Holding Up the Universe

In "Holding Up the Universe," Jennifer Niven explores the lives of Libby Strout, once labeled “America’s Fattest Teen,” and Jack Masselin, a boy concealing his inability to recognize faces. As they navigate the challenges of high school—dealing with grief, fitting in, and unexpected circumstances—they find themselves in group counseling and community service together. Through their evolving friendship and budding romance, both discover the transformative power of truly seeing and understanding one another, against the backdrop of their unique struggles.