The Hottie and the Fatty

by Segunda L.

After getting slapped by his girlfriend in front of everyone, high school basketball team captain Jared Kippling needed something to vent off stress. A fat girl in his class happened to be the receiver of his wrath. But it turned out this girl was the daughter of one of his dad's potential business client. Jared's dad offered him a deal—befriend fatty and make a good impression on her father—in exchange for a Mercedes-Benz he had his eyes set on. Befriending a fatty? Walk in the park.

A Jurassic Park!

What Jared didn't expect was he was going to be caught in an embarrassing moment with her in a locker room, get punched by her childhood friend, get lost in a forest with her and of course, falling in love with her wasn't part of the plan either.

Genres: Romance, Young Adult, Contemporary, Fiction, Contemporary Romance, Plus Size, High School

256 pages, Kindle Edition

First published February 22, 2015

About the author

Segunda L. is often busy daydreaming and in rare occasions that she isnt, you'll find her hanging out with cousins or friends, possibly in a loud fit of giggle. She also enjoys writing down about her daydreams and turning it into novels.

A real home buddy by heart, she feels great relief when scheduled events are cancelled. She does make up for it by throwing fun slumber parties.



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Reviews

[Jenny Lee · Rating 1 out of 5]

If you want to read this hoping it might be a good body positive book, don't bother. It's very anti-fat. The author is either thin or has a lot of internalized fat-phobia. The "fatty" who's name is Samara is very stereotypical because apparently the only kind of fat women people know how to write are lazy, over-eaters. She has no depth at all and is just a big cliche. And then there is the part where the book tries to say that all fat people are unhealthy by making Jared force Samara into exercising and eating food she doesn't like because he claims to "care about her health" even though there is no mention of her being unhealthy at all. But hey, she's fat so she might be right????? HEY, GUESS WHAT. Fat does not equal unhealthy! and the fact that this book pushed the idea that fat people are slobby, unhealthy people, made me want to smash my fat face into a wall. Honestly, this book is so offensive on so many levels. It's triggering, has no character development, is full of stereotypes for fat people, and the main character is the absolute worst.

Apparently it's far-fetched to believe that fat women be treated with care and respect in literature.

[Suzanne · Rating 3 out of 5]

I was surprised I liked it. Grammatical errors were an issue. People are being too harsh on the reviews of this book however. The ugly things the character said were realistic. I have heard similar bullying as I was growing up. I find it shocking that anyone would pick up a book with this title and think it's going to not have things in it that are not only going to offend but supposed to offend. That's the point people. He changes slowly throughout the book because of her and she evolves as well. That is what makes for good reading. The characters are growing up and reaching new depths, even the bully who started out pretty shallow at first glance. I am unhappy that it is a series and did not even hint that it was until suddenly the book just stops at a point where continuation is necessary.

[Yue]

The guy is a gigantic douche-bag. I've read the first page only and I can't continue. What an a**hole.

[Weezie · Rating 1 out of 5]

Well, there's a few hours of my life that I'll never get back. (Also, there will be spoilers in this review.)

First, I want to say that I was entirely put off by the amount of spelling mistakes and grammatically errors. I get it, there are some in every book you read, but the sheer amount in this book was kind of terrifying. It very much read like it went from rough draft to ebook without any kind of finishing or editing.

The characters were dull, flat, and had absolutely no growth. There was no character arc in this book- Jared stayed a bastard all the way through and Samara... well, I probably would have bullied her, too, if I'm honest. They were just bad characters.

Also, this book is sold as if there is some redemption arc for Jared. There isn't. It's also sold as if there is going to be a relationship between Jared and Samara. It doesn't happen.

Truly, this is barely a step above 'My Immortal'.

[Cara Desire · Rating 2 out of 5]

It can be summarized as a giant piece of cheese straight from the anime world that needs major editing and to be replaced in the fan fiction genre. Fiction generally speaking is nonsense, not real, fake. A good fictional novel is an artfully written acceptable nonsense. The author creates a world that the reader accept even if they both know it's not real. This book is the antonym of a good fictional novel. This author needs to know that things that are accepted in movies are not necessarily accepted in books. A scene that is funny and totally acceptable in Naruto will probably make no sense in a book. How does anyone anywhere just randomly land in a forest and climb a tree for the first time like it was just a freaking breeze? No one ever! You would have to climb the tallest tree in the forest in order to oversee your way out. This book was a total waste of time. If there's a sequel and if it's free, I will attempt to read it just to see the progress of that author's writing. It's worth one star. The second star is because the author managed to get me read her entire piece of cheese.

