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Gi Gi

by Mary Frances

A young swimmer’s path through body shaming and recovery

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A young swimmer’s path through body shaming and recovery

Set in a high school swimming community, *Gi Gi* centers on the effects of a teammate’s body shaming as GiGi develops anorexia and her health declines. The story connects her recovery with the support of her best friend and former coach, as well as a scripture that helps her reconsider her sense of worth. Its themes include disordered eating, bullying, faith, friendship, and rebuilding self-esteem. GiGi’s journey extends from hospitalization and rehabilitation to graduation, framing recovery as a process of confronting harmful influences and adopting healthier habits.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Teens and young adults interested in stories about high school relationships and social pressures.
  • Readers seeking fiction that addresses anorexia, body shaming, and recovery.
  • Readers interested in stories where faith and supportive relationships are part of a character’s recovery.

Themes

Body shaming and bullyingAnorexia and recoveryFaith and self-worthFriendship and supportResilience

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Book overview

GiGi Carabella, a high school swimmer at Blythewood High School, is ensnared in a brutal rivalry with Vanessa, her jealous teammate. Vanessa's envy morphs into relentless body shaming, shattering GiGi's self-esteem and pushing her towards anorexia.

 

As GiGi's health deteriorates, despite her best friend Hannah's support, she finds herself hospitalized and on the brink of death. In rehab, she confronts the emotional scars from Vanessa's torment and discovers a scripture that reignites her sense of worth.

 

Empowered by her faith and the encouragement of Hannah and Marcus, her former swim coach, GiGi embarks on a challenging recovery journey. She learns to combat the toxic influences in her life and gradually embraces healthier habits. By graduation, GiGi has transformed, thriving in all areas of life, free from Vanessa's shadow.

 

Her deepening bond with Marcus blossoms into romance as she steps confidently into a hopeful future, resilient from overcoming her harrowing past.

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