Cherry Baby

Cherry Baby by Rainbow Rowell tells the story of a woman named Cherry who is dealing with a difficult public divorce. Her soon-to-be ex-husband, Tom, has become famous for a webcomic based on their life. In this comic, Cherry is depicted as a character named "Baby." The book explores Cherry's struggle with body image and self-identity, especially as she sees herself caricatured on the big screen. While Tom is in Hollywood finding fame, Cherry is stuck in Omaha, feeling lost and judged by strangers who recognize her from the comic.

Everything changes when she attends a concert and runs into Russ, a crush from her college years. Unlike the rest of the world, Russ doesn't know about the comic or her famous ex. He likes Cherry for who she truly is. This second-chance romance follows Cherry as she learns to rebuild her life, navigate the complexities of fat acceptance, and decide who she wants to be on her own terms. It is a heartfelt and honest look at healing after a major life collapse.