[Kindle · Rating 2 out of 5]

Gah!

This is one of those books that I started, but only finished because I couldn't look away.. The writing and grammar and even the content was a train wreck - yet I couldn't stop staring.

The main idea of the story was so unrealistic. Not because a hot guy can't like a fat girl, but because of how quickly he feels like he's "in love" with her and the fact that she forgives him for the way he acts. No one should ever be treated like that or be suddenly so accepting of someone who did.

Besides the plot issues, gosh this thing needs an editor. I feel like the book was taken straight off of Wattpad without any editing or even a glance over.

*spoiler*

I'm super glad she chose the right guy I'm the end and that's what got it the extra star. I was so afraid for most of the book that she would chose the wrong guy. There's a set up for book two at the end, but I'm not interested at all.

[Samantha Mcclain · Rating 1 out of 5]

Horrible

I just can't believe this book the things the main character said to the girl were just horrible. I don't know what the author was think. The things that he said to the girl are so horrible they are things that make a girl cause major depression, think about suicide or ruin all four year of a girl high school life. There not just said an swept under the rug and then they magically fall in love. Just think twice before reading. I know I should of guess what this book would have been like by the tile. I had read other books about heavier girl but none were ever this mean.

[Crystal Jones · Rating 2 out of 5]

There was no character depth and it had stereotypical high school personas. The plot line was predictable and hard to read at times. Jared was overly cruel to Samara way too much in the beginning and I don't understand why the word "fatty" was repeated over and over again. We got the picture.

Lastly, for all that is holy and readable, get an editor. This had so many grammatical errors that it was hard to read at times. If I didn't see the potential at all I wouldn't have finished it to begin with.

[KaleighJRain · Rating 1 out of 5]

I really wanted to like this book, but I didn't at ALL. First, I couldn't feel for the characters, they had no depth. Neither Jared or Samara changed during the book. There was no development. Second, the book description sells the book as a love story between Jared and Samara, SPOILER-(it wasn't at all). The ending really sucked, it wasn't what I expected or wanted. But I will say I liked the story's concept and the theme that everyone deserves love. Overall I wish I didn't read it.

[Julxxx Pxxx · Rating 5 out of 5]

I understand all the bad reviews about that book. The title is too placativ, the male protagonist is not the typical hero. On the contrary, Jared is a jerk. But he changes during the book and his character development is something good about the story. At the end of the book he isnt a jerk anymore and Samaras looks dont annoy him anymore. The book is different . Thats what I liked the most. I didnt think it would end like that.

[readingwith__a · Rating 3 out of 5]

Loved the book some this were boring but I didn't like the ending very disappointing

[Dani · Rating 3 out of 5]

The story was good but it could have used more editing. The grammatical errors kind of distracted from the story at a couple of points. I'm looking forward to seeing how things play out in book two!

[Sheri · Rating 1 out of 5]

I could have edited this book better than it was edited.

[Stormy · Rating 3 out of 5]

WTH

I gave this book three stars because of the ending. It would have been a higher rating but I hate books that end like that without a warning. Note to authors include cliffhanger warnings. They really suck when your engrossed and the book just ends. I really hope there is a second book with an ending. I don’t understand why it just couldn’t be a longer book and have a conclusion. I know I’m whining but seriously I’m so annoyed right now.

[Sherri · Rating 1 out of 5]

I came across this on a “bully” list and thought it sounded ok. The ending was a huge disappointment. it said “end of book 1” but there never was a number 2. The book was way too long for the overall lack of content. Right now, I’m regretting reading it because nothing bothers me more than stupid unsatisfying cliffhanger endings!!

[Nicole Houser · Rating 3 out of 5]

I actually really enjoyed this book. It was very entertaining.

The only thing I HATE is when authors promise books and then never release them. This isn't the first time I've read something like that either.
Is there going to be a book 2?

[Michele · Rating 2 out of 5]

Good storyline...poor writing

I loved the storyline of this book, but the writing is terrible. So much of it just doesn’t make sense. I had to read and reread so much of it just to make sense.

[Books _And _A beat · Rating 2 out of 5]

Holy Icecream, what did I just read?

