Stevie is a seventeen-year-old girl with an eating disorder. This book follows her after her father commits her to a treatment centre.

This is the most honest and true account of what it's like to have an eating disorder I've read. Stevie's character is so relatable, and I found myself wanting to put my arms around her and hug her ... not that she would have allowed that.

Through flashbacks and therapy, we learn how Stevie's mom left home and then her beloved brother Joshua died. At the centre of her illness, though, is the enigmatic and manipulative Eden.

The plot isn't the most exciting or, even, clever. The twists aren't really a surprise, and the ending isn't unexpected. But, it's the character of Stevie who carries this book. And she carries it well.

It's YA. But, it's appeal is for anyone who likes character-driven stories.

Stevie. She isn't always easy to like. But, she's beautifully written and thoroughly enchanting.

Shrink's name is Anna. Like, is tongue-in-cheek, or was the author completely oblivious to the connotation? Whichever, I didn't like it.

Hopeful. It reminded me of how dark and tiring an ED is. I felt sad about that. But, I was heartened by Shrink and Stevie's relationship.

It's a heartwarming story, and the main character is so well written.

If you're recovering from an ED, it's possible this will trigger.

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