Ari's life has it's ups and downs. His mother is a talented artist, and she tries to be an ok mom, but her mind is more occupied by her art than her son Ari. His father was around for awhile, but in recent years, he has found many excuses to be absent most of the time.
Ari has always been big. Lately, he has been the target for bullies because of his weight and his confidence is badly shaken. In a rare moment his mother shows concern and takes him to see a doctor who suggests a keto type diet. She puts her energy into help Ari for the first time in his memory.
School is out for the summer vacation so Ari and his mother move into an old nursery which becomes a studio for her art creations. With his mother's full support, he begins Level 1 of his diet. Another big change is having a girl named Lisa come to stay with them when her mother enters rehab. Ari has known Lisa from school, but they form a fast friendship as the summer unfolds. With Lisa and his friend Pick there to distract him, Ari begins to slim down and feel comfortable with himself for the first time.
ALL OF ME by author Chris Baron explores the ageless question "Who Am I?" as Ari seeks to make positive changes in his young life. Through Ari's summer journey, readers will learn that change isn't easy and it is definitely not instantaneous. Ari's struggle is real and at times frustrating, but his determination is inspiring. Written in verse, ALL OF ME is a fast read with plenty for everyone.
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