About a Boy - A novel by Nick Hornby

No man is an island. Nick Hornby comments on the human condition and the need for companionship in his bestselling novel, About a Boy. Following the intertwined stories of “cool bachelor” Will Freeman and Marcus Brewer, a tragically awkward middle schooler just trying to cope, the novel reminds readers that “growing up” is a process we go through several times throughout the course of our lives, and further that leaning on each other is inevitable. As Will targets single mothers to date, Marcus finds interest in girls for the first time. This is just one example of their mirrored experiences. With this, they are able to build their friendship and seek advice on similar issues. Charming, smart, heart-warming, and beyond witty, About a Boy will likely live on to achieve more than simply a “best seller” credit.