"Readers will relate to Eve's story."

"Wishinsky captures the often brutal high school environment very well...The storyline is fast-paced and interesting while being written at a readability level which will appeal to those who struggle with reading. Eve's predicament reflects the issues that many young women in middle and high school have body image."

"Any teenage girls who have felt insecure or excluded will enjoy, and be inspired by, Eve no matter what they think of her weight…Readers will devour Blob in the same way Eve devours chocolate bars: after a taste you won't be able to stop until it's finished. Blob should be required reading for tween and teenage girls, or anyone who has ever been a teenager. Highly Recommended."

"Examines a very common struggle…Wishinsky's character feels the frustration of dieting but learns to handle her situation in a healthy way, both physically and mentally. She provides teens with a positive role model for dealing with a weight issue."

"Examines a very common struggle…Wishinsky's character feels the frustration of dieting but learns to handle her situation in a healthy way, both physically and mentally. She provides teens with a positive role model for dealing with a weight issue."

Eve has gotten fat over the summer and feels like a blob. Unfortunately she is starting a new high school, and her friend, Sarah, seems to not want to be seen with her. Sarah aligns with Zoe, who continually taunts Eve about her weight. Eve's mother helps her with dieting and supports her in the best ways she can, including the purchase of some new clothes. But Eve is still miserable and feels terribly isolated and taunted by other teens. Sitting alone in the lunchroom is the most difficult. Will anyone want to befriend her? She tries mentoring, and her student actually helps in a most direct way. Stephanie reminds her every time she goes overboard with food. Eventually some of her old and new friends return, and her confidence grows. This coming-of-age story depicts common problems that young teens experience. Catchy quotes at the beginning of each chapter include "Never eat more than you can lift."—Miss Piggy. Reviewer: Naomi Butler