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3.91 AVERAGE
3.91 AVERAGE
emotional
lighthearted
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Loveable characters:
Yes
It reminded me of Everything Everything by Nicola Yoon.
(4.5 stars)
TRIGGER WARNINGS: OCD; self-harm; depression; anxiety; agoraphobia
I loved this book, but I did feel like the ending was a tiny bit rushed. It was an absolutely spectacular read, though! I do know that the author has based some of Norah's experiences on her own.
"Sometimes things are going to happen, and the only way out is through."
TRIGGER WARNINGS: OCD; self-harm; depression; anxiety; agoraphobia
I loved this book, but I did feel like the ending was a tiny bit rushed. It was an absolutely spectacular read, though! I do know that the author has based some of Norah's experiences on her own.
"Sometimes things are going to happen, and the only way out is through."
This book is a short read about OCD, agoraphobia, panic attacks, self harm, and anxiety in general. This book has very accurate depictions of mental health and the characters have import discussions about them. I loved reading it.
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
sad
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Everything Everything meets Turtles All The Way Down
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Content Warnings
Graphic: Mental illness, Panic attacks/disorders
Moderate: Eating disorder, Self harm
emotional
funny
inspiring
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
"If it bleeds or makes you feel dizzy, the internet will tell you it’s cancer."
This book is a story of Norah who suffers from agoraphobia, OCD and anxiety. She has been going through it for four years now. She has no friends and interacts with no one other than her mother and doctor. One day a boy, Luke shifts next door and this brings about a lot of changes in her life.
The mother-daughter relationship is shown really well in the book. I am thankful that suddenly after meeting the boy and falling in love did not make all her phobia's go away. I good transition is shown here. I liked Luke, but he was way good to be true types.
The topic of mental health is covered very well, The author shows us the daily struggles of a person going through agoraphobia. The struggles while doing things which are way to basic for other people.
“But she is a lover, a Beatles song, one of those people who collect inspirational quotes.”
This book is a story of Norah who suffers from agoraphobia, OCD and anxiety. She has been going through it for four years now. She has no friends and interacts with no one other than her mother and doctor. One day a boy, Luke shifts next door and this brings about a lot of changes in her life.
The mother-daughter relationship is shown really well in the book. I am thankful that suddenly after meeting the boy and falling in love did not make all her phobia's go away. I good transition is shown here. I liked Luke, but he was way good to be true types.
The topic of mental health is covered very well, The author shows us the daily struggles of a person going through agoraphobia. The struggles while doing things which are way to basic for other people.
“But she is a lover, a Beatles song, one of those people who collect inspirational quotes.”
An amazing, heartfelt fictional account of a teenage girl suffering from OCD. This portrayal felt so real and raw. I loved it and was broken by it. I could feel Nora's anxiety and sympathized with her especially as she wished she could change or get better.
Nora's mom was perfect in this story as well. She is a strong presence in Nora's life, getting Nora the help she needs but also being there for Nora as a parent and a confidant. And Luke. At first I was a little afraid this would be girl meets boy, boy miraculously fixes girl. But it wasn't. Instead, while Luke may serve as the catalyst for some things (good and bad), his role showed more the acceptance of those with mental illness. He didn't judge Nora and was there for her in whatever way she allowed him to be while still seeing her as a person and not a stigma.
Overall, wonderfully written and highly recommend.
Nora's mom was perfect in this story as well. She is a strong presence in Nora's life, getting Nora the help she needs but also being there for Nora as a parent and a confidant. And Luke. At first I was a little afraid this would be girl meets boy, boy miraculously fixes girl. But it wasn't. Instead, while Luke may serve as the catalyst for some things (good and bad), his role showed more the acceptance of those with mental illness. He didn't judge Nora and was there for her in whatever way she allowed him to be while still seeing her as a person and not a stigma.
Overall, wonderfully written and highly recommend.