John Reads the First Chapter of Turtles All the Way Down

The transcript follows Azel Holmes, a 16-year-old girl, as she navigates her thoughts and anxieties during a school lunch. She reflects on her fictional nature, the influence of external forces, and her microbial anxiety. Conversations with friends Daisy and Michael reveal personal dynamics and creative ideas, while Azel's internal monologue highlights her struggles with mental health and identity.

What health concern does the narrator have during lunch?

What does the narrator think about their identity in relation to their microbiome?

What does Daisy's life motto imply about her character?

How does the narrator's anxiety manifest during lunch?