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A review by devlaluna2
We Could Be Rats by Emily Austin
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
emily austin, the author you are!!!!
I am beyond proud to say that this is my first 5-star read of the year, and am still in awe that I was able to receive an Advanced Copy of one of my most anticipated releases for this year!! Thank you so so much to Simon & Schuster and Atria, I am exceptionally grateful.
Emily Austin writes about everyday life and mundanity in such a profound way. She writes about specific, microscopic experiences that I have thought were singular, and deftly shows how these seemingly insignificant experiences tether our lives to one another. Reading an Austin book is turning the first page to find a mirror, and also a sucker punch to the gut.
Sigrid and Margit felt so tangible and fully formed that I half-expected them to crawl off the page into my living room. we could be rats is a love letter to sisterhood, growing up, childhood, lesbianism, and the depths of imagination, while also discussing the nuance of mental health, mental illness, conformity to societal expectations, coping, loss, grief, and addiction.
I honestly believe this is a book that is best to enter into without knowing much about the plot. With that said, please make sure to check content warnings if you have anything that could trigger you because this book discusses a wide variety of heavy and potentially upsetting topics, and centers on the main character attempting. Take care of yourselves and prioritize your needs and wellness<3
the magic of emily austin: absolutely stunning, beyond moving, and unexpectedly funny
I am beyond proud to say that this is my first 5-star read of the year, and am still in awe that I was able to receive an Advanced Copy of one of my most anticipated releases for this year!! Thank you so so much to Simon & Schuster and Atria, I am exceptionally grateful.
Emily Austin writes about everyday life and mundanity in such a profound way. She writes about specific, microscopic experiences that I have thought were singular, and deftly shows how these seemingly insignificant experiences tether our lives to one another. Reading an Austin book is turning the first page to find a mirror, and also a sucker punch to the gut.
Sigrid and Margit felt so tangible and fully formed that I half-expected them to crawl off the page into my living room. we could be rats is a love letter to sisterhood, growing up, childhood, lesbianism, and the depths of imagination, while also discussing the nuance of mental health, mental illness, conformity to societal expectations, coping, loss, grief, and addiction.
I honestly believe this is a book that is best to enter into without knowing much about the plot. With that said, please make sure to check content warnings if you have anything that could trigger you because this book discusses a wide variety of heavy and potentially upsetting topics, and centers on the main character attempting. Take care of yourselves and prioritize your needs and wellness<3
the magic of emily austin: absolutely stunning, beyond moving, and unexpectedly funny
Content Warnings
Graphic: Addiction, Drug abuse, Mental illness, Rape, Sexual assault, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide, Grief, and Suicide attempt
Minor: Biphobia, Homophobia, Mass/school shootings, and Lesbophobia