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Fly on the Wall
192 pages, 2016
The Manhattan School for Art and Music is a place where everyone is special. So special, in fact, that Gretchen Yee sometimes feels ordinary. She sits alone at lunch, drawing pictures of Spider-Man, instead of interacting with other kids.
She has a crush on Titus, the star football player, but she’s too shy to tell him how she feels. And she has no one to hang out with when her best friend Katya is busy. But one day everything changes. Growing tired of being on the outside looking in, Gretchen wishes she could hear what boys really talk about when they’re alone together.
The next thing she knows, she’s a six-legged fly in the boys' locker room and learns boys aren’t as scary as they thought!
In Fly on the Wall, E. Lockhart explores the idea of perspective. The protagonist, Gretchen, gets a unique opportunity to see the world from a different viewpoint. This teaches us the importance of understanding others' perspectives in our daily lives.
The book encourages us to look into the lives of others. Gretchen's experience as a fly on the wall allows her to see the hidden struggles of her peers. It's a reminder that everyone has their own battles, and we should be more empathetic.
Fly on the Wall is not just about understanding others, but also about self-discovery. As Gretchen observes others, she learns more about herself. This book encourages us to take time for self-reflection and personal growth.
Lockhart doesn't shy away from addressing the issue of bullying in this book. Gretchen's experiences highlight the damaging effects of bullying and the importance of standing up against it. It's a call to action for all of us to be more aware and proactive in combating this issue.
Throughout the book, Gretchen learns the value of being true to herself. She realizes that pretending to be someone else is not the answer. This is a powerful message for all of us to embrace our individuality and be proud of who we are.
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Fly on the Wall is a brilliant, sometimes heartbreaking, always insightful and thought-provoking novel. E. Lockhart is one of our most important novelists, and she has given us her best book yet.
John Green - Author, VloggerE. Lockhart's Fly on the Wall is a unique, gripping, and beautifully written tale that stays with you long after you've finished reading.
Sarah Dessen - Young Adult AuthorFly on the Wall is a testament to E. Lockhart's talent and assurance. It's a smart, funny, and heartrending read.
David Levithan - Children's Book EditorFly on the Wall is a compelling, hilarious, and beautifully written novel. E. Lockhart is a master storyteller.
Holly Black - Fantasy WriterE. Lockhart's Fly on the Wall is a powerful, poignant, and wonderfully strange story. It's a book that will make you think, and it will make you feel.
Maureen Johnson - YA Fiction Author