BOOK REVIEW (fat kid rules the world)

I read this book because it says on the cover, fat kid rules the world. i though i could connect to this book cause im fat too. it turns out i didnt. The kid in this book is suicidal. Im not suicidal so i couldnt really connect to this book. it turns out that he is saved by his friend, that never happens to me so this book wasnt good for me. troy thinks too negative and it bothers me.

Mrs. Going tells the story of high school senior Troy Billings, 6'1", 300 pounds and completely unhappy. He isn’t normal at all and hates his life; Troy is on the verge of suicide. At least he thinks that he could be. When he is sort of rescued by the very skinny Curt MacRae. A homeless boy who constantly pops pills, he claims it’s nothing bad though. Curt is a legendary local punk rock musician. The weirdest of friendships develops, and Curt recruits Troy as the drummer in his new band. Troy, who thinks in headlines for some reason, is a good narrator, immediately getting us into his terrible outlook on life. But for all his problems, his weight, his lack of social skills, a brother and father who don't understand him. There is a good side to Troy, which makes the really good. And Troy's experiences within the band reflect his sudden shove into adulthood. But the best part and compelling character is his father. He is a widower and a retired marine, he hardly ever talks, but the changes that happen to him are numerous. The author swears quite a bit in this book, I think it is to bring out the characters of the two young men. Both in their own Problems, both in need of friends, both able to clumsily help each other. They are able to help each other by their personalities. They contradict so much they can correct each other, and not get mad at each other.

Love,
Braden