In the varying range of young adult novels published today, many contain similar themes of
loneliness, friendship and love.
Aristole and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe is no different. Ari and Dante are two teenage boys growing up in New Mexico. Saenz's novel, though lacking a defined plot, is so beautiful because of the characters in it. Ari is a boy who is so sad and angry, but doesn't know why. Dante puts up a front of being just the opposite, a bubbly, caring person who instantly befriends Ari, but he to harbors many secrets.
