A review by sassychassis
Everything Sad Is Untrue by Daniel Nayeri

emotional funny hopeful informative inspiring lighthearted reflective sad fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

Daniel Nayeri is a fantastic storyteller. There is a sense that the reader is right there with him, watching his childhood unfold as he remembers it. He addresses the reader throughout the story and that felt really good. The themes were heavy but the levity of the writing reminded me that when you're a kid and you see the world both as it is and as it isn't it there is space for humor and joy among the scary and painful experiences of life. Sima is almost unbelievable, but is a true testament of strength and perseverance. Amazing story. Amazing writing.