Dan's picks #3 " WINGER"

This book showcases an exceptionally smart and athletic teenager, and his adventures at his private boarding school.  The twist in our protagonist's journey, is that he is roomed with one of the biggest jerks on his rugby team. A side story also plays out with our character pursuing the girl he has always liked.

This story plays out somewhat predictable with our character getting in his share of trouble and crazy adventures, however the main reason I particularly like this book beside the impeccable writing style is the seamless and important inclusion of serious topics like bullying, self identity and even suicide. The author brings a gravity to the crazy shenanigans and makes this book worth picking up.