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A review by utopiastateofmind
We Are All So Good at Smiling by Amber McBride
- 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: depression
We Are All So Good at Smiling is an emotional and complex story from start to finish. Revolving around Whimsy, this story in verse is about the cyclical nature of depression and our family. Walking on eggshells and having to process protection and love. All the questions of how we are feeling, if we're okay. At the same time, it's a story about finding someone who can see us. Who can make us see and think.
TW: depression
We Are All So Good at Smiling is an emotional and complex story from start to finish. Revolving around Whimsy, this story in verse is about the cyclical nature of depression and our family. Walking on eggshells and having to process protection and love. All the questions of how we are feeling, if we're okay. At the same time, it's a story about finding someone who can see us. Who can make us see and think.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Racism, Self harm, Suicidal thoughts, and Suicide attempt