Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe

By Benjamin Alire Sáenz

Book Overview

Now a major motion picture starring Max Pelayo, Reese Gonzales, and Eva Longoria
A Time Best YA Book of All Time (2021)

A lyrical novel about family and friendship from critically acclaimed author Benjamin Alire S enz.

Aristotle is an angry teen with a brother in prison. Dante is a know-it-all who has an unusual way of looking at the world. When the two meet at the swimming pool, they seem to have nothing in common. But as the loners start spending time together, they discover that they share a special friendship--the kind that changes lives and lasts a lifetime. And it is through this friendship that Ari and Dante will learn the most important truths about themselves and the kind of people they want to be.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1442408928
• ISBN13: 9781442408920
• Release Date: February 2012
• Publisher: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
• Length: 368 Pages
• Weight: 1.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.4" x 5.6" x 8.3"
• Age Range: 13 to 17 years
• Grade Range: Grades 8 to 12

Customer Reviews

It WILL Change Your Life

I guaranteer reading this book will change your life! It is so well written and to the point. I read the whole thing in a day, I promise you this book is worth every single good review and every penny spent on it. Rarely yo books effect me so deeply, but this has left a lasting impact. It was the perfect summer read, however I'm it'd be a great fall/winter read as well. I'm still blown away by it's purity and emotional intensity.

Can't wait to read it again

This book got me through some hard times. My friend loned it to me during those dark times, and it brought me so much comfort. I can't wait to read it again

Favorite Book in A While

I just absolutely loved this book. It leaves a feeling of fulfillment and curiosity at the end of every chapter. Easily relatable.

Absolutely Beautiful

This lyrical, emotional, real book is a masterpiece. It is one if the best books I’ve ever read. It changed my life. I highly recommend it.

Worth a read.

This book suddenly switches gears midway through and the transition is awkward. The ending, though very touching, is implausibe. Otherwise the book was fine.

Beautiful and moving, worth a second read!

I read this entire book in two sittings. I just kept hanging on to see how things were going to happen. So many emotions. It honestly made me cry about three times by the end. It is AMAZING. Definitely a must read and 100% in agreement with all the awards it’s won. Beautiful story.

Brilliant book!

This book has a sweet and touching story about two queer boys coming to terms with each other and themselves. It’s a compelling story that I would recommend to anyone who enjoys reading about complex characters and unapologetic themes.

A wonderful book about discovering yourself

Aritotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe sends a message about self-discovery. It isn’t written wonderfully, and tells that it’s okay to love who you love.

I absolutely loved this book! The characters were very real and very likable and the issues the book delves into from their perspective are presented in such an honest way. The book takes place over the course of a couple years and so I really enjoyed watching the characters grow and watching the evolution of friendship between Aristotle and Dante. I highly recommend reading this book!