Their bond is both heartwarming and heartbreaking, and their conversations about life, death, and the universe are both thought-provoking and poignant. Peterson, an elderly man with a passion for Kurt Vonnegut and a terminal illness. I found myself rooting for Alex and his unlikely friendship with Mr. The characters are all incredibly well-developed, and their struggles and triumphs feel real and relatable. His journey is heartwarming and inspiring, as he navigates the challenges of growing up and finding his place in the world. From this moment on, Alex's life takes an unexpected turn as he becomes an outcast in his small town and develops an interest in science and philosophy. The main character, Alex Woods, was struck by a meteorite as a young boy and left with a permanent scar on his head. I don’t even remember how I came to read Gavin Extence's debut novel "The Universe Versus Alex Woods" in the first place but while having forgotten over lots of books since, “Alex” has stayed with me because this is more than a coming-of-age story.
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