Description: "Chronically ill seventeen-year-old Ivy, finds solace in baking and watching the Food Network to cope with her illness and social anxiety, but when she meets a cute classmate with the same juvenile rheumatoid arthritis diagnosis, she must decide whether to maintain a faðcade or be brave and let go in their budding romance"--
Review Quotes: "Frank, sweet, and uplifting."--Kirkus Reviews
"Neatly paced, insightful prose punctuated by text exchanges and sweet dates depict Ivy and Grant's slow-burn romance. Ivy's introspections about RA are realistic, nuanced, and informed by debut author Eller's personal experiences, as discussed in an endnote.."--Publishers Weekly "Beyond a simple romance. . . Though the well for the sick-teen-romance genre seems to never run dry, this one feels fresh thanks to its highlighting of misunderstood chronic illnesses and focus on support rather than trauma."--The Bulletin "Joined at the Joints is full of heart, showcasing the importance of love and community. Marissa Eller serves up a sweet and affirming story that embraces the unpredictability of chronic illness."--Anna Sortino, award-winning author of Give Me a Sign and On the Bright Side "Eller's joyful romance starring chronically ill teens is just as sweet as her protagonist Ivy's baking. Joined at the Joints delves into the vast variety of lived experiences of chronic illness in a way that will make readers feel seen. A delightful, heartfelt read."--Lillie Lainoff, award-winning author of One for All "Joined at the Joints combines vital chronic illness representation, a sweet-as-pie romance, and the power of the disability community. Marissa Eller has the perfect recipe for an affirming and adorable debut."--Claire Forrest, award-winning author of Where You See Yourself "In Joined at the Joints, Marissa Eller has written a deeply compassionate debut. Beautifully romantic and achingly relatable, this book puts disabled teens at the center of their own love story--exactly where they should be."--Melissa See, author of Love Letters for Joy and You, Me, and Our Heartstrings