XL follows Will Daughtry, a sixteen-year-old who has spent most of his life feeling small — both literally and figuratively. Just shy of five feet tall, he’s used to being overlooked, overshadowed, and stuck in the friend zone. But everything changes when Will suddenly shoots up in height, transforming overnight from “the short kid” into someone everyone notices. As he adjusts to his new body, Will must also navigate shifting friendships, unexpected romantic attention, and the widening gap between who he was and who he’s becoming. Blending humor with heartfelt moments, the story explores identity, confidence, and the complicated transition from adolescence to adulthood when life changes faster than you can keep up.
Technical Details:
Pages: 320
Publication Year: 2019
Publisher: Alfred A. Knopf Books for Young Readers
Language: English
Original Language: English
