Henry Denton is really struggling this year. His boyfriend killed himself, his father just walked out, and he is constantly bullied at school. Oh, and last but not least his is periodically being abducted by aliens. The aliens have given him 144 days to decide whether to destroy the earth or save it. All he has to do is push a big red button. Henry is unsure if the world and people are worth saving. The only thing that might change his mind is Diego. Diego is the new kid from Colorado who the first person to be nice to Henry in a long time. Their friendship causes Henry to question his beliefs and his place in the world. Will Henry save the world or end it? We are the Ants is funny, witty, thought-provoking book that in the end is hopeful. This book had four starred reviews