50 pages • 1 hour read
Julia WaltonWords on Bathroom Walls
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2017A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
Words on Bathroom Walls by Julia Walton follows Adam, a 16-year-old living with schizophrenia, who navigates mental illness, starts a clinical drug trial, and adapts to life at a new school while keeping his condition secret. He forms friendships, engages in a romantic relationship, and faces the challenges of his condition as the efficacy of the drug trial varies. The book includes discussions of mental illness.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Julia Walton's Words on Bathroom Walls offers a poignant and sincere depiction of schizophrenia in a teen's life, praised for its authentic voice and compelling narrative. While some critics find the portrayal deeply moving and the protagonist relatable, others mention that the secondary characters lack depth. Overall, the novel balances sensitivity and humor effectively, making it a thoughtful read.
Who Should Read Words on Bathroom Walls?
A reader who would enjoy Words on Bathroom Walls by Julia Walton is likely a fan of contemporary YA fiction with deep emotional themes, similar to those explored in John Green’s The Fault in Our Stars and Nicola Yoon’s Everything, Everything. They appreciate stories that tackle mental health issues with sensitivity and authenticity.
RecommendedReading Age
13-18yearsLexile Level
780LBook Details
Realistic Fiction
Romance
Psychological Fiction
Mental Illness
Bullying
Depression / Suicide
Life/Time: Coming of Age
Identity: Mental Health
Values/Ideas: Truth & Lies