--- product_id: 253529336 title: "Holding Up The Universe by Jennifer Niven - Paperback" price: "R424" currency: ZAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 6 url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/253529336-holding-up-the-universe-by-jennifer-niven-paperback store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # 4.5/5 star rating from 1,790 readers Puffin edition - trusted quality Top 500 in YA Romance & Social Issues Holding Up The Universe by Jennifer Niven - Paperback **Price:** R424 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 📖 Unlock empathy and connection with every page turned! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Holding Up The Universe by Jennifer Niven - Paperback - **How much does it cost?** R424 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/253529336-holding-up-the-universe-by-jennifer-niven-paperback) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Award-Winning Author:** From the bestselling mind behind 'All the Bright Places', expect masterful writing. - • **Relatable Characters:** Experience authentic, imperfect protagonists who redefine what it means to belong. - • **Top-Ranked Bestseller:** Join thousands of readers who propelled this book into the top 1% of YA fiction. - • **Heartfelt Storytelling:** Dive into a deeply emotional narrative that resonates with real-life struggles and triumphs. - • **Perfect for Millennial Bookworms:** A must-have paperback that sparks meaningful conversations on identity and acceptance. ## Overview Holding Up The Universe by Jennifer Niven is a critically acclaimed YA paperback published by Puffin, boasting a 4.5-star rating from nearly 1,800 readers. Ranked within the top 500 in young adult romance and social issues categories, this emotionally rich novel explores themes of identity, acceptance, and human connection through the lives of two unforgettable teens. Perfect for readers seeking a heartfelt, thought-provoking story that challenges societal perceptions. ## Description Gorgeously Written And Oh-So-Deeply Felt - Nicola Yoon, Author Of Everything Everything And The Sun Is Also A Starfrom The Author Of The New York Times Bestseller All The Bright Places Comes A Heart-Wrenching Story About What It Means To See And Love Someone For Who They Truly Are.Everyone Thinks They Know Libby Strout.I Know The Part I Want To Play Here At Mvb High. I Want To Be The Girl Who Can Do Anything.Once Dubed 'America'S Fattest Teen', She Is Only Seen For Her Weight. Not The Girl Underneath.Since Her Mum'S Death She'S Been Picking Up The Pieces In Private, Alone With Her Heartbroken Father.But Now, Libby Is Ready. She'S Ready For High School, For New Friends, For Love And For Every Possibility Life Has To Offer.Everyone Thinks They Know Jack Masselin Too.Be Charming. Be Hilarious. Don'T Get Too Close To Anyone.Yes, He'S Got Swagger, But He'S Also Mastered The Art Of Fitting In.What No One Knows Is That Jack Has A Secret: He Can'T Recognize Faces. Even His Own Brothers Are Strangers To Him.He'S The Guy Who Can Re-Engineer And Rebuild Anything, But He Can'T Understand What'S Going On With The Inner Workings Of His Own Brain.When Jack And Libby Meet, They Discover That The More Time They Spend Together, The Less Alone They Feel. Review: Great book. - I honestly think its a great book worth reading to pass time. People can relate to this well when it comes to high school, and relationships (especially with a popular boy). A great message is passed through this, however I think there could have been a bit more excitement added on to it, even though its quite amazing. I wont say its the best book ive read cause I did not get emotional whilst reading it, but I do recommend it, and is a great author. Review: Waited ages for this and I was not disappointed - I was a huge fan of 'All the Bright Places' and naturally I had to pre-order this book when I saw it. I wasn't expecting it to be as good as all the bright places but I was pleasantly proved wrong. This book is heartwarming and realistic in the best ways possible. The characters are far from perfect and that makes them so completely relatable. This book was so good that I devoured it within a few hours. There is so much more that I could say about the writing techniques and the way that you begin to root for the characters, but it would never compare to the reality. The best thing to do is read the book for yourself and fall in love with the characters yourself. ## Features - Puffin, A Great Option For A Book Lover - Ideal For A Bookworm - Comes In Good Condition ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #55,210 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #427 in Romance for Young Adults #478 in Books on Social & Family Issues for Young Adults #529 in Fiction About Social & Family Issues for Young Adults | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 1,790 Reviews | ## Images ![Holding Up The Universe by Jennifer Niven - Paperback - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81YxdTklRLL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great book. *by S***I on 19 December 2020* I honestly think its a great book worth reading to pass time. People can relate to this well when it comes to high school, and relationships (especially with a popular boy). A great message is passed through this, however I think there could have been a bit more excitement added on to it, even though its quite amazing. I wont say its the best book ive read cause I did not get emotional whilst reading it, but I do recommend it, and is a great author. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Waited ages for this and I was not disappointed *by E***N on 8 October 2016* I was a huge fan of 'All the Bright Places' and naturally I had to pre-order this book when I saw it. I wasn't expecting it to be as good as all the bright places but I was pleasantly proved wrong. This book is heartwarming and realistic in the best ways possible. The characters are far from perfect and that makes them so completely relatable. This book was so good that I devoured it within a few hours. There is so much more that I could say about the writing techniques and the way that you begin to root for the characters, but it would never compare to the reality. The best thing to do is read the book for yourself and fall in love with the characters yourself. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Five stars *by C***N on 22 October 2017* I was really happy with this book, I recommend it to everyone who enjoys Young Adults novels. It arrived on time and in good conditions. ## Frequently Bought Together - Holding Up The Universe - Every Last Word - All the Bright Places --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/253529336-holding-up-the-universe-by-jennifer-niven-paperback](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/253529336-holding-up-the-universe-by-jennifer-niven-paperback) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-08-11*