LitPick Review
XL by Scott Brown is a book about how change can seem like the only thing that matters. Will Daughtry is turning sixteen and is just under five feet tall. His best friend, Monica (5’10”), and stepbrother, Drew (6’3”), are his only comforts. Then suddenly, things aren’t right anymore. His friendships with Monica and Drew start to change, and Will begins to feel alone again. On top of that, Will starts to grow, so fast it causes concerns in his family. Will is growing so rapidly at such an important time of his life that he feels overwhelmed and doesn’t know what to do with himself. Read the book to find out how Will overcomes these challenges that are taking over his life.
Opinion:
XL by Scott Brown is a well-written, humorous book that will keep the reader engaged until the last page, and even then wanting more. Readers will enjoy how relatable the book is including problems within friend groups and the overwhelming feeling of not knowing what to do. Something that I think could enhance the book is adding in perspectives from other characters. I found myself understanding Will but at some points confused by the other characters. Overall, I would recommend this book to teens ages 12+ because of how relatable it is.