I hate giving bad reviews but I deadass couldn't read this book, DNF, I think I read5 pages and that was it. The guy was huge asshole. I couldn't read anymore. I'm so sorry. 👀😢💔

[Sarah · Rating 2 out of 5]

IM SO CONFUSED LMAO

[Lila · Rating 2 out of 5]

There is still more to the story and this is very stereotypical I don’t recommend 🙄😒

[Esmee · Rating 2 out of 5]

80 procent volgehouden. Wat een dom en onnodig verhaal.. totaal geen chemistry eigenlijk en de ml is echt een klootzak van een fboy...

[daisy · Rating 3 out of 5]

What?????!?!😭
I thought this was a finished book, why the cliffhanger?😭😭

[Keishanna]

Do Not Read This Book........if you are looking for a kind,loving,all or nothing book boyfriend. And Definitely Don't Read This Of Your Looking For Funny Light Hearted Read. Reading this book was a pain in my ass. I basically disliked every character in this story beside Trix that was until the end but, my dislike for Jared was the strongest he was a dick from beginning to the end. Please do not get me started on Sammy, and with that being said I give this book No Stars.

[Inkululeku · Rating 1 out of 5]

This is probably the worst book I've ever read in my life and that is saying something.

There's no character development. Jared is an asshole and stays an asshole. The book is way too short for him or any of the other characters to show any depth. The author tries - but it just doesn't lead anywhere. If Jared has an emotional problem, there's no explanation as to why - it is just assumed that the reader will fill in that substory, hell no. This book should have stayed very simple instead of trying to be complex - because it failed miserably. Also a cliffhanger ending, for real?

The main problem I have with this book is that everything and I mean EVERYTHING that happens is !!!really!!! unrealistic. Now I've read my fair share of chicklit and am always interested in reading a take on the "guy falls for chubby chick" storyline, but this was just too much. I was cringing throughout most of the book.

I don't know the author but I'm assuming she must be very young - there's a lot of potential for improvement.

[Char ღ Denae · Rating 3 out of 5]

The premise for, The Hottie and the Fatty, sounded like a really good story. While I did enjoy the story, mostly, the abrupt cliffhanger with no information on the sequel, was an unpleasant surprise. I also feel that this story could be terrific if a good editor had a go at it. That said, I really liked the character, Jared. Though he was a major butthead in the beginning, I liked how he changed his way of thinking even before his dad offered him a prize for befriending Samara. Samara is an awesome character. Her 'in-your-face, I-don't-care-what-you-think', attitude about her weight, endeared her forever to my heart. Her sense of humor and tender heart, makes me think that I may check out that sequel, if it ever becomes available.

[Gary A. Eizenwasser · Rating 1 out of 5]

One of the worst books I've ever read

Where to start with this book... First thing the grammar was absolutely horrible! One or two errors is fine but it was the same stupid mistakes over and over again. Honestly, I've read a book written by a twelve year old that's better than this. The character progression makes no sense and neither does the ending. Jared couldn't have gone from calling Samara fatty to liking her within seconds. The flow was unnatural. And the ending made no sense. Jared and tried barely had any interaction. This book I'd horrible. Instead of reading this, a great similar Book is Reasons I fell for the funny fat friend by cassie mae. Much better than this book.

[Queen I of Book Whore. · Rating 1 out of 5]

Am not one for writing reviews but this books warrants for one and if i had a choice i would rate it a zero but this book is a shit fest! Really disappointing for a genre(bbw) that's becoming popular. The characters didn't blend together as well as the story,the ending irritated me more,the douche bag hero change to good guy wasn't felt,he was too much of a pill to swallow and the writing of the heroine was depressing,the author's depiction of big women is totally wrong and offensive....the execution from start to finish of this book is a total fucken flop!!!! Was really looking forward to reading this when i first came across it! Can't get back the hours i wasted on this piece of shit.

[Karen R · Rating 1 out of 5]

I have never read a book as horrible as this one in my life and let me tell you I am never one to talk bad about books but I just had to on this one the main character Jared was such an annoying asshole during the whole book he couldn't stop talking about how good looking he is and blah blah the hole book was pointless

[Joni Carlton · Rating 1 out of 5]

This was a mind numbing experience. I wanted to like it, but I just couldnt. First and foremost is the number of grammatical errors and clear lack of editing/proofreading. THEN the story. I liked the concept. Everyone needs love, fluffy or not! This story just bombed for me though. I tried to like it!! I really did.

[Scott Powell · Rating 1 out of 5]

I just don't understand. There is not a ending to the book and why do I want to read a book from the POV of a character that doesn't get the girl? The second book may finish the story, but since it isn't out and was supposed to be out last year it seems we won't get the whole story. Waste of my time.