By Lauren B.
Eleanor and Park, written by Rainbow Rowell, is an intriguing novel about high school and family issues. Eleanor and Park are a couple of misfit 16-year-olds who have similar interests but are from very different backgrounds. As a result, it would not be assumed that they would be compatible to one another.
Eleanor is a heavy girl overwhelmed by insecurities and trying to survive an abusive household. Park is a quiet, half-Korean boy who doesn't feel like he fits in, but finds refuge in music and comic books. This book reminds readers of the challenges faced by teens in growing up, being in a relationship, and dealing with family issues.
I would recommend this novel to any teenager who enjoys books about the teenage years because they delve into issues such as bullying, body image, domestic abuse, child abuse, and issues that teens deal with on a daily basis in high school. The book is very relatable to a teenage audience because of their ability to understand firsthand these issues.
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