If you have never read a Chris Crutcher book, then you are missing out! Chris Crutcher is excellent at intertwining our every day struggles with sports and humor. This book is more popular of his many books, but honestly you can't go wrong with any of his books! You will definitely love his other books if you love sports.
In Staying Fat for Sarah Byrnes, sports is included through one of the main character's, Eric, is a swimmer. Sarah is a very dear and close friend of Eric's. She is hiding a secret. Eric has to figure out her secret and help her solve her problem. Sarah did not ask for his help, he simply gave it because he is her friend. In fact, Sarah is a bit proud and doesn't want anyone's help.
Maybe you can relate to Sarah? Maybe you've had a problem and wanted help, but are either too proud or too scared to ask for it. Maybe you can relate to Eric? Seeing a friend struggle, but having them giving you the cold shoulder. What to do? See what happens in this exciting book! I also challenge you to read other Chris Crutcher books and compare them to one another! You should notice some common themes and great reads!
In Staying Fat for Sarah Byrnes, sports is included through one of the main character's, Eric, is a swimmer. Sarah is a very dear and close friend of Eric's. She is hiding a secret. Eric has to figure out her secret and help her solve her problem. Sarah did not ask for his help, he simply gave it because he is her friend. In fact, Sarah is a bit proud and doesn't want anyone's help.
Maybe you can relate to Sarah? Maybe you've had a problem and wanted help, but are either too proud or too scared to ask for it. Maybe you can relate to Eric? Seeing a friend struggle, but having them giving you the cold shoulder. What to do? See what happens in this exciting book! I also challenge you to read other Chris Crutcher books and compare them to one another! You should notice some common themes and great reads!