Webster's dictionary defines agoraphobia as an "abnormal fear of being helpless in an embarrassing or unescapable situation that is characterized especially by the avoidance of open or public places." Solomon's agoraphobia is so severe that he hasn't stepped outside his house in three years, and he is mostly fine about this. However, Liz, a girl from his previous school, is not. Liz dreams of being a psychologist. She thinks that she can "cure" him and that writing about her success will win her a desperately-need college scholarship. As Liz and her charming boyfriend Clark befriend Solomon, their friendship starts to transform Solomon, but when Solomon is not the only one transformed by their relationship, everything may backfire for all of them. There is an honesty to the characters and relationships in the book that will draw you in and make you cheer for all three main characters. Solomon is self-depricating, Liz is passionate, and Clark is charming. Just like us, they make mistakes, and it is the lies, insecruities, and fears they all hold on to that threaten their happiness. What elevates this novel is that is more about human nature than a single mental health condition. Like Solomon, the reader will be transformed whether they want to or not! Highly recommended!
Highly Illogical Behavior by John Corey Whaley
Webster's dictionary defines agoraphobia as an "abnormal fear of being helpless in an embarrassing or unescapable situation that is characterized especially by the avoidance of open or public places." Solomon's agoraphobia is so severe that he hasn't stepped outside his house in three years, and he is mostly fine about this. However, Liz, a girl from his previous school, is not. Liz dreams of being a psychologist. She thinks that she can "cure" him and that writing about her success will win her a desperately-need college scholarship. As Liz and her charming boyfriend Clark befriend Solomon, their friendship starts to transform Solomon, but when Solomon is not the only one transformed by their relationship, everything may backfire for all of them. There is an honesty to the characters and relationships in the book that will draw you in and make you cheer for all three main characters. Solomon is self-depricating, Liz is passionate, and Clark is charming. Just like us, they make mistakes, and it is the lies, insecruities, and fears they all hold on to that threaten their happiness. What elevates this novel is that is more about human nature than a single mental health condition. Like Solomon, the reader will be transformed whether they want to or not! Highly recommended!
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