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Reader reviewed by mamabrat

     Lia's in big trouble and nobody realizes it.  Her mom demands she that she eats and get better but is too busy saving other peoples lives to find out why Lia doesn't. Her father tries to pretend that everything is fine and will go away with enough time. Her stepmom wants to help but doesn't know how and is afraid of doing the wrong thing. Lia feels she's in control. The pain and the hunger will make her stronger and she won't quit until she hits her goal, even when she realizes that she will never hit that goal until the scale reads 00. Will Lia open her eyes before she closes them forever?

   Wintergirls gives the reader a realistic look into the world of someone suffering from an eating disorder. It also gives parents an idea just how far someone with an eating disorder will go to read it. Wintergirls is a must read for teens and parents alike. The truth of it will leave you cold