A review by utopiastateofmind
Glitterland by Alexis Hall
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
3.75
(Disclaimer: I received this book from the publisher. This has not impacted my review which is unbiased and honest.)
TW: bipolar disorder, anxiety
Glitterland is a story about love, mental health, and taking chances on ourselves. It features some truly endearing, complex, vulnerable characters like Ash. Who is still trying to figure out who he is as it intermixes with his mental health. I immediately loved Darian, how he's a ray of sunshine who has depth, but also heart. Yet my heart always reached out to Ash. How he doesn't trust his own happiness. The ways he feels betrayed.
How sometimes we just need someone who can show us a glimpse of another world. Another experience, a new horizon. It's not about someone changing who we are, but about someone who believes in us and wants the best for us. To believe in us when it's difficult for us to do so. Someone who isn't afraid to challenge us when we aren't being honest with ourselves or to introduce us to new experiences.
TW: bipolar disorder, anxiety
Glitterland is a story about love, mental health, and taking chances on ourselves. It features some truly endearing, complex, vulnerable characters like Ash. Who is still trying to figure out who he is as it intermixes with his mental health. I immediately loved Darian, how he's a ray of sunshine who has depth, but also heart. Yet my heart always reached out to Ash. How he doesn't trust his own happiness. The ways he feels betrayed.
How sometimes we just need someone who can show us a glimpse of another world. Another experience, a new horizon. It's not about someone changing who we are, but about someone who believes in us and wants the best for us. To believe in us when it's difficult for us to do so. Someone who isn't afraid to challenge us when we aren't being honest with ourselves or to introduce us to new experiences.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Panic attacks/disorders, Suicide attempt, Suicidal thoughts, Self harm, and Ableism