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Chapter Book · Ages 13–17 · 2012 · Est. 6 hour read
Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe
Written by Benjamin Alire Sáenz
Book #1 in the Aristotle and Dante series
Two teens form a life-changing friendship, uncovering truths about themselves.
4.3/5 Goodreads · 691,361 ratings
390 pages· 64,842 words· Est. 6 hour read
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Bookroo's summary
Ari, a troubled teen with a brother in prison, meets Dante, a curious soul with a unique perspective. Their unlikely friendship blossoms at a swimming pool, leading them to explore deep questions about identity and family. As they navigate their complex worlds, Ari and Dante discover profound truths that redefine who they are and who they aspire to be. Will their bond withstand the challenges they face, and what revelations will it bring about their lives?
From the publisher
A Time Best YA Book of All Time (2021) A lyrical novel about family and friendship from critically acclaimed author Benjamin Alire Sáenz. Aristotle is an angry teen with a brother in prison. Dante is a know-it-all who has an unusual way of looking at the world. When the two meet at the swimming pool, they seem to have nothing in common. But as the loners start spending time together, they discover that they share a special friendship–the kind that changes lives and lasts a lifetime. And it is through this friendship that Ari and Dante will learn the most important truths about themselves and the kind of people they want to be.
At a glance
- Format
- Pages
- 390
- Words
- 64,842
- Reading age
- 13–17
- Audience
- Young Adult
- Lexile
- HL380L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 2.9
- F&P level
- ~K
- AR points
- 8
- AR interest level
- UG
- AR quiz
- 149873
Publication
- Published
- February 21, 2012
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Chapter Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9781442408920
- LCCN
- 2010033649
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