57 pages • 1 hour read
Ann NapolitanoHello Beautiful
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2023A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
Hello Beautiful by Ann Napolitano follows William Waters, a lonely child whose sister's death leaves his parents emotionally withdrawn, leading to his own struggles with depression. He finds solace in basketball and later meets Julia Padavano, whose vibrant family becomes intertwined with his life. After he suffers a career-ending injury, their lives face dramatic changes, ultimately leading to familial reconnection and personal redemption. The novel contains discussions of mental illness and death by suicide.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Ann Napolitano's Hello Beautiful masterfully explores complex family dynamics and emotional resilience. Critics praise its rich character development and engaging narrative style. However, some find it overly sentimental and predictable. Overall, the novel is celebrated for its poignant storytelling and vivid portrayal of human relationships.
Who Should Read Hello Beautiful?
A reader who enjoys Hello Beautiful by Ann Napolitano is likely to appreciate intricate family dynamics, emotional depth, and character-driven narratives. Fans of Louisa May Alcott's Little Women and Celeste Ng's Little Fires Everywhere will be drawn to the complex relationships and rich storytelling found in Napolitano's work.
RecommendedReading Age
18+yearsBook Details
Historical Fiction
Romance
Relationships: Family
Relationships: Siblings
Emotions/Behavior: Love