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In this heartfelt and incisive novel, the virtues of unconventional beauty are celebrated while exploring issues of weight, self-image, sisterhood, and family. Victoria Dawson, a chubby girl with blond hair and blue eyes, feels out of place in her body-conscious family in L.A. Her tall, slender father and fine-boned, dark-haired mother are self-centered and disappointed by her looks. At six, Victoria sees a photograph of Queen Victoria, and her father claims she resembles her. After the birth of her perfect younger sister, Gracie, Victoria is often referred to as “our tester cake.” While her family can eat freely, Victoria must monitor her diet and faces her father's belittling comments, which overshadow her academic achievements. Seeking comfort in food, she dreams of escaping home. After college in Chicago, she moves to New York City, landing her dream job as a high school teacher and working hard at the gym. Despite tensions with her parents, she remains close to Gracie, who is engaged to a man resembling their narcissistic father. As the wedding approaches, a chance encounter and family confrontation lead to a pivotal moment. Victoria confronts a lifetime of hurt and neglect, realizing she must accept and celebrate herself. Ultimately, she discovers her worth and embraces her identity, proving that she is terrific, regardless of her size.