About This Book
Reach for this book when your teenager feels like an misunderstood outsider or is struggling with the messy realities of puberty and family life. Written as a secret diary, it offers a hilariously honest look at the inner life of a self-proclaimed intellectual who is navigating skin breakouts, height insecurities, and a highly dysfunctional household. It serves as a mirror for the awkwardness of the mid-teens, validating that it is normal to feel smarter than your parents while simultaneously feeling completely lost. While Adrian is often self-centered, he also demonstrates deep compassion by caring for an elderly neighbor and worrying about his parents' crumbling relationship. Parents will appreciate the way it uses satire to address complex topics like British politics, class, and divorce. It is an excellent choice for opening a dialogue about body image and the pressure to fit in, providing a safe space to laugh at the very things that usually cause teenagers the most stress.
