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Fat Chance, Charlie Vega by Crystal Maldonado
4.5

Audiobook: I have been meaning to read this for awhile. I purchased this way back in February 2021 on a whim after learning it had a fat female MC. The push to finally read this was that it was the first selection for BBBC's subgroup A Plus book discussion and I was tapped to cohost with another member.  

Anytime I read a YA book that centers around a fat MC, it really makes me wish there were books like this when I was in middle and high school. And to even have a love interest that was labeled as husky and not the cool popular boy? How wonderful to see. There were moments that were so relatable and Charlie honestly was cooler than I ever was but it was still a delight to read. One line that really stood out that is relevant at any age "I'm not sick Mom, I'm just fat." Like wow something so simple and yet so effective? 

I really enjoyed this and thought it was great on audio. I am looking forward to the discussion on this book.