoenix, Arizona • Contemporary
2012
14-18 years
HL770L
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