Point of View

"Fat Kid Rules the World" by K. L. Going is written in a first-person subjective point of view. The main character is Troy, a 17-year-old boy who is almost 300 lbs. This point of view is important to the story because it shows the character's innermost thoughts and feelings. The point of view is very consistent and never wavers from Troy's point of view. This helps the reader truly identify with the main character. It shows the progression of his thoughts and actions, thus clearly detailing his growth.

Setting

This novel takes place in the city. It makes sense with the story because one of the main characters is a homeless boy who comes from a hard background. He is addicted to prescription medication, and nobody seems to really care. He finds his own shelter and moves from place to place without anyone bothering him. The city...