I loved the story, the world building and meeting the different characters. I felt completely immersed in the story and couldn't stop reading it.

okay, i have extremely mixed views on this book. i loved it for the representation and how it was written; it gave me ellen hopkins vibes. but there were parts that really upset me.

ie: "I didn't know boys could have eating disorders." and how she treated her mom at times. the "if you loved me, you wouldn't have left me here" really upset me.

but I also am recovered from my own eating disorder so I know how the brain works then, so I do understand it at the same time; which leaves me so conflicted.

i rated: 3.5 stars.

This is heart wrenching. If you’ve ever wanted to know what it’s like to live in a hospital ward, specifically for eating disorders, you need to read this. If you or someone you love suffers from body dysmorphia and/or an eating disorder, you also need to read this. You can slide right into Evie’s shoes. Her words paint such a vivid picture that you feel like you are actually in the same room with her. I can’t get over this book. My heart aches for the 14-year-old protagonist. Oof. Right in the feels.

This should be required reading. Full stop.

Thank you to NetGalley and Rocky Pond Books for an eARC in exchange for my honest opinion. I am writing this review voluntarily.

Quick read, told in verse, about a young girl named Evie who is entering inpatient eating disorder treatment. She has a hard time accepting that she needs help, and resists treatment at first. Other characters include other patients, including one boy, and the treatment center staff, along with Evie's family.

Perfect for fans of Wintergirls or Ellen Hopkins' books. This has the obvious trigger warning of eating disorders, reading with caution if that's something that might trigger you.

I liked the verse used to tell the story in Light Enough to Float. It certainly showed the problematic side of in-patient treatment, from harsh staff, inappropriate approach to food and weight, and the difficulty of being trapped. It could have avoided using calorie numbers, as that can be triggering for some. I did appreciate the internal thoughts of the protagonist and the dysfunction of a family an ED can bring to light.

this was so beautiful. at first i thought the formatting was a little weird, but it ended up working out well, i loved this