47 pages • 1 hour read
Jesse AndrewsMe and Earl and the Dying Girl
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2012A 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
Me and Earl and the Dying Girl by Jesse Andrews follows Greg Gaines, a high school senior who navigates life by staying under the radar while making secret films with his friend Earl. Greg's plan is disrupted when his mom urges him to befriend Rachel Kushner, a classmate with leukemia. Through their evolving friendship, Greg confronts his social anxieties, deals with the reality of illness, and eventually turns his focus toward writing and filmmaking as a means of personal expression and growth.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Me and Earl and the Dying Girl by Jesse Andrews is praised for its authentic, humorous narrative and unique character voices. Readers appreciate its candid approach to serious themes, though some find the humor occasionally insensitive. The book's distinctive style and emotional depth have resonated with many, despite mixed feelings about its handling of sensitive topics.
Who Should Read Me and Earl and the Dying Girl?
Readers who enjoyed The Fault in Our Stars by John Green or Looking for Alaska will likely appreciate Me and Earl and the Dying Girl by Jesse Andrews. This novel appeals to young adults who favor humor intertwined with poignant, coming-of-age stories centered on friendship and dealing with serious illness.
RecommendedReading Age
14-18yearsLexile Level
820L