A review by alequitos
We Are Okay by Nina LaCour

emotional hopeful inspiring reflective sad tense slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

 
"We Are Okay" is such a heartwarming book! It skillfully touches on our human emotions - grief, loneliness, and healing. The story unravels gently, but authentically, making it easy for us to connect to the themes it explores. 
The characters in this book are wonderfully crafted. Each one contributes a unique flavor to the storyline, thanks to their distinct backgrounds and personalities. They come alive in the pages! 
The author has a knack for clear and expressive writing. The story flows effortlessly from one scene to the next, making it a pleasure to read. It's a four-star book that will leave an indelible mark on your heart. 
The protagonist, Marin, is someone you'll find yourself rooting for. The title "We Are Okay" takes on a poignant significance once you've finished the book. Marin may not be okay right now, but she's on her way there. It takes her a while to come to this realization, but when she does, it infuses the narrative with hope. 
 I actually cried in the end.  I was angry at Marin’s grandfather, at his lies, at his obsession with “Birdie” and specially how he kept Marin’s own mother from her, the memories, everything, just like she was, but in the end, things were going to be okay, she was going to be okay.
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