Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe (Aristotle and Dante #1)

A Time Best YA Book of All Time (2021)
A Pura Belpré Honor Book
A Stonewall Honor Book

Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe is the beloved cult classic about family, friendship and first love, from award-winning author Benjamin Alire Sáenz. This lyrical novel will enrapture readers of Adam Silvera (They Both Die at the End), The Perks of Being a Wallflower and Call Me by Your Name.

Aristotle is an angry teen with a brother in prison.

Dante is a know-it-all who has a unique perspective on life.

When the two meet at the swimming pool, they seem to have nothing in common. But as the loners start spending time together, they develop 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 the universe, themselves and the kind of people they want to be.

This incredibly moving and powerful Printz Honor Book follows two teen boys learning to open themselves up to love, despite the world being against them.

Also in this series:
Aristotle and Dante Dive into the Waters of the World (Aristotle and Dante #2)

"Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe is a gorgeous and poetic love story in its own league, and a forever favourite of mine." —Adam Silvera, bestselling author of They Both Die at the End

"A tender, honest exploration of identity" —Publishers Weekly

"The absolute peak of YA perfection. There are few words to describe the beauty and love and force that is Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe. Aristotle and Dante changed my life."  —Kacen Callender, author of King and the Dragonflies