And it disrespect everyone who deals with this struggle every day. What annoyed me was that she was cured in a month. That part I had no problem with, and though was decently written. The build up of how she slides into the disorder was decent, the thoughts of control all that. Hannah, the main character develops an eating disorder as a method of control in her uncontrollable life. Knowing that our library has the perfect book for just the right person waiting to read Hannah's story Read more Learning something about myself when I least expect it

If you’ve ever worried about fitting in, follow Hannah on her journey and she just may inspire you too. I wish this book had been around for me then. It took me back to when I was in middle school. Reasons To Be Happy was touching and inspiring. She thought she had found a secret remedy, but was it really helping or only making things worse? What happened to the girl she used to be and how could she get her back?

Hannah had to find a way to deal with it all. She was afraid that she’d never be able to live up to her parents expectations. This led her to doubt everything about herself, including the things that made her the most happy, like her artwork and running. But on the first day at her new school, she unintentionally became part of the mean-girls clique. Hannah was always okay with being the plain-jane, ordinary daughter of two of Hollywood’s most glamourous stars. She was even excited to start her 8th grade year in a new school. So much so that she kept a list of all of the things that made her happy. I had no idea it would have such an impact on me! Looking at the cover of this book, I was expecting a light, fluffy chick-lit story. 'Kittle crafts a disturbing but compelling ipping read.'- Publishers Weekly Read more 'With subtle yet shimmering insight, Kittle explores the resilience of human nature.'- Booklist So, the real question is, how do I get that girl back? Let's see, you could be the plain Jane daughter of two gorgeous famous people, move to a new school, have no real friends, and your mom could get sick, and, oh yeah, you could have the most embarrassing secret in the world. What happened to the girl who wrote those things? I miss that girl. Dancing like an idiot when no one is watching Getting yourself all freaked out after a scary movieĢ5. Imagine your parents are beautiful famous actors and you're going through your awkward stage for all the world to see! In acclaimed author Katrina Kittle's tween debut, Hannah is the ugly duckling in a family of swans and takes drastic measures to live up to Hollywood's impossible standards.Ģ4. This is a powerful book, and I recommend it for anyone who has ever worried about how to fit in.'-Kristina McBride, author of The Tension of Opposites 'Gripping! I was instantly swept away by Hannah's struggles and greatly inspired by her journey.

Reasons to Be Happy by Katrina Kittle