'Kim' by Beatrice Sparks is a powerful novel that delves into the struggles of a weight-conscious college girl named Kim. The story follows Kim's journey as she becomes obsessed with achieving the "perfect" body, leading to dangerous consequences both mentally and physically. The book touches on themes of eating disorders, self-esteem issues, and the challenges faced by young adults in fitting in and finding themselves.
The narrative style of 'Kim' is presented in the form of a diary written by an anonymous teenager, providing a firsthand account of Kim's battle with anorexia. The book offers a detailed insight into the effects of the illness on Kim's body and mind, showcasing her journey from the beginning of her illness to seeking help and recovery. Despite some inconsistencies noted by readers, the book offers a raw and intimate portrayal of anorexia from the perspective of the person experiencing it.
From The Publisher:
I am so scared.
I feel like I'm silently screaming for help
and no one pays any attention of tries to hear me.
I can't control anything anymore.
It's all out to get me!
When Kim can't handle things, she eats. Then she purges. Sometimes she fasts. She knows she isn't as thin as the other girls on her gymnastics team, and she's worried that now, away from home for the first time as a college freshman, she won't be able to live up to expectations - especially her own. Eating is the one thing she can control - or can she?
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